# Plain Language Summary of H. RES. 387

This is a resolution expressing support for law enforcement agencies across the country. It's important to understand that a resolution is different from a law—it doesn't actually change any rules or create new policies. Instead, it's a statement of the House of Representatives' position on an issue. Think of it as an official declaration of where Congress stands on supporting police.

The resolution thanks law enforcement officers for their work protecting communities and acknowledges the dangers they face, including the fact that 264 officers were killed in the line of duty in 2020. It specifically pushes back against what supporters call "defund the police" efforts, arguing that reducing police budgets leads to more crime. The resolution cites examples from New York City, Los Angeles, and Minneapolis, claiming that when police budgets were cut, violent crime increased in those cities. The resolution also mentions that law enforcement does more than just arrest people—they also connect people with addiction treatment programs and help keep young people out of the criminal justice system through diversion programs.

The practical impact of this resolution is limited since it doesn't actually fund or change anything about police departments. What it does do is take a political stance. By passing this resolution, the House would be officially stating that it opposes efforts to reduce police funding and believes law enforcement agencies should be supported. This matters politically because it signals where members of Congress stand on a contentious debate happening across the country about police budgets and reform. However, for everyday people, this resolution itself won't directly affect police services, funding, or policies in your community—those decisions are made through actual legislation and local government budgets.

Expressing support for the Nation's law enforcement agencies.

Buck, Ken

 <p>This resolution offers sincere gratitude and appreciation for the nation's law enforcement officers. It also recognizes the sacrifices of law enforcement officers and rejects efforts to defund and dismantle law enforcement agencies.</p> <ul> </ul>