Resolution memorializing law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty.

H. Res. 421 is a House resolution introduced in the 119th Congress that memorializes law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty. The sponsors seek to publicly honor officers at federal, state, local, and tribal levels, reaffirm support for the law enforcement community, and emphasize the need for adequate equipment, training, and resources to protect officers’ health and safety. The resolution notes the longstanding observances of Peace Officers Memorial Day (May 15) and National Police Week, referencing Public Law 87-726 (1962) and the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial, and it highlights a roll call of 2024’s officer line-of-duty deaths. Importantly, the measure is ceremonial and non-binding, with no new funding or regulatory requirements; its primary effect is symbolic recognition and expressions of condolences to families. The bill’s language describes five core purposes: (1) remember and honor officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice, (2) express steadfast support for law enforcement, (3) acknowledge the need for adequate equipment, training, and resources to safeguard officers, (4) recognize ongoing acts of sacrifice and heroism within the law enforcement community, and (5) extend condolences to the loved ones of fallen officers.