HOUSE RESOLUTION CELEBRATING "NATIONAL LAW ENFORCEMENT APPRECIATION DAY" ON JANUARY 9, 2026

Plain-English Summary

This is a House Resolution from the Rhode Island state legislature formally recognizing January 9, 2026 as "National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day." The resolution is a symbolic gesture by the Rhode Island House of Representatives to honor and acknowledge the work of law enforcement officers across the country and within Rhode Island.

The resolution expresses the legislature's appreciation for the service and sacrifices made by police officers and other law enforcement professionals in their daily work to protect public safety. Resolutions like this are non-binding, meaning they do not create any new laws, allocate any money, or require anyone to take specific action. They serve primarily as an official public statement of recognition.

This resolution affects law enforcement officers and agencies throughout Rhode Island, as well as the broader public, by drawing attention to the contributions of those in law enforcement. It has already been read and passed by the Rhode Island House of Representatives, completing its legislative process. Ordinary residents would not notice any direct change in their daily lives as a result of this resolution, as it carries no legal or financial obligations.