Summary of HRES 322 – Supporting the goals and ideals of National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week

Overview

• Bill Type: Congressional Resolution (HRES 322)
• Purpose: Non-binding expression of support and recognition for National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week and the professionals who work in public safety telecommunications.
• Status: Introduced in the House on April 9, 2025; referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
• Classification: Resolution (non-legislative)

What the bill does

HRES 322 states three main points:
1. The House of Representatives supports the goals and ideals of National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week.
2. The House honors and recognizes the important and lifesaving contributions of public safety telecommunications professionals in the United States.
3. The House encourages the American people to remember the value of the work performed by public safety telecommunications professionals.

As a resolution, the measure expresses Congress’s appreciation and recognition but does not create new law, authorize funding, or impose mandates.

Key provisions

• Express support for National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week.
• Honor and recognize the lifesaving contributions of public safety telecommunications professionals.
• Encourage public remembrance and appreciation of their work.

There are no provisions for funding, program creation, regulatory changes, or enforcement mechanisms.

Who/what is affected

• Public safety telecommunications professionals (e.g., 911 call-takers, dispatchers, and related personnel) receive formal recognition and acknowledgment from Congress.
• The general public is encouraged to remember and value the work of these professionals.
• No new regulatory requirements or fiscal obligations are imposed on individuals, agencies, or jurisdictions.

Procedural/timeline aspects

• Introduced: April 9, 2025.
• Referred to: House Committee on Energy and Commerce (same day).
• Sponsors:
  • Primary: Norma J. Torres
  • Co-sponsor: Brian K. Fitzpatrick
• Related legislation: Companion SRES 164 in the Senate.
• Current status suggests no further action beyond committee referral indicated in the provided information.

Potential impact and significance

• Provides a formal, bipartisan acknowledgment of the essential role of public safety telecommunications professionals.
• Helps raise public awareness and appreciation for 911/dispatch services.
• Serves as a commemorative/educational vehicle; does not alter policy, funding, or operations.