Representative Cynthia McKinney Watch: McKinney Sponsors Bill Honoring Capitol Police

WSBTV: McKinney Sponsors Bill Honoring Capitol Police

Congresswoman Cynthia McKinney, who could face criminal charges for allegedly punching a Capitol police officer in Washington, D.C., has signed on as a co-sponsor of a House bill formally honoring Capitol Police officers.

The bill is House Resolution 756, which would officially â€œExpress the gratitude and appreciation of the House of Representatives to the professionalism and dedication of the United States Capitol Policeâ€.

The bill was submitted on April 4, one week after the incident between Ms. McKinney and Capitol police officer Paul McKenna. At the time, Ms. McKinneyâ€™s supporters said the legislation was an attempt to embarrass the six-term Congresswoman from DeKalb County. 39 of the other 40 co-sponsors are Republicans.

Ms. McKinney is accused of striking officer McKenna on March 29 near a security checkpoint inside the Longworth House Office Building. The Congresswoman says the officer failed to recognize her, and then physically stopped her as she walked past a metal detector. Ms. McKinney accused the officer of stopping her because she is a â€œfemale, black Congresswomanâ€.

The Congresswomanâ€™s relationship with Capitol Police became further strained when she held a press conference at Howard University along with entertainers Harry Belafonte and Danny Glover, in which participants accused police of racial profiling.

The House Resolution 756 is here.

109th CONGRESS 2d SessionH. RES. 756Expressing the gratitude and appreciation of the House of Representatives to the professionalism and dedication of the United States Capitol Police.IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

April 4, 2006

Mr. MARIO DIAZ-BALART of Florida (for himself, Mr. MCHENRY, Mr. MILLER of Florida, Mr. LINCOLN DIAZ-BALART of Florida, and Mrs. MILLER of Michigan) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on House Administration

RESOLUTIONExpressing the gratitude and appreciation of the House of Representatives to the professionalism and dedication of the United States Capitol Police.Whereas the United States Capitol Police force consists of over 1,500 officers who are dedicated to the protection and security of the Capitol Complex and its employees and visitors;Whereas the United States Capitol Police continually sacrifice to provide safety and security to the Members, staff, and nearly 3 million visitors each year to the Capitol Complex;Whereas while the United States Capitol Police endure physical and verbal assaults in some extreme cases, the officers continue to provide courteous, responsible, and diligent services in an unbiased and nonpartisan manner;Whereas the United States Capitol Police face many threats to their safety and must remain constantly alert for suspicious actions or for failure to respond to requests and instructions;Whereas the United States Capitol Police, as the first line of the defense of the Capitol, has shared in the ultimate sacrifice in law enforcement;Whereas the United States Capitol Police are on the front lines of the War on Terrorism and remain on constant alert against unauthorized access to Capitol buildings, terrorism, and other threats to the Capitol Complex;Whereas Capitol Police officers stationed throughout the Capitol Complex act in a professional manner and treat Members, staff, and visitors with dignity and respect;Whereas the United States Capitol Police consistently apply security and safety measures to all, including Members of Congress; and

Whereas the United States Capitol Police is one of the best trained, most highly respected law enforcement agencies in the United States: Now, therefore, be it

Resolved

(1) expresses its gratitude and appreciation for the professional manner in which the United States Capitol Police carry out their diverse missions;

(2) expresses appreciation for the dedication United States Capitol Police officers have for protecting the Capitol Complex; and

(3) commends the United States Capitol Police for their continued courage and professionalism in protecting the Capitol Complex and its employees and visitors.

The bill’s summary and status is here.

Co-sponsors of the bill are here.

Rep McHenry, Patrick T. [NC-10] – 4/4/2006
Rep Miller, Jeff [FL-1] – 4/4/2006
Rep Diaz-Balart, Lincoln [FL-21] – 4/4/2006
Rep Miller, Candice S. [MI-10] – 4/4/2006
Rep King, Steve [IA-5] – 4/5/2006
Rep DeLay, Tom [TX-22] – 4/5/2006
Rep Westmoreland, Lynn A. [GA-8] – 4/5/2006
Rep Latham, Tom [IA-4] – 4/5/2006
Rep Campbell, John [CA-48] – 4/6/2006
Rep Garrett, Scott [NJ-5] – 4/6/2006
Rep Musgrave, Marilyn N. [CO-4] – 4/6/2006
Rep Marchant, Kenny [TX-24] – 4/6/2006
Rep Franks, Trent [AZ-2] – 4/6/2006
Rep Feeney, Tom [FL-24] – 4/6/2006
Rep Cole, Tom [OK-4] – 4/6/2006
Rep Gingrey, Phil [GA-11] – 4/6/2006
Rep Kline, John [MN-2] – 4/6/2006
Rep Price, Tom [GA-6] – 4/6/2006
Rep Tiahrt, Todd [KS-4] – 4/6/2006
Rep Sodrel, Michael E. [IN-9] – 4/6/2006
Rep Akin, W. Todd [MO-2] – 4/6/2006
Rep Bartlett, Roscoe G. [MD-6] – 4/6/2006
Rep Gutknecht, Gil [MN-1] – 4/6/2006
Rep Moran, Jerry [KS-1] – 4/6/2006
Rep Doolittle, John T. [CA-4] – 4/6/2006
Rep Kuhl, John R. “Randy”, Jr. [NY-29] – 4/6/2006
Rep Manzullo, Donald A. [IL-16] – 4/6/2006
Rep Culberson, John Abney [TX-7] – 4/6/2006
Rep Ryun, Jim [KS-2] – 4/6/2006
Rep Shadegg, John B. [AZ-3] – 4/6/2006
Rep Pearce, Stevan [NM-2] – 4/6/2006
Rep Bishop, Rob [UT-1] – 4/6/2006
Rep Chabot, Steve [OH-1] – 4/6/2006
Rep Burgess, Michael C. [TX-26] – 4/6/2006
Rep Foxx, Virginia [NC-5] – 4/6/2006
Rep Neugebauer, Randy [TX-19] – 4/6/2006
Rep Wamp, Zach [TN-3] – 4/6/2006
Rep Pence, Mike [IN-6] – 4/6/2006
Rep Rothman, Steven R. [NJ-9] – 4/6/2006
Rep Emanuel, Rahm [IL-5] – 4/6/2006
Rep McKinney, Cynthia A. [GA-4] – 5/16/2006

Note the date of McKinney’s co-sponsorship May 16.

In the meantime, the case against her for assaulting the officer SLOWLY makes its way through the legal system.

A Washington, D.C. Superior Court grand jury continues to deliberate Ms. McKinneyâ€™s case. The grand jury was given the case on April 5, but it has yet to hand up an indictment. At least six witnesses have been called to testify.

So, why do you suppose McKinney signed onto this resolution at the last minute. Independent Conservative muses that she may have already been indicted.

Why is it taking the Grand Jury so long?

If an ordinary citizen had assaulted a capitol police officer in this manner, believe me the individual would have already been convicted and sentenced.

And what about McKinney?

How do you spell HYPOCRITICAL MORON?

Stay tuned……