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 Ordering the Previous Question |
| Vote type | Yea-and-Nay |
| Result | Passed |
| Totals | Yea 216 / Nay 204 / Present 0 / Not Voting 13 |
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 216 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| D | 0 | 204 | 0 | 9 |
| I | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Research Brief
On Ordering the Previous Question
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.
The first bill, H.R. 2240, mandates the Attorney General to produce reports on violent attacks against law enforcement personnel. This initiative seeks to provide a clearer understanding of the threats faced by officers, potentially informing policy and resource allocation to improve their safety.
The second bill, H.R. 2243, proposes amendments to Title 18 of the United States Code to strengthen the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act. This legislation focuses on improving provisions related to the carrying of concealed weapons by law enforcement officers, thereby enhancing their ability to protect themselves and the public in various situations.
The third bill, H.R. 2255, allows federal law enforcement officers to purchase their retired service weapons. This measure is intended to provide officers with the opportunity to retain firearms they are familiar with, which may enhance their personal safety and comfort.
The resolution facilitates the legislative process for these bills, ensuring they are brought to the floor for debate and voting. The bills collectively aim to improve the safety, operational flexibility, and benefits for law enforcement officers, who are the primary beneficiaries of these proposed measures.
The latest action on HRES 405 involved a motion to reconsider, which was laid on the table and agreed to without objection, indicating a smooth path forward for the consideration of the associated legislation. Key timelines for further debate and voting on the individual bills will follow the procedural steps established by this resolution.
Yea (216)
B
Brad Finstad
M
Mark Green
A
Abraham Hamadeh
M
Mark Harris
B
Brian Jack
B
Brad Knott
C
Celeste Maloy
A
Addison McDowell
D
David Taylor
Nay (204)
A
André Carson
A
April McClain Delaney
E
Emilia Sykes
