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

USA119th CongressHRES-1252| House 
| Updated: 5/13/2026
Michael Guest

Michael Guest

Republican Representative

Mississippi

Cosponsors (126)
John W. Mannion (Democratic)Barry Moore (Republican)Adrian Smith (Republican)Clay Higgins (Republican)Marcy Kaptur (Democratic)Trent Kelly (Republican)Gilbert Ray Cisneros (Democratic)Chris Pappas (Democratic)Shomari Figures (Democratic)Ashley Hinson (Republican)Brett Guthrie (Republican)Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (Democratic)Gabe Vasquez (Democratic)Ed Case (Democratic)Chrissy Houlahan (Democratic)Victoria Spartz (Republican)Joe Courtney (Democratic)Mike Ezell (Republican)Glenn Thompson (Republican)Greg Landsman (Democratic)Laura Gillen (Democratic)Mike Carey (Republican)Stephanie I. Bice (Republican)Claudia Tenney (Republican)Mariannette Miller-Meeks (Republican)Beth Van Duyne (Republican)Aaron Bean (Republican)Derek Schmidt (Republican)Eugene Simon Vindman (Democratic)Jimmy Panetta (Democratic)Dina Titus (Democratic)Pete Sessions (Republican)David Rouzer (Republican)Andy Biggs (Republican)Suzan K. DelBene (Democratic)Andrea Salinas (Democratic)Angie Craig (Democratic)Tim Walberg (Republican)Brad Knott (Republican)Donald G. Davis (Democratic)Janelle S. Bynum (Democratic)Thomas R. Suozzi (Democratic)Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (Republican)Jeff Hurd (Republican)Dave Min (Democratic)Andrew R. Garbarino (Republican)Ken Calvert (Republican)Michael A. Rulli (Republican)J. French Hill (Republican)Rudy Yakym (Republican)Maria Elvira Salazar (Republican)Dan Newhouse (Republican)Gus M. Bilirakis (Republican)Matt Van Epps (Republican)H. Morgan Griffith (Republican)Derek Tran (Democratic)Ronny Jackson (Republican)Don Bacon (Republican)Nikki Budzinski (Democratic)André Carson (Democratic)Andy Barr (Republican)Mario Diaz-Balart (Republican)Jefferson Shreve (Republican)Stephen F. Lynch (Democratic)Jill N. Tokuda (Democratic)Pat Fallon (Republican)Ann Wagner (Republican)Mike Kelly (Republican)Nancy Mace (Republican)Mike D. Rogers (Republican)Richard Hudson (Republican)Roger Williams (Republican)Brad Finstad (Republican)Brian J. Mast (Republican)Nicholas A. Langworthy (Republican)Blake D. Moore (Republican)John R. Moolenaar (Republican)John H. Rutherford (Republican)Mark B. Messmer (Republican)Laurel M. Lee (Republican)Austin Scott (Republican)Daniel Webster (Republican)August Pfluger (Republican)Nellie Pou (Democratic)Henry Cuellar (Democratic)Norma J. Torres (Democratic)Michael T. McCaul (Republican)Josh Riley (Democratic)Jim Costa (Democratic)Julia Letlow (Republican)Gabe Evans (Republican)Sam Graves (Republican)Russell Fry (Republican)Pete Stauber (Republican)Dale W. Strong (Republican)Addison P. McDowell (Republican)James C. Moylan (Republican)Maggie Goodlander (Democratic)Riley M. Moore (Republican)Wesley Hunt (Republican)Brian K. Fitzpatrick (Republican)Bill Huizenga (Republican)Juan Ciscomani (Republican)John J. McGuire (Republican)Tom Barrett (Republican)Randy K. Sr. Weber (Republican)Monica De La Cruz (Republican)Jared Moskowitz (Democratic)Chuck Edwards (Republican)Josh Gottheimer (Democratic)Michael Lawler (Republican)Ralph Norman (Republican)Robert P. Bresnahan (Republican)Erin Houchin (Republican)Harold Rogers (Republican)Jimmy Patronis (Republican)Tracey Mann (Republican)Julie Fedorchak (Republican)Michelle Fischbach (Republican)Troy Balderson (Republican)Jennifer A. Kiggans (Republican)Brian Babin (Republican)Tim Moore (Republican)Nicole Malliotakis (Republican)Craig A. Goldman (Republican)Vern Buchanan (Republican)

