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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
Statement of President Sam A. Cabral regarding the passing of Robert “Bob” Kliesmet
On October 25, 2023, we lost former I.U.P.A. President Robert Kliesmet. He was aged 91 at the time of his passing. Bob was an Army veteran and former Milwaukee Police Officer. He was key to the creation and development of the Milwaukee Police Association and led the I.U.P.A. from 1982 [...]
Statement of President Sam A. Cabral: “The Chickens Are Coming Home to Roost”
Since the events in Ferguson, Missouri, the press has leaned towards vilifying police officers and making criminals victims in what have nearly always been found to be the lawful use of deadly force, usually occasioned by the criminal behavior of the deceased. In the rare cases where the use of [...]
President Cabral’s Letter to Senator Hawley Regarding S. 3007, “A bill to allow States to authorize State and local law enforcement officers to enforce the provisions of Federal immigration law …
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, S. 3007, "A bill to allow States to authorize State and local law enforcement officers to enforce the provisions of Federal immigration law relating to unlawful entry [...]
President Cabral’s Letter to Speaker McCarthy Regarding H.R. 3079, the “Back the Blue Act of 2023”
On behalf of the International Union of Police Associations, (I.U.P.A.) I write to urge you to move H.R. 3079, the "Back the Blue 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 [...]
President Cabral’s Letter to Congressmen Neal and Allred Regarding H.R. 4260, the “Public Servants Protection and Fairness Act of 2023”
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, H.R. 4260, the "Public Servants Protection and Fairness Act of 2023". The International Union of Police Associations, AFL-CIO, represents rank and file, active duty law enforcement professionals [...]
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Enjoy 40% Off Liberty Ammunition (Limited Time)
Nobody knows the importance of quality ammunition and performance better than our union brothers and sisters in law enforcement. That is why Liberty Ammunition is offering I.U.P.A. members an exclusive, limited-time offer of 40% off ammunition purchased through the Liberty Ammunition website through Dec. 15, [...]
Lakewood Victim Assistance Unit wins DASH Award
Lakewood Police Department posted on social media proudly about their Victim Assistance Unit winning the DASH Award (Domestic Abuse Survivor Heroes) for their work with victims of domestic abuse. The hardworking and dedicated ladies of Lakewood, Colorado who won the award are wives of I.U.P.A. Local Lakewood Police Union, [...]
What to Expect at Your Hearing Exam
A hearing exam is about more than listening to beeps through a pair of headphones. A full hearing evaluation performed by an audiologist or hearing instrument specialist is a thorough examination that results in valuable, in-depth information about your hearing. “When it comes to [...]
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THE BEST WINTER JACKET FOR FIRST RESPONDERS. In the line of duty, first responders and police officers face a wide range of challenging weather conditions. To meet these challenges head-on, having the right outerwear is not just a luxury—it's a necessity. Explore the benefits of Blauer System Outerwear [...]
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- Lieutenant who survived on-duty shooting named new N.Y. police chiefon December 2, 2023 at 1:00 pm
Lt. Thomas Kelly and another officer were shot while executing a search warrant in 2010
- Several N.Y. officers honored for 2022 blizzard rescueson December 2, 2023 at 12:00 pm
"You have to take what you have within your training and your plans and improvise — kind of call an audible and put it to work," said Buffalo Police Commissioner Joseph Gramaglia
- Video: Mich. cruisers rammed as fight over 'love triangle' leads to high-speed pursuiton December 2, 2023 at 11:00 am
After a hotel brawl that left several bystanders with stab wounds, the suspect fled from responding officers; she later turned herself in
- Myths and misunderstandings about speed enforcement camerason December 2, 2023 at 12:15 am
With traffic fatalities on the rise, the need for effective traffic safety solutions is urgent
- Inmate who stabbed Derek Chauvin 22 times charged with attempted murderon December 1, 2023 at 10:54 pm
The inmate told prosecutors he would have killed Chauvin had correctional officers not responded so quickly
- N.J. city to pay former cadets $4M in academy OT after class action lawsuiton December 1, 2023 at 9:08 pm
The lawsuit was filed by three academy graduates from 2017 and 2018 on behalf of their whole classes
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