A resolution designating the week of May 12 through May 18, 2024, as "National Police Week".
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Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3760-3761; text: CR S3758-3759)
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AI Government Intelligence™Senate Resolution 697 designates the week of May 12 through May 18, 2024, as "National Police Week." The resolution was submitted, considered, and agreed to in the Senate without amendment by unanimous consent. The resolution serves as a formal recognition and commemoration of law enforcement officers during this specific week.
S.Res. 697 officially recognizes National Police Week in May 2024, honoring law enforcement officers through a Senate resolution agreed to unanimously.
- Designates the week of May 12-18, 2024, as National Police Week.
- Passed in the Senate by unanimous consent without amendments.
- Serves as a formal recognition and commemoration of law enforcement officers.
['Law enforcement officers and agencies', 'Organizations supporting police and public safety', 'Communities recognizing law enforcement contributions']
['The resolution is ceremonial and does not include funding or enforcement provisions.', 'No implementation mechanisms or oversight responsibilities are specified.', 'As a resolution, it does not create binding legal obligations.']
The resolution was introduced and passed in the Senate during the 118th Congress. It reflects a tradition of Congress designating specific weeks to honor various professions or causes. The unanimous consent passage indicates broad agreement on the symbolic recognition of police officers.
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['May increase public awareness and appreciation of law enforcement during the designated week.', 'Could encourage related events or activities by police organizations and communities.', 'Might influence future legislative or public initiatives related to law enforcement recognition.']
As a non-binding Senate resolution without funding or enforcement provisions, this bill primarily serves a symbolic purpose. Transparency considerations focus on the clarity of its ceremonial nature and the absence of policy or budgetary impact. No full bill text is available beyond the title and procedural history.
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