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The International Union of Police Associations is the only union chartered exclusively for law enforcement and law enforcement support personnel. While I.U.P.A.’s officers, active and retired law enforcement officers, fight to improve the lives of their brothers and sisters in law enforcement, I.U.P.A. works to improve legislation that protects and affects public safety officers, as well as representing the needs of law enforcement officers and support personnel, whether that be for better equipment, more staff or a fair wage.
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I.U.P.A. ANNOUNCEMENTS
President Cabral’s Letter to Senator Cotton regarding S. 868, “A bill to amend Title 18, United States Code … ”
I am proud to announce our support for your critical and timely legislation, S. 868, "A bill to amend Title 18, United States Code, to make the murder of a federal, state, or local law enforcement officer a crime punishable by life in prison or death". The International Union of [...]
President Cabral’s Letter to Chairman Jordan regarding H.R. 1124, the “Federal Death Penalty Abolition Act of 2023”
On behalf of the International Union of Police Associations, I would like to voice our opposition to H.R.1124, the "Federal Death Penalty Abolition Act of 2023". The International Union of Police Associations, AFL-CIO, represents rank and file, active duty law enforcement professionals across this great nation, including the U.S. territories [...]
President Cabral’s Letter to Congressmen Buck and Joyce regarding H.R. 895, ‘‘Combating Organized Retail Crime Act of 2023’’
On behalf of the International Union of Police Associations, I am pleased to endorse your legislation, H.R. 895, "Combating Organized Retail Crime Act of2023". The International Union of Police Associations, AFL-CIO, represents rank and file, active-duty law enforcement professionals across this great nation, including the U.S. territories of Puerto Rico [...]
President Cabral’s Letter to Senators Grassley and Rubio regarding S. 411, the “EAGLES Act of 2023”
On behalf of the International Union of Police Associations, I am pleased to endorse your legislation, S. 411, the "EAGLES Act of 2023". Violence in our schools has killed far too many of our children and some of these acts may have been preventable had there been the opportunity to [...]
President Cabral’s Letter to Senator Thune regarding S. 546, S. 389, “To deter the trafficking of illicit fentanyl, provide justice for victims, and for other purposes”
On behalf of the International Union of Police Associations, I am proud to endorse your legislation, S. 389, "To deter the trafficking of illicit fentanyl, provide justice for victims, and for other purposes". Fentanyl is an absolute plague throughout our nation. It was the leading cause of death for 18 [...]
Photos of the Week: Published Author Lt. Shellhammer
This week’s Photos of the Week come from Sarasota, Florida. I.U.P.A. Local Sarasota Police Lieutenants Association, #6043 Member and Sarasota Police Department Special Response Commander, Lieutenant Shellhammer, authored an article that was published by the Florida SWAT Association Magazine, “Sarasota Police Respond to Active Shooter Incident in High Rise Condo”. Sarasota Police Department celebrated his achievement by framing the article and presenting him with it, then posting the images on social media with the message, “Lt. Shellhammer, our Special Response Commander, [...]
I.U.P.A. Briefing Room
I.U.P.A. Research: Law Enforcement Staffing
The I.U.P.A. regularly conducts research to support our members and to aid us in advocating for the best interests of law enforcement nationwide. Please take a few minutes to complete the survey at the below link on staffing concerns in law enforcement that the I.U.P.A. is [...]
Union Sportsmen’s Alliance Wild-est Game Recipe Contest
Sportsmen and sportswomen have the pleasure of serving family and friends the free-range, organic protein they caught, killed, trapped, and chased. But wild game, fish, and fowl can be tricky to cook compared to store-bought alternatives, leading to common descriptions like “gamey,” especially by those looking for an excuse [...]
Allied Wellness: Back Injuries and Exercises
Allied Wellness has yet another informative newsletter for I.U.P.A. members. This time, it is on a topic that affects LEOs significantly – back injuries and exercises! This newsletter comes from Allied Wellness Health Coach and Physical Therapist, Taylor, who covers: What is the Thoracic Spine? Sitting and Your Thoracic Spine [...]
Catania Medallic Specialty, Inc. Recognized as the Awards Industry Supplier of the Year
Catania Medallic Specialty, Inc., a leading supplier of custom medals, coins, lapel pins, and other emblematic items, has been named the 2023 Awards and Personalization Industry Supplier of the Year. This prestigious award recognizes the exceptional service and support that Catania Medallic Specialty, Inc. provides its customers in the [...]
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- Ladies, as you claim your seat at the leadership table, wear your Ruby Woo with prideby Jonni Redick on March 21, 2023 at 10:21 pm
Where does it say we have to be just like men in this profession? We should have the freedom to be women
- Video released after 7 Va. deputies charged with second-degree murder over in-custody deathon March 21, 2023 at 6:43 pm
The footage, which has no audio, shows various members of the group struggling with a handcuffed and shackled man
- Man reunited with Fla. deputy who saved his life by applying tourniquet to his legon March 21, 2023 at 4:30 pm
Rafael Villalba had seen Deputy Josh Snow in a newspaper article and wanted to personally thank him
- Wash. LEOs, families benefit from new health and wellness appon March 21, 2023 at 4:00 pm
A grant allowed the Cordico wellness app to be available to officers, deputies, corrections officers and dispatchers
- 'I hate pigs': Bodycam video shows man charging at Calif. LEOs with metal pole during traffic stopon March 21, 2023 at 3:02 pm
The fatal OIS was captured on video, showing a man threatening police with a 5-foot metal pole while officers were speaking to an unrelated person during a DUI stop
- Wash. deputy critically wounded in shooting while serving eviction noticeon March 21, 2023 at 2:43 pm
The King County deputy was hit by a bullet that missed his vest and hit him in the upper torso
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