Welcome to I.U.P.A.
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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The Alliance for Retired Law Enforcement Officers (ARLEO) organization offers a variety of Benefits that provides a resource to Legally Protect any LEO in Good Standing to Carry their Personal Firearm and offers Savings of Thousands of $’s Annually for them and their Families…
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I.U.P.A. ANNOUNCEMENTS
Statement of President Cabral Recognizing the Bravery of Police Officer Michael Skinner
The International Union of Police Associations proudly recognizes the bravery of Police Officer Michael Skinner who saved a boater in distress in May. I.U.P.A. President Sam A. Cabral presented Police Officer Michael Skinner with a letter, a certificate, and a plaque which described his valiant lifesaving actions, “On May 3, [...]
Statement of President Cabral Regarding Fallen Trooper First Class Aaron Pelletier
It has been reported that “A town council in Connecticut voted against a motion Monday to fly the Thin Blue Line flag in honor of a Connecticut State Trooper, husband and father of two young boys, who was killed on duty. Trooper First Class Aaron Pelletier died last week while [...]
Statement of Sam A. Cabral, President of the International Union of Police Associations
Re: Conviction of Donald Trump. Like the rest of this great nation, we waited for the verdict in the New York trial of President Trump; like many, we were disappointed, but not surprised, at the verdict. This, in NO WAY, erodes our support of Trump. We remain convinced that he [...]
Pres. Cabral’s Letter to Congressman Cartwright Regarding the “Public Service Freedom to Negotiate Act”
On behalf of the International Union of Police Associations, (I.U.P.A.) I am pleased to announce our support of your thoughtful and timely legislation, the "Public Service Freedom to Negotiate Act". The International Union of Police Associations, AFL-CIO, represents rank and file, active-duty law enforcement professionals across this great nation, including [...]
Pres. Cabral’s Letter to Senator Hirono Regarding the “Public Service Freedom to Negotiate Act”
On behalf of the International Union of Police Associations, (I.U.P.A.) I am pleased to announce our support of your thoughtful and timely legislation, the "Public Service Freedom to Negotiate Act". The International Union of Police Associations, AFL-CIO, represents rank and file, active-duty law enforcement professionals across this great nation, including [...]
I.U.P.A. Briefing Room
Local Leader Spotlight: Local 34 President Emeritus Brian Luciano
I.U.P.A. Local Virginia Beach P.B.A., #34 President Brian “Lucky” Luciano has retired after twenty-seven years of dedicated service to his agency and his community, his local, and the International Union of Police Associations. I.U.P.A. President Sam A. Cabral wrote him a letter, “Throughout your career, you made significant contributions [...]
NEW Student Loan Benefit Available to Union Members and their Families!
Union Plus has partnered with Savi to provide a painless and straightforward financial wellness benefit to keep your student loans on track. Savi can help you lower your monthly payments, create a clear path to apply for loan forgiveness, provide answers to all your [...]
TruHearing Survey Reveals Untreated Hearing Loss Contributes to Mental Health Crisis
Hearing loss can negatively impact mental health, but according to a new survey[1] from TruHearing, the market leader in hearing healthcare benefits, the use of hearing aids can help reduce experiences and behaviors linked to poor mental health. In its third-annual Hearing Loss in the Workplace [...]
K9 Tiller: MWAA’s Facility Canine
I.U.P.A. Local Metro Washington Airport Police Association, #5004 Members have a four-legged helper for their work at the airports in the D.C. area. Tiller is a facility canine, or a therapy dog, as it is commonly termed in other parts of the country. To learn [...]
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About I.U.P.A.

- A cautionary tale: The Karen Read trial and an investigator’s text messageson July 13, 2024 at 6:11 pm
Trooper Michael Proctor’s suspension due to inappropriate text messages serves as a stark reminder that anything written can become public and impact a case
- BWC: Officers detain man suspected of burglarizing pet store, find gerbils in pantson July 13, 2024 at 12:00 pm
Columbus Police officers arrested the man and caught several loose animals outside the store
- BWC: Officers detain man suspected of burglarizing pet store, find gerbils in pantson July 13, 2024 at 12:00 pm
Columbus Police officers arrested the man and caught several loose animals outside the store
- Wash. deputy runs into flames to save residents of home on fireon July 13, 2024 at 11:00 am
"He saw the two people needed out and they weren't getting out, so he put himself in jeopardy to get them out," said Mark Gregory, Spokane County Sheriff's Office PIO
- Wash. deputy runs into flames to save residents of home on fireon July 13, 2024 at 11:00 am
"He saw the two people needed out and they weren't getting out, so he put himself in jeopardy to get them out," said Mark Gregory, Spokane County Sheriff's Office PIO
- NYPD replacing 'Courtesy, Professionalism, Respect' slogan on new patrol cars with crime-focused mottoon July 13, 2024 at 10:00 am
As cruisers are updated to the newest design, which features the department's flag, the slogan will be replaced with “Fighting Crime, Protecting The Public”


















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