Bill Analysis - GOP.gov http://www.gop.gov/ Bill Analysis from Republicans in Congress en-US Sunday, March 21, 2010 Sunday, March 21, 2010 H.Res. 177: H.Con.Res. 177 - Raising the awareness of the need for crime prevention in communities across the country and expressing support for designation of October 1, 2009, through October 3, 2009, as "Celebrate Safe Communities" Week, and October as "Crime Preve committee on the judiciary http://www.gop.gov/bill/111/1/hres177 Rep. Reichert, David G. | Committee on Judiciary

H.Con.Res. 177 would resolve that the Congress:
• "Supports the designation of Celebrate Safe Communities Week;
• "Supports Crime Prevention Month;
• "Commends the efforts of the thousands of local law enforcement agencies and their countless community partners educating and engaging residents of all ages in the fight against crime;
• "Asks communities across the country to consider how Celebrate Safe Communities can help them highlight local successes in the fight against crime;
• "Encourages the National Sheriffs' Association and the National Crime Prevention Council to continue to promote through Celebrate Safe Communities and year-round, individual and collective action, in collaboration with law enforcement and other supporting local agencies, to reduce crime and build safer communities throughout the United States; and
• "Encourages government agencies, civic groups, schools, businesses, and youth organizations to educate the public, showcase their accomplishments, and explore new partnerships during Crime Prevention Month."

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