AB 1383, PORAC’s co-sponsored bill with the California Professional Firefighters addressing recruitment and retention challenges in public safety, is advancing. After being introduced last year, the bill passed the Assembly […]
Peace Officers Research Association of California
Public Safety Officers’ Benefits Reform and De-Escalation Policy Update
PSOB Reform Bill Introduced Members of the House and Senate introduced companion bills this month to reform the Public Safety Officers’ Benefits (PSOB) