A resolution honoring the life of Deputy Elijah Ming and expressing condolences to his family.

[Congressional Bills 119th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[S. Res. 360 Introduced in Senate (IS)]

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119th CONGRESS
  1st Session
S. RES. 360

 Honoring the life of Deputy Elijah Ming and expressing condolences to 
                              his family.


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                   IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

                             July 31, 2025

   Mr. Marshall (for himself and Mr. Moran) submitted the following 
    resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary

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                               RESOLUTION


 
 Honoring the life of Deputy Elijah Ming and expressing condolences to 
                              his family.

Whereas Elijah Ming was a brave law enforcement officer who sacrificed his life 
        to keep his local Kansas community safe;
Whereas Elijah Ming was born to Mark and Sonji Ming in February 1991;
Whereas, while attending F.L. Schlagle High School in Kansas City, Kansas, 
        Elijah distinguished himself as a dedicated student and a standout 
        athlete;
Whereas, after graduating high school, Elijah Ming pursued athletics at the 
        collegiate level, playing baseball at several schools, including Fort 
        Scott Community College in Bourbon County, Kansas;
Whereas, while at Fort Scott Community College, Elijah Ming was crowned 
        homecoming king for his contributions to the community;
Whereas, during his collegiate career, Elijah Ming was voted the ``most 
        inspirational player'' by his teammates, and his coaches remarked that 
        his energy and smile were contagious;
Whereas, after college, Elijah Ming returned to Kansas City, Kansas, and joined 
        the Wyandotte County Sheriff's Office;
Whereas Elijah Ming served for 9 years with distinction and honor and was an 
        active force for good in Wyandotte County;
Whereas, on July 26, 2025, Elijah Ming responded to a civil standby call in 
        Kansas City, ultimately losing his life in the line of duty;
Whereas Elijah Ming was and remains a true American hero whose courage, 
        character, and unwavering commitment to others have left an indelible 
        mark; and
Whereas Mr. Ming's legacy will continue to inspire his family, community, and a 
        grateful nation: Now, therefore, be it
    Resolved, That the Senate--
            (1) highly respects and appreciates all that Deputy Elijah 
        Ming did to protect and serve his Kansas community;
            (2) offers condolences to the family of Elijah Ming;
            (3) pays tribute to Mr. Ming's noble sacrifice in the line 
        of duty; and
            (4) calls on all levels of government to support the family 
        of this fallen officer.
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