New research brief shedding light on the mental health challenges faced by law enforcement officers and offering actionable solutions to support their well-being.
Peace Officers Research Association of California
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.
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.
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.
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!
New Research Highlights Importance of Investing in Mental Health Resources for Law Enforcement
HR 82 Signed into Law
Nation-Leading Racial Profiling Research Expert Says California RIPA Reports Too Flawed to Be Relied Upon
PORAC Celebrates Monumental Passage of the Social Security Fairness Act
POREF Open Registration NOW AVAILABLE
PORAC Chapters
President’s Message
As we embark on a new year, I’m reminded of the unwavering strength that defines PORAC — our strength in unity. This isn’t just a catchphrase; it’s the fundamental principle guiding us… Read More
A Salute to School Resource Officers
February 15 is National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day, an opportunity to recognize the invaluable work of the peace officers devoted to protecting students, schools and their surrounding… Read More
A Cop on the Council
As a lifelong Yucaipa resident and a two-decade veteran of law enforcement, it’s not surprising that Justin Beaver is committed to ensuring the safety of his community. When he learned in 2020 that… Read More
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COVID-19 Information
PORAC continues to advocate for the resources, policies and programs our members need to perform their duties in the safest possible manner.
PORAC HELP
The Hazardous Exposure Listing Program (HELP) allows you to document all exposures that may potentially cause you physical problems years into the future.
PORAC Institute
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Fund a Hero is the in-house fundraising platform of the Peace Officers Research Association of California (PORAC), specifically developed for law enforcement, by law enforcement. It is free to use for PORAC’s members and, unlike other crowdfunding platforms, charges no fees for launching a campaign. PORAC makes no profit from the fundraisers, meaning that 100% of the proceeds go to the officer or family in need.
Support Hanford Police Department Officer Rivera’s Family
On December 8, 2024, Officer Jon Rivera and his four children suffered an unimaginable loss. Their beloved wife and mother, Kellie, was tragically taken from them when her vehicle was struck by a DUI driver. Kellie was a devoted wife of 19 years and a loving mother to their four children, ages 15, 12, 8, and 4.
Donate to Austin Bello’s Neuroendocrine Tumor Battle
Austin Bello, was recently diagnosed with a rare neuroendocrine tumor located in his abdomen (retroperitoneal space). Since the beginning of the year, he has been experiencing a vast amount of symptoms that have been brushed off.