Today, the Peace Officers Research Association of California (PORAC) – which represents over 86,000 public safety members and more than 960 associations – announced its endorsements for California Governor: Democrat […] Read More
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73rd Annual Conference Installation Dinner Entertainment Announced
This year we welcome Tom Papa as our entertainment for the Installation Dinner. With more than 20 years as a stand-up comedian, Tom Papa is one of the top comedic […] Read More
What They’re Saying: PORAC Releases Updated Policy Platform
Earlier this month, 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 […] Read More
PORAC Applauds Passage of HALT Fentanyl Act to Combat the Devastating Synthetic Opioid Crisis
Peace Officers Research Association of California (PORAC), the largest statewide law enforcement association in the nation representing over 83,000 public safety professionals and 955 associations, applauds the recent passage of […] Read More
Registration Now Available – 73rd Annual Conference of Members
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Exhibitor Registration Now Available – 73rd Annual Conference of Members
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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 […] Read More
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 […] Read More
PORAC Commends Justice Department’s End to Federal Micromanagement of Local Police Departments
The Peace Officers Research Association of California (PORAC) applauds the U.S. Department of Justice’s (DOJ) decision today to cancel pending consent decrees with police departments and retract findings from other […] Read More
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 […] Read More
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. Read More
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. Read More
HR 82 Frequently Asked Questions
The Social Security Fairness Act (H.R. 82), signed into law on January 5, 2025, marks a historic victory for public servants by eliminating the WEP and GPO. Read More
New Research Highlights Importance of Investing in Mental Health Resources for Law Enforcement
New research brief shedding light on the mental health challenges faced by law enforcement officers and offering actionable solutions to support their well-being. Read More
HR 82 Signed into Law
PORAC proudly attended and celebrated the bill signing of the Social Security Fairness Act (H.R. 82) at the White House. Read More
Newsweek: Social Security Benefits Increased for Some Americans: Here’s Who’s Impacted
The Social Security Fairness Act ends WEP and GPO rules, boosting benefits for millions of public sector retirees like teachers and officers, with average monthly increases of $360 by 2025. Read More
Nation-Leading Racial Profiling Research Expert Says California RIPA Reports Too Flawed to Be Relied Upon
PORAC released a short whitepaper that reveals foundational flaws in the methodology of racial profiling research employed by the California Racial and Identity Profiling Advisory (RIPA) Board. Read More
PORAC Celebrates Monumental Passage of the Social Security Fairness Act
PORAC applauds the historic passage of the Social Security Fairness Act (H.R. 82) by the United States Senate. When signed into law, this legislation will repeal the WEP and GPO. Read More
POREF Open Registration NOW AVAILABLE
FORE! The wait is over – registration is officially open for the 4th Annual POREF Open! You won’t want to miss the exciting things we have planned. See you there! Read More
Celebrating Historic House Passage of Social Security Fairness Act
The West Coast Coalition is proud to celebrate a historic victory for public servants across the country as the Social Security Fairness Act (H.R. 82) passed the House of Representatives. Read More