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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.
Speaking with one Voice, Moving with one Purpose
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 Sam A. Cabral, President of the International Union of Police Associations, Regarding Officer Kendall I. Corder
Yesterday, the community of Milwaukee and the Milwaukee Police Department lost a hero. On Thursday, June 26, 2025, at approximately 9:22 p.m., Officer Kendall I. Corder and his partner were dispatched to the area of the N. 25th Street and W. Garfield Avenue for a subject with a weapon. While [...]
Statement of President Cabral Regarding I.U.P.A. Member Being Awarded 2025 Union Plus Scholarship
The International is pleased to share that an I.U.P.A. member has been awarded the Union Plus Scholarship this year. The I.U.P.A. works hard to ensure that our members and their families enjoy the best benefits possible and this is one example of those important benefits paying off. Mr. Steve Johnson [...]
Pres. Cabral’s Letter to Chairman Grassley Regarding Opposition to S. 1913, which aims to eliminate the defense of qualified immunity
On behalf of the International Union of Police Associations (I. U.P.A.), I would like to announce our strenuous opposition to S. 1913. The legislation aims to amend existing laws to eliminate the defense of qualified immunity for actions taken under section 1979. This change seeks to increase accountability for individuals [...]
Pres. Cabral’s Letter to Chairman Jordan Regarding Opposition to H.R. 3602, which aims to eliminate the defense of qualified immunity
On behalf of the International Union of Police Associations (I.U.P.A.), we unequivocally announce our strenuous opposition to H.R. 3602. This proposed legislation seeks to amend existing laws by eliminating the defense of qualified immunity for actions taken under Section 1979 of the Revised Statutes ( 42 U.S.C. § 1983). H.R. [...]
Pres. Cabral’s Letter to Senator Thune Regarding the “LEOSA Reform Act”
The International Union of Police Associations, AFL-CIO, strongly advocates for legislative action to amend the current requirements for honorably retired law enforcement officers to maintain their Concealed Carry Weapons (CCW) permits. It is contained in H.R. 2243, the "LEOSA Reform Act". This bill has passed the House. Currently, these dedicated [...]
Photos of the Week: THPD Block Party!
Terre Haute, I.U.P.A. Local #133 sponsored the third annual Terre Haute Police Department Block Party! Terre Haute Police Department shared about it on social media, “The 3rd Annual THPD Block Party was a HUGE success! Thousands of people showed up, including visitors from neighboring states and even a few who traveled all the way from West Virginia! Some have made it a tradition since year one, and we’re honored they keep coming back.” They continued, “Thousands of hot dogs were [...]
I.U.P.A. Briefing Room
IT Update: Security Videos
The I.U.P.A. IT Department works hard to keep our headquarters safe from hackers and ensure that everything runs smoothly. They also provide top-notch technological support to our locals and share IT tips in our blog, the I.U.P.A. Briefing Room. This IT Update provides information [...]
Bagging with Badges
Lawton Police Officers Assn., I.U.P.A. Local #24 Members alongside Special Olympics athletes raised over $1,300 in donations for Special Olympics Oklahoma! Lawton Police Department shared on social media, “Thank you to all who came out Saturday to support Bagging with Badges. All the money raised goes directly to [...]
CYBER LIABILITY INSURANCE: Protect Your Organization in 2025
Leaders of unions, multiemployer and governmental benefit funds, and joint apprenticeship training committees (JATCs) should protect their organizations through cybersecurity best practices and cyber liability insurance. Ullico Casualty Group, LLC offers the following brief as a tool to help insureds navigate an evolving risk [...]
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