Take action now! Contact the Capitol Switchboard at 202-224-3121 to advocate for the passage of the “Protect and Serve Act” (HR 743). This proposed legislation aims to make it a federal offense to knowingly assault a police officer, addressing the increasing violence against law enforcement. With a significant rise in officer shootings—15 in the last three days and a 60% increase last year—this bill seeks to counteract the escalating violence. If your representative is on the Judiciary Committee, it's particularly crucial to reach out, they have an important vote today! Here are their contacts:
- Cliff S. Betz (R-OR), 202-225-6730
- Andrew S. Biggs (R-AZ), 202-225-2635
- Benjamin L. Cline (R-VA), 202-225-5431
- J. Luis Correa (D-CA), 202-225-2965
- Madeleine Dean (D-PA), 202-225-4731
- Harriet M. Hagemen (R-WY), 202-225-2311
- Glen F. Ivey (D-MD), 202-225-8699
- Thomas M. McClintock (R-CA), 202-225-2511
- F. Barry Moore (R-AL), 202-225-2901
- C.E. “Chip” Roy (R-TX), 202-225-4263
- Mary Gay Scanlon (D-PA), 202-225-2011
- Eric M. Swalwell (D-CA), 202-225-5065
Your voice is essential in this crucial moment—make the call today!