H.Res.405 — Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2240) to require the Attorney General to develop reports relating to violent attacks against law enforcement officers, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2243) to amend title 18, United States Code, to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by law enforcement officers, and for other purposes; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2255) to allow Federal law enforcement officers to purchase retired service weapons, and for other purposes.
House Roll Call
H.Res.405
| Bill | H.Res.405 — Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2240) to require the Attorney General to develop reports relating to violent attacks against law enforcement officers, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2243) to amend title 18, United States Code, to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by law enforcement officers, and for other purposes; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2255) to allow Federal law enforcement officers to purchase retired service weapons, and for other purposes. |
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| Vote question | On Agreeing to the Resolution |
| Vote type | Recorded Vote |
| Result | Passed |
| Totals | Yea 216 / Nay 203 / Present 0 / Not Voting 14 |
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 216 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| D | 0 | 203 | 0 | 10 |
| I | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Research Brief
On Agreeing to the Resolution
Bill Analysis
HRES 405, introduced in the 119th Congress, outlines the procedural framework for the consideration of three specific bills aimed at enhancing the safety and operational capabilities of law enforcement officers.
H.R. 2240: This bill mandates the Attorney General to compile and disseminate reports on violent attacks against law enforcement officers. The intent is to provide data that can inform policy decisions and enhance protective measures for officers. The reports would likely involve collaboration with various law enforcement agencies and could influence future funding allocations and safety protocols.
H.R. 2243: This legislation seeks to amend Title 18 of the United States Code to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act. It specifically addresses provisions related to the carrying of concealed weapons by law enforcement officers, aiming to streamline and enhance their ability to carry firearms in various jurisdictions, thereby potentially increasing their safety and effectiveness in the field.
H.R. 2255: This bill allows federal law enforcement officers to purchase retired service weapons. This provision recognizes the value of these weapons to officers and aims to facilitate their access to reliable firearms even after retirement from active duty.
The bills collectively affect federal law enforcement agencies and their officers, enhancing their operational capabilities and safety measures. The primary beneficiaries are law enforcement personnel who may face increased risks in their duties.
The latest action on HRES 405 indicates that the motion to reconsider the resolution was laid on the table and agreed to without objection, suggesting a smooth legislative process for these measures. The timeline for further consideration or implementation of these bills has not been specified, but the procedural approval sets the stage for subsequent discussions and votes in Congress.
Yea (216)
K
Ken Calvert
S
Scott Franklin
M
Mark Green
L
Lisa McClain
J
John Rutherford
D
David Schweikert
P
Pete Sessions
Nay (203)
J
Jason Crow
L
Lloyd Doggett
J
John Mannion
L
Lucy McBath
E
Eric Swalwell
R
Rashida Tlaib
N
Nydia Velázquez
D
Debbie Wasserman Schultz
