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119TH CONGRESS 

1ST SESSION H. RES. 76 

Recognizing Gold Shield Families and affirming that their sacrifices and 

difficulties should not be forgotten. 

IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 

JANUARY 28, 2025 

Mr. MEUSER (for himself, Ms. MALLIOTAKIS, Mr. BACON, Mr. FITZPATRICK, 

Mr. PANETTA, Mr. LANDSMAN, Mr. GOTTHEIMER, Mr. ROSE, Mr. 

KUSTOFF, Mr. HARDER of California, Mr. PAPPAS, Mr. BUCHANAN, Mr. 

FALLON, and Mr. LAWLER) submitted the following resolution; which was 

referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure 

RESOLUTION 

Recognizing Gold Shield Families and affirming that their 

sacrifices and difficulties should not be forgotten. 

Whereas the United States owes an immeasurable debt of 

gratitude to the brave men and women who serve as first 

responders, courageously risking their lives to protect our 

communities; 

Whereas the families of these valiant first responders exhibit 

unparalleled strength, resilience, and sacrifice, supporting 

their loved ones in their noble service to our Nation; 

Whereas the loss of a first responder in the line of duty is 

a profound tragedy that leaves an enduring impact on 

their families, necessitating unwavering support, and recognition from the Nation they served; 


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Whereas Gold Shield Families are defined as the families of 

fallen police officers, firefighters, emergency medical technicians (EMTs), correction officers, emergency dispatch 

officers, and emergency service providers who have tragically lost their lives in the line of duty protecting and 

serving their communities; 

Whereas it is essential to acknowledge and honor the dedication and sacrifices made by the families of fallen first responders, whose unwavering courage and resilience serve 

as an inspiration to us all; and 

Whereas the sacrifices and difficulties faced by Gold Shield 

Families in the aftermath of the loss of a loved one in 

the line of duty should not be forgotten, as they continue 

to endure hardships and challenges while upholding the 

legacy of their fallen heroes: Now, therefore, be it 

1 Resolved, That by the House of Representatives— 

2 (1) that Gold Shield Families, consisting of the 

3 families of fallen police officers, firefighters, emer4 gency medical technicians (EMTs), correction offi5 cers, emergency dispatch officers, and emergency 

6 service providers, are hereby recognized and honored 

7 for their immeasurable sacrifices and steadfast sup8 port of their loved ones in service to our Nation; 

9 (2) that this recognition stands as a testament 

10 to the enduring gratitude and appreciation of the 

11 United States for the tremendous contributions and 

12 sacrifices made by Gold Shield Families; and 


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1 (3) that a copy of this resolution be transmitted 

2 to the President of the United States and made pub3 licly available to honor and recognize Gold Shield 

4 Families for their sacrifices and unwavering support 

5 of our Nation’s first responders and emergency serv6 ice providers, affirming that their sacrifices and dif7 ficulties should not be forgotten. 

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