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Why Is Qualified Immunity Important for Peace Officers?

Posted on April 19, 2021

In order to fulfill their oaths to protect and serve in accordance with the expectations, we place on officers to run towards and not away from dangerous situations, qualified immunity grants legal protection for officers who, despite acting in accordance with the law and following their training, are constantly opening themselves up to legal liability. This protection allows officers to make critical split-second decisions without having to stop and think about the possible legal ramifications. Read More

PORAC Responds to Incendiary Protest Comments by Representative Maxine Waters

Posted on April 19, 2021

On the heels of a week-long protest in Minnesota following the tragic death of Daunte Wright and as the trial of former police officer Derek Chauvin for the death of George Floyd continues, California Congresswoman Maxine Waters’ comments urging protesters “to get more confrontational” risk inciting violence and increasing the already deep divide between peace officers and those they serve. Read More

WE NEED YOUR HELP – TELL YOUR LEGISLATORS TO OPPOSE SB 2

Posted on April 1, 2021

ACTION ALERT! You can help to oppose Senate Bill 2 – dangerous legislation that would not only create an unfair and unreliable process for revoking an officer’s license to practice […] Read More

PORAC STATEMENT – Peace Officers Research Association of California Congratulates Newly Appointed California Attorney General

Posted on March 24, 2021

California Governor Gavin Newsom today named current Assemblymember Rob Bonta (D-18) to serve as the state’s new Attorney General to replace former Attorney General Xavier Becerra, who has been selected to serve in the Biden Administration as the Secretary of Health and Human Services. Read More

Governor Newsom Signs SB 95, Authorizing 80-Hour Work Leave For COVID-Related Issues

Posted on March 24, 2021

On Friday, March 19, Governor Newsom signed into law SB 95 that authorizes covered full-time employees to utilize up to 80 hours leave for COVID-related absences, such as the need for self-quarantine and vaccination appointments. Read More

WATCH: PORAC President Brian Marvel’s Appearance On FOX40 News With NASCAR Driver Kyle Weatherman

Posted on March 12, 2021

PORAC President Brian Marvel was interviewed alongside NASCAR Driver Kyle Weatherman on FOX40 News prior to the March 6 Xfinity Series Alsco Uniforms 300 at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. PORAC has teamed up with Kyle Weatherman to support our nation’s law enforcement. Read More

PORAC Press Release – PORAC Provides Primary Sponsorship of Kyle Weatherman for Alsco Uniforms 300 NASCAR Xfinity Series at Las Vegas Motor Speedway

Posted on March 5, 2021

PORAC’s sponsorship of Weatherman for the Alsco Uniforms 300 marks their inaugural partnership with MHR for this event and builds on last year’s show of support for law enforcement professionals at the Homestead-Miami Speedway. Read More

PORAC Insurance & Benefits New LTD Carrier

Posted on February 18, 2021

IMPORTANT NOTICE: PLEASE READ THIS LETTER CAREFULLY REGARDING YOUR LONG-TERM DISABILITY PLAN Read More

California Law Enforcement Leaders Partner with Senator Anthony Portantino to Introduce S.B. 387, the Law Enforcement Academic and Recruitment Next (LEARN) Act

Posted on February 11, 2021

Today, Senator Anthony Portantino (D – La Cañada Flintridge) introduced SB 387– the Law Enforcement Academic and Recruitment Next (LEARN) Act – sponsored by the Peace Officers Research Association of California (PORAC) and the California Police Chiefs Association (CPCA). The LEARN Act will create increased opportunities to recruit a more diverse pool of prospective officers, require more academic coursework as part of the required training each officer must receive, and provide financial resources for both prospective and current officers to pursue a college education that will help to prepare them for the rigors and adversities inherent to modern-day policing. Read More

PORAC’s Response to the Request to Change Ethics Rules for Prosecutors

Posted on February 8, 2021

On June 1, 2020, a coalition of four current and former District Attorneys sent a letter urging the California State Bar to pass a Rule of Professional Conduct prohibiting prosecutors from accepting political donations from police unions. PORAC strongly opposes the proposed rule. Read More

Gov. Newsom Lifts California Stay-At-Home Order

Posted on January 25, 2021

The announcement means that all counties in California revert back to following the county tier system, which loosens restrictions on reopening businesses depending on COVID-19 transmission and hospitalization rates. Read More

STATEMENT – PORAC Responds to Protestors Storming the U.S. Capitol Building

Posted on January 6, 2021

Peace Officers Research Association of California Condemns Violence, Calls for a Return
to Civil Discourse. Read More

Happy New Year From PORAC!

Posted on January 1, 2021

Merry Christmas from PORAC!

Posted on December 25, 2020

National First Responder COVID-19 Grant Relief Program

Posted on December 11, 2020

The National First Responder COVID-19 Grant Relief Program has been established to provide financial support to first responders and their families in need during the current COVID-19 pandemic. Read More

New Regional Stay Home Order – December 3, 2020

Posted on December 11, 2020

All individuals living in the State of California are currently ordered to stay home or at their place of residence, except for permitted work, local shopping or other permitted errands, or as otherwise authorized. Read More

A Message for Colin Kaepernick from Author Michael Smerconish

Posted on December 7, 2020

Michael Smerconish is the Co-Author of Murdered by Mumia: A Life Sentence of Loss, Pain, and Injustice Read More

PORAC Region Election Results

Posted on October 16, 2020

On Monday, Oct. 12, 2020 the final results were recorded for the 2020 Region Elections. Below are the election results for each Region.All positions were uncontested unless noted otherwise. Read More

“A Call For Collaboration On Public Safety Legislation” – A special editorial written by PORAC President Brian Marvel

Posted on October 2, 2020

We know that enacting legislation to restore public trust in law enforcement is an achievable goal, but it requires listening and collaboration. Read More

Governor Newsom Signs SB 1159 To Protect Law Enforcement & Others During COVID-19 Pandemic

Posted on September 29, 2020

Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law SB 1159 on September 17, 2020 that redefines a work “injury” for an employee to include illness or death resulting from COVID-19 under specified circumstances, until January 1, 2023. Read More

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