H.Res. 421 · Where this bill is now
In committee
Introduced in the House, sent to the Committee on the Judiciary, May 15, 2025
What this bill does
In plain words · AI-written from the official summaryHonors law enforcement officers killed in duty
This resolution honors police officers and other law enforcement personnel across the country. It recognizes their work in keeping communities safe, acknowledges the need for them to have proper equipment, training, and resources to stay safe, and expresses appreciation for their sacrifice and heroism.
How it affects you
This is a ceremonial resolution that doesn't change any laws or directly affect most people's day-to-day lives. It's primarily meaningful to law enforcement officers and their families, especially those who have lost loved ones in the line of duty.
Read the official summary (Introduced in House, May 15, 2025)
This resolution expresses support for police officers and other law enforcement personnel.
The resolution further recognizes
• law enforcement officers across the United States in the pursuit of preserving safe and secure communities;
• the need to ensure that such officers have the equipment, training, and resources necessary to protect their health and safety while they are protecting the public; and
• the law enforcement community for acts of sacrifice and heroism.
The resolution expresses condolences and appreciation to the loved ones of each law enforcement officer who has made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.
Written by AI (Claude) using only the official summary by the Congressional Research Service, the Library of Congress’s nonpartisan research staff. It can miss nuance, so check the official summary and the bill text for details.
1st SessionH.Res. 421
RESOLUTION
Resolution memorializing law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty.
Sponsor: Rep. Michael Guest (R-MS-3) · Introduced May 15, 2025 · Crime and Law Enforcement · 1 version of the text
Sources: Congress.gov actions and votes · bill text from GovInfo · latest official action May 15, 2025: “Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.”