A resolution designating the week of May 10 through May 16, 2026, as "National Police Week".

Bill Number

S.Res. 735

Origin Chamber

Senate

Congress

119th Congress, Session 2

Policy Area

Crime and Law Enforcement

Status

Passed Senate

Latest Action

2026-05-14: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2313; text: CR S2310)

Last Updated

2026-06-05T12:46:50Z

AI-Generated Summary

Purpose

This Senate resolution designates the week of May 10 through May 16, 2026, as "National Police Week" to honor Federal, State, local, and Tribal law enforcement officers for their service and sacrifices.

Key Provisions

• Recognizes the valor and duties of law enforcement officers in upholding justice and constitutional rights.
• References the 1962 law that established May 15 as Peace Officers Memorial Day and the surrounding week as National Police Week.
• Lists 201 specific law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty during 2025.
• Notes that, as of early 2026, the Federal Bureau of Investigation reported 11 additional officers killed in the line of duty.
• The resolution itself includes these main actions:
• Officially designates the week as National Police Week.
• Expresses support for officers working to keep communities safe.
• Calls for providing officers with necessary equipment, training, and resources.
• Acknowledges the need to remember and honor officers, especially those who died in service.
• Offers condolences to the families of fallen officers.
• Encourages the public to observe the week by honoring officers and learning about their role.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

This resolution introduces no changes to existing law. It builds on the 1962 Joint Resolution (Public Law 87-726) that created the annual Peace Officers Memorial Day and National Police Week observances.

Potential Impacts

• Raises public awareness of the risks faced by law enforcement officers.
• Promotes community recognition of officers' contributions to safety.
• May encourage local events or tributes during the designated week, though it does not require any specific actions by agencies or citizens.

Main Stakeholders Affected

• Law enforcement officers at all levels of government and their families.
• The general public, who are encouraged to participate in observances.
• The U.S. Senate and other government bodies involved in the resolution's passage.

Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications

• Serves as a symbolic expression of support rather than a binding law, with no direct enforcement or funding attached.
• Highlights the balance between public safety duties and protection of individual rights, as referenced in the resolution's preamble.

This summary was generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies. Refer to the official source document for the authoritative text.

Sponsor

Sen. Grassley, Chuck [R-IA]

Cosponsors (68)

Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL], Sen. Thune, John [R-SD], Sen. Gillibrand, Kirsten E. [D-NY], Sen. McConnell, Mitch [R-KY], Sen. King, Angus S., Jr. [I-ME], Sen. Cruz, Ted [R-TX], Sen. Whitehouse, Sheldon [D-RI], Sen. Paul, Rand [R-KY], Sen. Padilla, Alex [D-CA], Sen. Tillis, Thomas [R-NC], Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ], Sen. Collins, Susan M. [R-ME], Sen. Kaine, Tim [D-VA], Sen. Graham, Lindsey [R-SC], Sen. Slotkin, Elissa [D-MI], Sen. Britt, Katie Boyd [R-AL], Sen. Blunt Rochester, Lisa [D-DE], Sen. Husted, Jon [R-OH], Sen. Fetterman, John [D-PA], Sen. Moody, Ashley [R-FL], Sen. Rosen, Jacky [D-NV], Sen. Crapo, Mike [R-ID], Sen. Cortez Masto, Catherine [D-NV], Sen. Cotton, Tom [R-AR], Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH], Sen. Scott, Tim [R-SC], Sen. Reed, Jack [D-RI], Sen. Johnson, Ron [R-WI], Sen. Welch, Peter [D-VT], Sen. Cramer, Kevin [R-ND], Sen. Kelly, Mark [D-AZ], Sen. Hagerty, Bill [R-TN], Sen. Hirono, Mazie K. [D-HI], Sen. Capito, Shelley Moore [R-WV], Sen. Ossoff, Jon [D-GA], Sen. Sheehy, Tim [R-MT], Sen. Schiff, Adam B. [D-CA], Sen. Ernst, Joni [R-IA], Sen. Coons, Christopher A. [D-DE], Sen. McCormick, David [R-PA], Sen. Baldwin, Tammy [D-WI], Sen. Budd, Ted [R-NC], Sen. Hassan, Margaret Wood [D-NH], Sen. Rounds, Mike [R-SD], Sen. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN], Sen. Fischer, Deb [R-NE], Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT], Sen. Ricketts, Pete [R-NE], Sen. Bennet, Michael F. [D-CO], Sen. Cassidy, Bill [R-LA] and 18 more

Recent Actions

• 2026-05-14: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2313; text: CR S2310)
• 2026-05-14: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.

Bill Versions

• Designating the week of May 10 through May 16, 2026, as National Police Week. — issued 2026-05-14 — PDF (10 pages)