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S.Res. 658Senate115th Congress (2017-2019)Passed Congress

A resolution designating the week of September 30 through October 6, 2018, as "National Community Policing Week".

Sponsored by Jeanne ShaheenSen. Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH)
Introduced September 27, 2018

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The Senate resolution sets aside the week of September 30 through October 6, 2018 as National Community Policing Week. It aims to highlight the role of police officers in communities and to promote stronger, trust‑based relationships between law‑enforcement agencies and the public. The resolution encourages citizens, police departments, and elected officials to explore ways to improve public safety and community ties.

Key Provisions

  • Designates September 30‑October 6, 2018 as National Community Policing Week.
  • Calls on the American people, law‑enforcement agencies, and elected officials to identify ways to improve public safety, strengthen community‑police relationships, and build trust.

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Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6365; text: CR S6357)

September 27, 2018

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Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6365; text: CR S6357)

September 27, 2018

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David Perdue
Sen. David PerdueR-GA · Sep 27, 2018

Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the Senate proceed to the immediate consideration of S. Res. 658, submitted earlier today. Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the resolution be…

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Agreed to SenateIssued September 27, 2018

III

115th CONGRESS

2d Session

S. RES. 658

IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

September 27, 2018

Mrs. Shaheen (for herself, Mr. Cornyn, and Ms. Hassan) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to

RESOLUTION

Designating the week of September 30 through October 6, 2018, as National Community Policing Week.

Whereas police officers are indispensable members of the community who put their lives on the line to protect others;

Whereas promoting strong relationships founded in trust and mutual respect between law enforcement officers and the communities they serve helps ensure the safe and effective execution of the law;

Whereas law enforcement officers and communities that work together to address public safety concerns can create lasting solutions to difficult challenges;

Whereas a long-term commitment to community policing is necessary to eliminate the underlying causes of crime;

Whereas the advancement of community policing should be supported to ensure that State and local law enforcement agencies have necessary resources; and

Whereas community policing has been recognized as an important tool for improving the relationship between law enforcement officers and the communities they serve: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate—

(1)

designates the week of September 30 through October 6, 2018, as National Community Policing Week; and

(2)

supports community policing and encourages the people of the United States, law enforcement agencies, and elected officials to identify ways in which communities can improve public safety, strengthen relationships, and build trust.