Stauber Policing Resolution Passes House

WASHINGTON, D.C. – This National Police Week, the House of Representatives passed Congressman Pete Stauber’s (MN-08) resolution acknowledging the unwavering bravery of America’s law enforcement officers in spite of the animosity and increased violence directed toward them as a result of the extreme Democrats’ “Defund the Police” movement.

Prior to his resolution’s passage, Congressman Stauber spoke in its support on the House Floor. He said (in part):

“This resolution acknowledges that they respond to the calls for service, no matter who is on the other end of the line. It acknowledges that the job has only become more dangerous and more mentally and physically exhausting, yet they still show up for work, not knowing if they have kissed their families goodbye for the last time.

“Importantly, this resolution also acknowledges that we, in this chamber, set the standard. We are the ones who must demonstrate a respect for the rule of law and a respect for our law enforcement officers if we are to expect the public to do the same. We must do so in our actions, our conversations, and even the policies we consider.

“Bills that never become law can have the most staggering ripple effect. They can persuade local municipalities to implement soft-on-crime policies and strip law enforcement of resources. They can encourage the public to cheat, steal, and disrespect fellow community members. They can cause good, noble people to change their minds about entering the profession I love so much.

“Actions have consequences, and our communities are suffering as a result. But let us take this moment to learn, to change for the better. We can rise to the moment, stand with our law enforcement officers, reestablish law and order, and bring safety back to our communities.”

Watch Stauber’s full remarks HERE.

In addition to Stauber’s resolution, House Republicans passed a number of bills to support and protect America’s law enforcement heroes this National Police Week.

This legislative push included the passage of bills to require that illegal immigrants who assault law enforcement to be deported, to require the Attorney General to report detailed information on how the border crisis impacts law enforcement, to broaden the ability of qualified active and retired law enforcement to carry concealed firearms, to increase reports on violent attacks on law enforcement and improve wellness resources for officers, and to promote safety in Washington, D.C. by blocking the City Council’s pursuit of soft-on-crime sentencing.