H.Con.Res. 96

[Congressional Bills 119th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H. Con. Res. 96 Engrossed in House (EH)]

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119th CONGRESS
2d Session
H. CON. RES. 96

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CONCURRENT RESOLUTION

Whereas the brave men and women in law enforcement work tirelessly and 
relentlessly to safeguard the communities they are sworn to protect, 
serving as the backbone of public safety across our Nation;
Whereas law enforcement officers bear the critical responsibility of upholding 
the rule of law and

maintaining the safety, stability, and public order upon which our 
communities depend;

Whereas law enforcement officers routinely and selflessly risk their own lives 
and safety to combat crime, remove dangerous and lethal drugs from our 
streets, and stand in defense of the most vulnerable among us;
Whereas law enforcement officers strengthen our communities through outreach, 
mentorship, crisis response, and countless daily acts of service that 
frequently go unrecognized;
Whereas, from resolving neighborhood disputes to checking in on elderly 
residents and guiding youth programs, officers provide a quiet and 
steady presence that extends far beyond traditional law enforcement 
duties;
Whereas rhetoric and policies from leftist activists and progressive politicians 
seek to defund or dismantle local police departments undermine public 
safety and place both officers and the communities they serve at greater 
risk;
Whereas sanctuary city policies that restrict cooperation with Federal 
immigration authorities can compel local law enforcement agencies to 
divert already limited resources and actively encourage resentment 
toward local law enforcement;
Whereas the Trump administration's focus on restoring law and order has 
contributed to a notable decline in homicide rates, with levels reaching 
among the lowest recorded in over a century;
Whereas drug overdose deaths in the United States have declined significantly, 
reaching their lowest levels since 2019;
Whereas violent crime rates have declined significantly in major cities across 
the United States; and
Whereas law enforcement officers deserve our deepest respect, unwavering 
support, and profound gratitude: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate concurring), 
That Congress--
(1) appreciates and values the indispensable contributions 
that law enforcement provides to our communities and our 
country each and every day;
(2) recognizes the extraordinary sacrifice that law 
enforcement officers make to protect and serve their 
communities and their country; and
(3) expresses its profound and wholehearted support for the 
men and women of law enforcement.

Passed the House of Representatives May 13, 2026.

Attest:

Clerk.
119th CONGRESS

2d Session

H. CON. RES. 96

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CONCURRENT RESOLUTION

Expressing support for law enforcement officers.