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
Member Communications
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
2025 POREF Scholarship Grant Application NOW AVAILABLE
NOW ACCEPTING 2025 POREF Scholarship Grant applications! All applications must be submitted electronically through the application link and submitted by the end of day Friday, March 7, 2025. Applications submitted […] 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
New Research Confirms Critical Role of School Resource Officers in Protecting California’s Students on Campus
Research Brief Showcases How School Resource Officers Prevent Threats, Foster Positive Relationships, and Enhance School Safety for Students Read More
California’s Largest Law Enforcement Organization Releases Comprehensive Voter Guide for the 2024 Election
PORAC released its 2024 Election Digital Voter Guide. This guide helps California voters make informed choices by showing which candidates align with PORAC’s mission to improve community safety. Read More
West Coast Law Enforcement Coalition Applauds Advancement of Social Security Fairness Act in Congress
Washington, D.C. – The West Coast Coalition, representing rank-and-file law enforcement officers from California, Washington, Oregon, Hawaii, and Alaska, is celebrating a monumental achievement for public servants across the country […] Read More
Lunch with Tulare DSA
Good evening! Special thanks to Tulare DSA President Matt Rascon and his crew for opening their association doors to me and SSJ Chapter Treasurer Dave Lidgett for a great luncheon. […] Read More
Newly Released 2023 CA DOJ Police Staffing Numbers Confirm California’s Ongoing Shortage of Sworn Officers
Sacramento, CA — Last month, the Peace Officers Research Association of California (PORAC) published a research brief on the current state of law enforcement staffing shortages in California. The brief […] Read More
Greeting Message from Chapter President, Mike
Hey there! Thanks for visiting the SSJ Chapter page of PORAC. I’m Mike Cruz, the newly appointed Chapter President, and I’m here to support and represent my fellow law enforcement […] Read More
SSJ Chapter Endorses Parlier for Kern County BOS
We are excited to announce the South San Joaquin Chapter has endorsed Chris Parlier for District 2 of the Kern County Board of Supervisors. To learn more about Parlier’s commitment […] Read More
Introducing PORAC’s New Vice President
We are pleased to announce that Ben Therriault has been elected as PORAC’s new vice president. He is a sergeant with the Richmond Police Department and has been the Richmond […] Read More
Joint Letter on Retail Theft
On behalf of the California Police Chiefs Association (CPCA) and the Peace Officers Research Association of California (PORAC), we write to respectfully share our concerns with proposed amendments to the […] Read More
PORAC’s Letter to the UC Board of Regents
As a partner in advocating for and maintaining the safety of California university campuses, we are alarmed by the deterioration of peacefully organized protests into violence in recent days. Read More
PORAC’s Letter to CSU Board of Trustees
As a partner in advocating for and maintaining the safety of California university campuses, we are alarmed by the deterioration of peacefully organized protests into violence in recent days. Read More
West Coast Law Enforcement Coalition Returns to D.C. to Advocate for Solutions to Nationwide Recruitment & Retention Challenges
Washington, D.C. – The West Coast Law Enforcement Coalition will be returning to Washington D.C. from Monday, April 29 through Wednesday, May 1, to advocate for commonsense public safety reforms […] Read More
Sponsored by Leading Law Enforcement Orgs, AB 3241 (Pacheco) Proposes Statewide Standards for Police K-9 Programs
Sacramento, CA — Today, Assemblymember Blanca Pacheco introduced Assembly Bill 3241, which sets clear and comprehensive statewide standards for law enforcement K-9 programs. As proud sponsors of AB 3241, the […] Read More
PORAC Proudly Endorses Adam Perez for California Assembly District 50
Adam Perez is a combat Veteran, police detective, school board member, and longtime community leader who will bring his strong values of public service to Sacramento. PORAC is pleased to […] Read More
Symposium 2024 Registration Open Now!
Join us for our 2-day training event with sessions ranging from Duty to Intercede, Assets or Liabilities, Leadership Roundtable, and much more. Don’t miss this great opportunity to participate in […] Read More
Court Grants Temporary Restraining Order Halting Forced Gender Identification Requirements for California Peace Officers
Sacramento, CA – On January 1, 2024, new California Racial and Identity Profiling Act (RIPA) regulations went into effect, forcing peace officers to disclose their own gender identity when reporting […] Read More