[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 106 (Friday, July 29, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1739]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




        RESOLUTION TO COMMEMORATE 22ND ANNUAL NATIONAL NIGHT OUT

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                            HON. BART STUPAK

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, July 29, 2005

  Mr. STUPAK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of the Stupak/Brady 
resolution. Our resolution will commemorate the 22nd annual National 
Night Out event which is sponsored by the National Association of Town 
Watch.
  I would like to thank my friend Congressman Brady for cosponsoring 
this legislation with me once again this year. This bipartisan 
resolution has been supported by dozen of House Members for several 
years running and I am pleased we have another opportunity to highlight 
this important event again this year.
  National Night Out, a nationwide grassroots crime prevention event, 
will take place on Tuesday, August 2. The event brings together 
involved citizens, law enforcement agencies, and civic groups 
throughout the U.S. to heighten crime and drug prevention awareness and 
to strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships.
  This has been a key part of America's community crime prevention 
success over the past two decades.
  Community crime prevention is one of the most proven and effective 
ways to help law enforcement officials win the battle against crime. 
Whether it is stopping illegal drug sales, making schools safer, 
locating missing children, or remaining vigilant against terrorism, 
local law enforcement officials depend on the support of community 
networks to succeed.
  The active involvement of citizens and the presence of local law 
enforcement in communities is a winning combination that makes and 
keeps neighborhoods safe.
  Our resolution expresses Congress' support for community crime 
prevention and asks that the President focus Federal attention on the 
issue.
  With this in mind, we hope that you will show your support for the 
community crime prevention efforts of citizens and police in your 
district and across the nation. Vote for the Stupak/Brady National 
Night Out Resolution.

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