S.Res. 372

119 SRES 372 ATS: Honoring the life of Kansas City, Kansas police officer Hunter Simoncic.
 U.S. Senate
 2026-03-21
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 III  119th CONGRESS  2d Session  S. RES. 372  IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES   September 3, 2025   Mr. Moran  (for himself and  Mr. Marshall ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the  Committee on the Judiciary     March 21, 2026  Committee discharged; considered and agreed to     RESOLUTION
Honoring the life of Kansas City, Kansas police officer Hunter Simoncic.
Whereas Hunter Simoncic was a brave law enforcement officer who sacrificed his life to keep his local Kansas community safe;
Whereas Hunter Simoncic was born on April 16, 1999;
Whereas Hunter Simoncic grew up in Galesburg, Kansas;
Whereas Hunter Simoncic graduated from Erie High School in 2018 and earned a bachelor of science degree in sociology from Pittsburgh State University in 2021 and a master's degree in forensic sciences from Oklahoma State University in 2023;
Whereas Hunter Simoncic graduated from the Kansas City, Kansas Police Academy in November 2023;
Whereas Hunter Simoncic served as a big brother with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Kansas and volunteered to read to local children each week through the Lead to Read program at Banneker Elementary School;
Whereas Hunter Simoncic is survived by his father Ron Simoncic of Franklin, Kansas, his mother Christine Brungardt of Galesburg, Kansas, and his brother Fischer Simoncic of Wichita, Kansas;
Whereas Officer Simoncic was killed on August 26, 2025, while on duty in Kansas City, Kansas, when he was struck by a driver fleeing law enforcement while he attempted to disable the fleeing vehicle;
Whereas Hunter Simoncic is an American hero, whose bravery, integrity, and steadfast dedication as a faithful civil servant have made a lasting impact; and
Whereas Mr. Simoncic’s legacy will endure, inspiring his family, community, and a thankful Nation: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate—
(1)
highly respects and appreciates all that Hunter Simoncic did to protect and serve his Kansas community;
(2)
offers condolences to the family of Hunter Simoncic;
(3)
pays tribute to Mr. Simoncic's noble sacrifice in the line of duty; and
(4)
calls on all levels of government to support the family of this fallen officer.