HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 26

(By Mr. Speaker, Mr. Thompson, and Delegates Crosier, Stemple, Caputo, DeLong, Ennis, Fragale, Hartman, Hutchins, Iaquinta, Klempa, Longstreth, Manchin, Michael, Morgan, Pethtel, D. Poling, Proudfoot, Swartzmiller, Tucker, Varner, Webster and Yost)



Honoring law-enforcement officers, personnel, officials and agencies for their commitment and dedication to protecting the citizens of this State.

Whereas, West Virginia can boast as having one of the lowest crime rates in the United States; and
Whereas, It is fitting and proper that law-enforcement officers be commended, encouraged and honored for their contributions that have resulted in these statistics; and
Whereas, Law-enforcement officers give generously of themselves both in spirit and deed so others might share in the joy of living in a free and democratic society; and
Whereas, Law-enforcement officers have the desire to help their fellow citizens in times of need, no matter how dangerous or difficult the situation; and
Whereas, We honor and appreciate the outstanding law-enforcement officers who have distinguished themselves with unselfish and exemplary services to the community and its citizens; therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Delegates:
That the House of Delegates hereby honors law-enforcement officers, personnel, officials and agencies for their commitment and dedication to protecting the citizens of this State; and, be it
Further Resolved, That all West Virginians are encouraged to give due recognition to law-enforcement officers for distinguishing West Virginia with one of the lowest crime rates in America; and, be it
Further Resolved, That the Clerk of the House of Delegates prepare a certified copy of this resolution for the appropriate representatives of law enforcement, which is to include, but not be limited to, all local and state police departments within West Virginia.