HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 25
(By Delegate Pino)
Designating February 22,2006, as "Law Enforcement Appreciation
Day".
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 th 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 declares February 22,2006 as "Law Enforcement Appreciation Day"; and, be it
Further Resolved, That all West Virginians are encouraged to
give due recognition to law-enforcement officers for distinguishing
West Virginians with one of the lowest crime rates in America.