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This resolution expresses strong support for law enforcement professionals in the United States, highlighting their critical role and challenges. The resolution acknowledges that over 800,000 law enforcement officers daily risk their lives to serve and protect communities, and notes that the profession has become increasingly dangerous, with 79,000 officers assaulted in 2023 and 172 killed in the line of duty over the past three years. It emphasizes the significant mental and physical toll on officers, who typically encounter 400-600 traumatic events during their careers, leading to a 54% higher suicide rate compared to other workers. The resolution calls for Congress to respect and value law enforcement professionals, appreciate their service, honor those injured or killed in the line of duty, and implement measures to improve officer safety, including increasing personnel, improving training and equipment, establishing tough penalties for assaults on officers, and providing enhanced mental health resources. Additionally, the resolution urges all levels of government to support law enforcement with necessary resources to maintain public safety, recognizing the profession's important contribution to reducing crime rates over the past three decades.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-concurrent-resolution/31/all-info