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Support for Law Enforcement: Condemning Violence and Calling for Better Resources

This House Resolution condemns violence against law enforcement officers and calls for them to be provided with adequate equipment, training, and resources. It highlights the need for better data collection on injured officers and stronger relationships between lawmakers and law enforcement, which could impact public safety and the effectiveness of police operations.
Key points
Condemns calls to "defund the police" which have increased violence towards law enforcement officers.
Requires law enforcement officers to have necessary equipment, training, and resources for public and officer safety.
Recognizes the need for better data collection on officers assaulted, injured, or disabled in the line of duty.
Acknowledges responsibility for exemplifying respect for the rule of law and law enforcement officers.
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VOTING RESULTS
2024-05-17
85%
For 337
Against 61
Abstain 0
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No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 118_HRES_1213
Sponsor: Rep. Stauber, Pete [R-MN-8]
Process start date: 2024-05-08
Voting date: 2024-05-17
Meeting no: 2
Voting no: 218