Judiciary Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This resolution honors Federal, State, local, and Tribal law enforcement officers across the United States for their valor, dignity, and integrity . It recognizes their commitment to pursuing justice and upholding constitutional rights, even when facing senseless acts of violence in the line of duty. The resolution recalls the establishment of Peace Officers Memorial Day on May 15 and National Police Week by President John F. Kennedy in 1962, and highlights the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial as a national monument. For Peace Officers Memorial Day 2026, it specifically honors the 363 law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty during 2025 whose stories were recovered. The House of Representatives acknowledges and honors officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice , expressing unwavering support for their role in preserving safe and secure communities. It emphasizes the critical need to ensure officers have the necessary equipment, training, and resources to protect their own health and safety while serving the public. The resolution also recognizes the law enforcement community for their continual unseen acts of sacrifice and heroism and offers condolences and solemn appreciation to the loved ones of each fallen officer.

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Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 118-363
Resolution memorializing law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 118-1226
Resolution memorializing law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty.
May 4, 2026
Submitted in House
May 4, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
May 12, 2026
Mr. Knott moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
May 12, 2026
Considered under suspension of the rules.
May 12, 2026
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H3362-3364; text: CR H3362-3363)
May 12, 2026
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1252.
May 12, 2026
At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
May 13, 2026
Considered as unfinished business.
May 13, 2026
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H3420-3421)
May 13, 2026
On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 418 - 2 (Roll no. 162).
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May 13, 2026
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 118-363
    Resolution memorializing law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 118-1226
    Resolution memorializing law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty.


  • May 4, 2026
    Submitted in House


  • May 4, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.


  • May 12, 2026
    Mr. Knott moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.


  • May 12, 2026
    Considered under suspension of the rules.


  • May 12, 2026
    Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H3362-3364; text: CR H3362-3363)


  • May 12, 2026
    DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1252.


  • May 12, 2026
    At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.


  • May 13, 2026
    Considered as unfinished business.


  • May 13, 2026
    Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H3420-3421)


  • May 13, 2026
    On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 418 - 2 (Roll no. 162).
    View Vote


  • May 13, 2026
    Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

Crime and Law Enforcement

Related Bills

  • HRES 119-421: Resolution memorializing law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty.
Congressional tributesLaw enforcement officers

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

USA119th CongressHRES-1252| House 
| Updated: 5/13/2026
This resolution honors Federal, State, local, and Tribal law enforcement officers across the United States for their valor, dignity, and integrity . It recognizes their commitment to pursuing justice and upholding constitutional rights, even when facing senseless acts of violence in the line of duty. The resolution recalls the establishment of Peace Officers Memorial Day on May 15 and National Police Week by President John F. Kennedy in 1962, and highlights the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial as a national monument. For Peace Officers Memorial Day 2026, it specifically honors the 363 law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty during 2025 whose stories were recovered. The House of Representatives acknowledges and honors officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice , expressing unwavering support for their role in preserving safe and secure communities. It emphasizes the critical need to ensure officers have the necessary equipment, training, and resources to protect their own health and safety while serving the public. The resolution also recognizes the law enforcement community for their continual unseen acts of sacrifice and heroism and offers condolences and solemn appreciation to the loved ones of each fallen officer.

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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 118-363
Resolution memorializing law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 118-1226
Resolution memorializing law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty.
May 4, 2026
Submitted in House
May 4, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
May 12, 2026
Mr. Knott moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
May 12, 2026
Considered under suspension of the rules.
May 12, 2026
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H3362-3364; text: CR H3362-3363)
May 12, 2026
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1252.
May 12, 2026
At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
May 13, 2026
Considered as unfinished business.
May 13, 2026
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H3420-3421)
May 13, 2026
On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 418 - 2 (Roll no. 162).
View Vote
May 13, 2026
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 118-363
    Resolution memorializing law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 118-1226
    Resolution memorializing law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty.


  • May 4, 2026
    Submitted in House


  • May 4, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.


  • May 12, 2026
    Mr. Knott moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.


  • May 12, 2026
    Considered under suspension of the rules.


  • May 12, 2026
    Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H3362-3364; text: CR H3362-3363)


  • May 12, 2026
    DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1252.


  • May 12, 2026
    At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.


  • May 13, 2026
    Considered as unfinished business.


