This concurrent resolution expresses Congress's support for America's more than 800,000 law enforcement officers who serve communities across the country. The resolution acknowledges the dangers officers face, noting that over 1,000 officers have been shot in the past three years with 172 killed in the line of duty, and that officer assault rates reached a 10-year high in 2023. It also highlights concerning trends including a 37,000-person drop in sworn officers between 2019 and 2021 and higher suicide rates among law enforcement compared to other professions. The resolution calls for increased safety measures, better training and equipment, tougher penalties for assaulting officers, more mental health resources, and greater support from all levels of government. Since this is a non-binding concurrent resolution rather than legislation, it does not include any funding provisions or create new programs, but instead serves as a formal statement of congressional support for law enforcement professionals.
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