A resolution honoring the lives of fallen Missouri police officers and expressing condolences to their families.

Whereas police officers, sheriffs, deputies, and all other law enforcement officers serve and protect their communities with honor and sacrifice;
Whereas all law enforcement officers make a great sacrifice every day by putting their lives on the line to serve their fellow citizens;
Whereas violent crime is abhorrent in all instances and especially affects law enforcement officers and the communities they serve;
Whereas the spouses and family members of our brave servicemen and women carry a great burden when their loved ones head into the line of duty;
Whereas, on February 23, 2026, the residents of Christian County, Missouri, experienced a violent and wicked attack against its law enforcement officers;
Whereas 4 police officers in southwest Missouri were shot in the line of duty, 2 of whom suffered injuries that were fatal; and
Whereas these fallen officers include—
Deputy Gabriel Ramirez of the Christian County Sheriff's Office, who passed away in the line of duty after attempting to administer a traffic stop; and
Deputy Michael Hislope of the Christian County Sheriff's Office, who passed away in the line of duty after bravely attempting to reach wounded officers under fire: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate—
expresses deep condolences for—
the Missouri police officers who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty; and
their families;
recognizes the countless selfless and heroic actions carried out by Missouri law enforcement officers every day;
expresses strong support for police officers and law enforcement officers across the United States that serve and protect their local communities;
acknowledges the importance of honoring and remembering fallen police and local law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty;
condemns all violent acts taken against law enforcement officers; and
commits to supporting law enforcement officers in their work to fulfil their duty of making our communities safer.