The resolution expresses strong condemnation of the blanket pardons and commutations issued by President Trump on January 20, 2025, for over 1,500 individuals involved in the violent attack on law enforcement officers at the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. It highlights that many of these individuals faced serious criminal charges, including assault and battery against law enforcement officers, and emphasizes the risks that law enforcement officers in Kansas take daily to protect the public. The resolution underscores Kansas's commitment to holding individuals accountable for violence against law enforcement and the importance of supporting those who serve and protect the community.
Furthermore, the resolution calls for a clear message to be sent to law enforcement officers in Kansas, affirming that the state condemns the pardons for those who have committed violence against them. It mandates that copies of the resolution be sent to relevant parties, including Senator Schmidt, the Kansas Fraternal Order of Police, the Kansas Sheriffs' Association, and the Kansas Congressional delegation, to ensure that the stance against such pardons is communicated effectively.