Expressing support for America's law enforcement professionals.
- Bill Number
- H.Con.Res. 98
- Origin Chamber
- House
- Congress
- 119th Congress, Session 2
- Policy Area
- Crime and Law Enforcement
- Status
- Introduced
- Latest Action
- 2026-05-12: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
- Last Updated
- 2026-05-29T02:59:31Z
AI-Generated Summary
Purpose
This concurrent resolution (H. Con. Res. 98) expresses Congress's strong support for U.S. law enforcement professionals, recognizes their sacrifices and contributions to crime reduction, honors fallen officers, and urges enhanced support for their safety and well-being.
Key Provisions
- Contextual "Whereas" clauses highlight:
- Over 840,000 officers risk their lives daily, with high public approval.
- Recent crime drops (e.g., 4.5% violent crime decrease in 2024, 18-20% homicide drop in 2025) due to officers' efforts.
- Rising dangers: 24,000+ fallen officers since 1786; 86,000 assaults in 2024; 1,744 shot in past 5 years (265 fatal); 2,600 deaths in past decade.
- Officers face 400-600 traumatic events per career, leading to 54% higher suicide rate.
- Staffing shortages: sworn officers 5% below pre-2020 levels.
- Resolved clauses state that Congress:
- Respects and appreciates officers' service.
- Honors officers and families affected by line-of-duty deaths or injuries.
- Calls for measures to improve officer safety, including more personnel, better training/equipment, stricter penalties for assaults/killings, and more mental health resources.
- Urges all government levels to provide necessary support and resources.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
None. As a concurrent resolution, it is a non-binding expression of congressional sentiment with no legal force or effect on statutes, regulations, or appropriations.
Potential Impacts
- Symbolic and morale-boosting for law enforcement, potentially influencing public perception and future policy debates.
- May encourage federal, state, and local governments to prioritize officer funding, training, and staffing, though not mandated.
- No direct fiscal, operational, or international effects; focuses on domestic public safety.
Main Stakeholders Affected
- Law enforcement officers and agencies: Primary beneficiaries through recognition and calls for support.
- Families of officers: Honored for losses/injuries.
- Federal, state, and local governments: Urged to allocate resources.
- American citizens: Indirectly impacted via safer communities and sustained crime reductions.
Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications
- Legal/Constitutional: None, as it lacks binding authority and does not alter laws, rights, or government powers.
- Political: Demonstrates bipartisan backing (multiple cosponsors from both parties), signaling unified congressional stance amid ongoing debates on policing, crime, and officer safety post-2020. Could shape legislative priorities without enacting changes.
This summary was generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies. Refer to the official source document for the authoritative text.
Sponsor
Cosponsors (23)
Rep. Rutherford, John H. [R-FL-5], Rep. Fleischmann, Charles J. "Chuck" [R-TN-3], Rep. Webster, Daniel [R-FL-11], Rep. Collins, Mike [R-GA-10], Rep. Nehls, Troy E. [R-TX-22], Rep. Tenney, Claudia [R-NY-24], Rep. Weber, Randy K. Sr. [R-TX-14], Rep. Williams, Roger [R-TX-25], Rep. Moolenaar, John R. [R-MI-2], Rep. Moore, Tim [R-NC-14], Rep. Rogers, Mike D. [R-AL-3], Rep. Moore, Barry [R-AL-1], Rep. Edwards, Chuck [R-NC-11], Rep. Walberg, Tim [R-MI-5], Rep. Bacon, Don [R-NE-2], Rep. Fuller, Clay [R-GA-14], Rep. Crawford, Eric A. "Rick" [R-AR-1], Rep. Riley, Josh [D-NY-19], Rep. Johnson, Dusty [R-SD-At Large], Rep. Kustoff, David [R-TN-8], Rep. Kiggans, Jennifer A. [R-VA-2], Rep. Shreve, Jefferson [R-IN-6], Rep. Owens, Burgess [R-UT-4]
Recent Actions
- 2026-05-12: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
- 2026-05-12: Submitted in House
Bill Versions
- Expressing support for America’s law enforcement professionals. — issued 2026-05-12 — PDF (4 pages)