Bills of Congress by U.S. Congress

Honoring the life of Deputy Elijah Ming and expressing condolences to his family.

Summary

Senate Resolution 360 expresses condolences to the family of Deputy Elijah Ming, who died in the line of duty. The resolution honors his life and service to the Kansas community. It acknowledges his dedication as a student, athlete, and law enforcement officer.

Expected Effects

The resolution serves as a formal recognition of Deputy Ming's sacrifice. It encourages support for his family from all levels of government. The resolution itself does not create any legally binding obligations.

Potential Benefits

Here are some potential benefits:
* Formally recognizes the sacrifice of a law enforcement officer.
* Offers condolences and support to the officer's family.
* Honors the officer's contributions to the community.
* Encourages government support for the family.
* May inspire others to serve their communities.

Potential Disadvantages

Here are some potential disadvantages:
* The resolution itself has no direct material benefits for the family beyond symbolic recognition.
* It does not guarantee any specific financial or other support.
* The impact is primarily emotional and symbolic, rather than practical.
* It does not address systemic issues related to law enforcement safety.
* The resolution may be perceived as insufficient without concrete action.

Constitutional Alignment

The resolution aligns with the general principles of honoring public service and supporting families, which can be seen as promoting the general welfare as stated in the preamble of the US Constitution. While there is no specific constitutional provision mandating such resolutions, it does not violate any specific provision either. The resolution falls within the implied powers of the Senate to conduct its internal affairs and express its sentiments.

Impact Assessment: Things You Care About

This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).