The Constituency

H.Con.Res. 96 · Crime and Law Enforcement

Expressing support for law enforcement officers.

Introduced May 7, 2026 · Received in the Senate.

What does this mean?

This resolution is Congress formally putting into words that it supports police officers and appreciates the work they do, including the risks and hardships that come with the job. It's a symbolic statement, not a law — it doesn't change any funding, rules, or programs, and it doesn't create new protections or requirements for police departments or officers. Nothing concrete changes for anyone; it's essentially Congress going on record with a message of gratitude and support.

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Bill Lifecycle

Real action history from Congress.gov — where this bill is in the process, and every recorded step along the way.

Referred to Committee

May 7, 2026

Passed House

May 13, 2026

Received in Senate

May 14, 2026

Full action history (13)

May 7, 2026Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

May 7, 2026Submitted in House

May 12, 2026Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 1275 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 5625, H.R. 6260, H.R. 8365, H. Con. Res. 96 and H.R. 8469. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 5625, H.R. 6260, H.R. 8365, and H.Con.Res. 96 under a closed rule. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 8469 under a structured rule. The resolution makes in order one motion to recommit on each bill.

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

May 13, 2026On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 243 - 173, 3 Present (Roll no. 165). (text: CR H3428)

May 13, 2026Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 243 - 173, 3 Present (Roll no. 165). (text: CR H3428)