Bill Summary
This resolution is a formal statement by the House of Representatives honoring and expressing condolences for the lives of three Missouri police officers who were killed in the line of duty in March 2022. It also recognizes the sacrifices and important role that all law enforcement officers play in protecting their communities. The resolution expresses support for rural law enforcement and acknowledges the need for proper equipment, training, and resources to ensure their safety. It also emphasizes the importance of honoring and remembering fallen officers and expresses condolences to their loved ones.
Possible Impacts
1. The families of fallen Missouri police officers may receive formal recognition and condolences from the House of Representatives, providing them with some comfort and support during a difficult time.
2. Law enforcement officers in rural areas may feel a sense of validation and support, knowing that their sacrifices and heroism are being acknowledged and appreciated by the government.
3. The legislation may lead to increased funding and resources for rural law enforcement departments, ensuring that they have the necessary tools and training to protect both themselves and the communities they serve.
[Congressional Bills 117th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H. Res. 1067 Introduced in House (IH)]
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117th CONGRESS
2d Session
H. RES. 1067
Honoring the lives of fallen Missouri police officers and expressing
condolences to their families.
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IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
April 27, 2022
Mrs. Hartzler submitted the following resolution; which was referred to
the Committee on the Judiciary
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RESOLUTION
Honoring the lives of fallen Missouri police officers and expressing
condolences to their families.
Whereas police officers, sheriffs and deputies, and other law enforcement
officers serve and protect their communities with honor and sacrifice;
Whereas all individuals in law enforcement put their lives on the line while
serving and protecting their local communities;
Whereas when violent crime increases, law enforcement officers and the
communities they serve are directly impacted;
Whereas, in the month of March 2022, Missouri experienced violent attacks
against police officers, especially in rural areas;
Whereas, in a 20-day period, 6 police officers in Missouri were shot in the line
of duty, 3 of whom suffered injuries that were fatal; and
Whereas these fallen officers include--
(1) Corporal Benjamin Lee Cooper of the Joplin Police Department, who
passed away in the line of duty on March 8, 2022, after attempting to take
a suspect into custody;
(2) Police Officer Jake Alexander Reed of the Joplin Police Department,
who passed away from injuries sustained in the line of duty on March 11,
2022, after attempting to take a suspect into custody; and
(3) Patrolman Lane Anthony Burns of the Bonne Terre Police Department,
who passed away in the line of duty on March 17, 2022, after responding to
a disturbance: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved, That the House of Representatives--
(1) expresses deep condolences for the Missouri police
officers who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty;
(2) recognizes the countless selfless and heroic actions
carried out by local law enforcement officers;
(3) expresses strong support for police officers and law
enforcement officers in rural areas and across the United
States that serve and protect their local communities;
(4) recognizes the need to ensure that rural law
enforcement departments have the proper equipment, training,
and resources necessary to protect officers and the individuals
in the communities they serve;
(5) acknowledges the importance of honoring and remembering
fallen police and local law enforcement officers killed in the
line of duty; and
(6) expresses condolences to the loved ones of each law
enforcement officer across the United States who has made the
ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty and whose sacrifice will
not be forgotten.
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