WHEREAS, Peace officers serve a vital role in protecting and enhancing the safety and welfare of our citizens; and
     WHEREAS, They dedicate their lives to securing the lives of others; and
     WHEREAS, The Washington Council of Police and Sheriffs has been protecting and enhancing the welfare of law enforcement officers in the state for over 50 years; and
     WHEREAS, The Washington Council of Police and Sheriffs has grown to over 108 groups representing more than 4,700 of the sworn police officers and deputy sheriffs in the state; and
     WHEREAS, The Washington Council of Police and Sheriffs continues their fight to strengthen the rights and quality of life of those who have dedicated their careers to protecting and serving our communities; and
     WHEREAS, Peace officers continue to educate themselves to better serve and protect in times of catastrophic events; and
     WHEREAS, Peace officers spend countless hours on charities for victims;
     NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Washington State Senate congratulate the Washington Council of Police and Sheriffs for more than 50 years of service to its members, the State of Washington, and, most of all, to the citizens of this state; and
     BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the Washington State Senate honor the Washington Council of Police and Sheriffs for its many positive contributions to its communities and encourage officers and members to keep up the good and useful work they do; and
     BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That a copy of this resolution be immediately transmitted by the Secretary of the Senate to the Washington Council of Police and Sheriffs' President, Mark Lann, at the Washington Council of Police and Sheriffs' headquarters in Olympia, Washington.