119-hres636

[Congressional Bills 119th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H. Res. 636 Introduced in House

    (IH) ]

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119th CONGRESS
 1st Session
H. RES. 636

Condemning the tragic act of violence that took place in New York City, 
honoring the lives of the victims of the attack, commending the bravery 
of the New York City Police Department, and condemning acts of violence 
 against law enforcement officials.

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 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

 August 5, 2025

 Ms. Stefanik (for herself, Ms. Tenney, Mr. Hamadeh of Arizona, Mr. 
 McCormick, Mr. Carter of Georgia, Mr. Bost, Mr. Fleischmann, Mr. 
McGuire, Mrs. Bice, Ms. Malliotakis, Mr. Scott Franklin of Florida, and 
Mr. Langworthy) submitted the following resolution; which was referred 
 to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform

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 RESOLUTION

Condemning the tragic act of violence that took place in New York City, 
honoring the lives of the victims of the attack, commending the bravery 
of the New York City Police Department, and condemning acts of violence 
 against law enforcement officials.

Whereas, on July 28, 2025, a crazed madman opened fire on innocent civilians in 
 a New York City office building;
Whereas the suspect, armed with a rifle, ultimately took the lives of 3 
 civilians and 1 brave New York City Police Department (``NYPD'') officer 
 before the suspect was successfully neutralized by the NYPD;
Whereas the violent killing spree marks the deadliest gun attack to take place 
 in New York City in 25 years;
Whereas the police officer slain in the attack, Didarul Islam, rushed towards 
 the danger, determined to save the lives of his fellow New Yorkers no 
 matter the cost;
Whereas Didarul Islam, who paid the ultimate price in service of his fellow 
 citizens, was a loving husband and father who leaves behind a pregnant 
 wife and 2 young children;
Whereas Aland Etienne, an on-duty security officer, was also tragically murdered 
 by the gunman during the attack in New York City;
Whereas the continued calls for violence against Federal, State, and local law 
 enforcement officers present an exigent threat against those who 
 honorably serve and protect the people of the United States; and
Whereas acts of unconscionable violence have no place in the United States, and 
 should be resoundingly condemned by leaders on both sides of the 
 political aisle: Now, therefore, be it
 Resolved, That the House of Representatives--

    (1) condemns the senseless act of violence in New York City 
 that tragically claimed the lives of 3 civilians and NYPD 
 police officer Didarul Islam;

    (2) honors the lives of the victims who were killed in the 
 attack and expresses support and condolences for the families 
 and loved ones of the victims;

    (3) commends the bravery exhibited by Didarul Islam, Aland 
 Etienne, and the entirety of the NYPD for the heroism they 
 displayed in responding to and neutralizing the shooter; and

    (4) condemns divisive rhetoric and violence against 
 Federal, State, and local law enforcement officers and urges 
 lawmakers to redouble their commitment to backing the blue.
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