The 2017 Conference of Members was held November 16 to 19 at the Marriott Marquis San Diego, hosted by Region III and chaired by Executive Directors Marshall McClain and Anthony Sanders. Five hundred fifty-three delegates representing 140 associations received important updates on the organization’s activities and member benefits, attended training, networked with colleagues, met with vendors, voted on bylaws and elected executive officers. Read More
Capitol Beat – The Reducing Crime and Keeping California Safe Act
Two of the 10 most dangerous cities in the nation are in California — yet we continue to see criminal justice reforms being passed that lessen sentences, allow for early release and put public safety at risk. Read More
Federal Legislation – Washington Races to Pass Legislation
November was a busy month in Congress as lawmakers tried to pass legislation before the Thanksgiving recess. The biggest focus was on tax reform, but legislators and the Trump Administration also devoted significant time to the ongoing opioid abuse epidemic and the federal response. Read More