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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 the I.U.P.A. Regarding the Appointment of Keith Pearson
The International Union of Police Associations is aware of the controversy surrounding the recent Governor’s appointment of Keith Pearson to the position of Sheriff of St Lucie County. Neither the International nor the St. Lucie Deputies Association, Local 6010, were solicited for nor provided any input into this appointment process. [...]
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 [...]
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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, [...]
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- Partner of Wis. officer killed in line of duty succumbs to injuries from off-duty crashon December 7, 2023 at 8:28 pm
Officer Peter Jerving, who died in February, and Officer Jimmy Nowak served together at the Milwaukee Police Department for four years
- Minn. PD, union frustrated over lack of assault charges for suspect who dragged LEOon December 7, 2023 at 5:32 pm
Dash camera footage shows Officer Brandon Gross being dragged nearly 40 yards while trying to stop a fleeing DUI suspect
- Judge declares man who rammed Fla. officers unfit for courton December 7, 2023 at 4:44 pm
Ralph Bouzy, who faces three counts of attempted murder, will be committed to a secure facility for mental health treatment
- Son of U.S. senator crashes during police pursuit, killing N.D. officeron December 7, 2023 at 4:43 pm
The suspect rammed a cruiser, pushing it onto a Mercer County deputy, whose name has not yet been released
- Son of U.S. senator crashes during police pursuit, killing N.D. officeron December 7, 2023 at 4:43 pm
The suspect rammed a cruiser, pushing it onto a Mercer County deputy, whose name has not yet been released
- Former Md. officer acquitted of murder in shooting of handcuffed man in cruiseron December 7, 2023 at 3:54 pm
Michael Owen Jr.'s defense attorneys held that he was acting in self-defense when he shot William Green in 2020
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