PORAC 2025 Policy Platform

Today, the Peace Officers Research Association of California (PORAC) – which represents over 83,000 public safety members and more than 955 associations – released its updated Policy Platform to serve […]

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PORAC Opposes SB 627, Dubbed the “No Secret Police Act,” Citing Risks to Officers and Community Safety

Yesterday, California State Senators Scott Wiener of San Francisco and Jesse Arreguín of Oakland introduced Senate Bill 627, which if passed will prohibit law enforcement at the local, state and […]

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KCRA 3: Women are still underrepresented in law enforcement. An effort is underway to change that

KCRA 3: Women are still underrepresented in law enforcement. An effort is underway to change that

During Women’s History Month, PORAC President Brian Marvel discussed efforts to boost recruitment and retention of women in law enforcement, with 49 California agencies aiming for 30% female officers by […]

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Research Demonstrates Importance of Supporting Female Representation in Law Enforcement

Research Demonstrates Importance of Supporting Female Representation in Law Enforcement

PORAC’s latest brief highlights the urgent need to break down barriers for women in law enforcement and build a more inclusive, effective public safety workforce.

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California’s Leading Law Enforcement Associations Announce New Legislation to Improve Analysis of Bias in Policing

California’s Leading Law Enforcement Associations Announce New Legislation to Improve Analysis of Bias in Policing

California law enforcement groups support A.B. 284 to improve RIPA by refining data collection, adding peer review, and ensuring balanced representation for more accurate, actionable analysis of bias in policing.

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PORAC 2025 Policy Platform
PORAC Opposes SB 627, Dubbed the “No Secret Police Act,” Citing Risks to Officers and Community Safety
KCRA 3: Women are still underrepresented in law enforcement. An effort is underway to change that
Research Demonstrates Importance of Supporting Female Representation in Law Enforcement
California’s Leading Law Enforcement Associations Announce New Legislation to Improve Analysis of Bias in Policing

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Deputy Sheriff Joe Amezquita’s 2 year old daughter, Kinzley diagnosed with Leukemia

Deputy Sheriff Joe Amezquita’s 2 year old daughter, Kinzley diagnosed with Leukemia

The Sonoma County Deputy Sheriffs’ Association is reaching out to ask for your support of Deputy Sheriff Joe Amezquita’s daughter, Kinzley. Kinzley is a vibrant 2-year-old girl who was recently diagnosed with leukemia.

Deputy Cristina Buckovic diagnosed with Leukemia

Deputy Cristina Buckovic diagnosed with Leukemia

Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Cristina Buckovic has been diagnosed with leukemia. Cristina has proudly served the Sheriff’s Office for 12 years and is currently assigned to the Training Division as a Recruit
Training Officer (RTO).

Fallen Officer Samuel Riveros

Fallen Officer Samuel Riveros

On May 31, 2025, Officer Riveros was shot and killed during an intense gun battle with an armed suspect while attempting to rescue another injured police officer.

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