  • May 13, 2026
    Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H3420-3421)


  • May 13, 2026
    On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 418 - 2 (Roll no. 162).
    View Vote


  • May 13, 2026
    Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Michael Guest

Michael Guest

Republican Representative

Mississippi

Cosponsors (126)
John W. Mannion (Democratic)Barry Moore (Republican)Adrian Smith (Republican)Clay Higgins (Republican)Marcy Kaptur (Democratic)Trent Kelly (Republican)Gilbert Ray Cisneros (Democratic)Chris Pappas (Democratic)Shomari Figures (Democratic)Ashley Hinson (Republican)Brett Guthrie (Republican)Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (Democratic)Gabe Vasquez (Democratic)Ed Case (Democratic)Chrissy Houlahan (Democratic)Victoria Spartz (Republican)Joe Courtney (Democratic)Mike Ezell (Republican)Glenn Thompson (Republican)Greg Landsman (Democratic)Laura Gillen (Democratic)Mike Carey (Republican)Stephanie I. Bice (Republican)Claudia Tenney (Republican)Mariannette Miller-Meeks (Republican)Beth Van Duyne (Republican)Aaron Bean (Republican)Derek Schmidt (Republican)Eugene Simon Vindman (Democratic)Jimmy Panetta (Democratic)Dina Titus (Democratic)Pete Sessions (Republican)David Rouzer (Republican)Andy Biggs (Republican)Suzan K. DelBene (Democratic)Andrea Salinas (Democratic)Angie Craig (Democratic)Tim Walberg (Republican)Brad Knott (Republican)Donald G. Davis (Democratic)Janelle S. Bynum (Democratic)Thomas R. Suozzi (Democratic)Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (Republican)Jeff Hurd (Republican)Dave Min (Democratic)Andrew R. Garbarino (Republican)Ken Calvert (Republican)Michael A. Rulli (Republican)J. French Hill (Republican)Rudy Yakym (Republican)Maria Elvira Salazar (Republican)Dan Newhouse (Republican)Gus M. Bilirakis (Republican)Matt Van Epps (Republican)H. Morgan Griffith (Republican)Derek Tran (Democratic)Ronny Jackson (Republican)Don Bacon (Republican)Nikki Budzinski (Democratic)André Carson (Democratic)Andy Barr (Republican)Mario Diaz-Balart (Republican)Jefferson Shreve (Republican)Stephen F. Lynch (Democratic)Jill N. Tokuda (Democratic)Pat Fallon (Republican)Ann Wagner (Republican)Mike Kelly (Republican)Nancy Mace (Republican)Mike D. Rogers (Republican)Richard Hudson (Republican)Roger Williams (Republican)Brad Finstad (Republican)Brian J. Mast (Republican)Nicholas A. Langworthy (Republican)Blake D. Moore (Republican)John R. Moolenaar (Republican)John H. Rutherford (Republican)Mark B. Messmer (Republican)Laurel M. Lee (Republican)Austin Scott (Republican)Daniel Webster (Republican)August Pfluger (Republican)Nellie Pou (Democratic)Henry Cuellar (Democratic)Norma J. Torres (Democratic)Michael T. McCaul (Republican)Josh Riley (Democratic)Jim Costa (Democratic)Julia Letlow (Republican)Gabe Evans (Republican)Sam Graves (Republican)Russell Fry (Republican)Pete Stauber (Republican)Dale W. Strong (Republican)Addison P. McDowell (Republican)James C. Moylan (Republican)Maggie Goodlander (Democratic)Riley M. Moore (Republican)Wesley Hunt (Republican)Brian K. Fitzpatrick (Republican)Bill Huizenga (Republican)Juan Ciscomani (Republican)John J. McGuire (Republican)Tom Barrett (Republican)Randy K. Sr. Weber (Republican)Monica De La Cruz (Republican)Jared Moskowitz (Democratic)Chuck Edwards (Republican)Josh Gottheimer (Democratic)Michael Lawler (Republican)Ralph Norman (Republican)Robert P. Bresnahan (Republican)Erin Houchin (Republican)Harold Rogers (Republican)Jimmy Patronis (Republican)Tracey Mann (Republican)Julie Fedorchak (Republican)Michelle Fischbach (Republican)Troy Balderson (Republican)Jennifer A. Kiggans (Republican)Brian Babin (Republican)Tim Moore (Republican)Nicole Malliotakis (Republican)Craig A. Goldman (Republican)Vern Buchanan (Republican)

Judiciary Committee

Crime and Law Enforcement

Related Bills

  • HRES 119-421: Resolution memorializing law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty.
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
Congressional tributesLaw enforcement officers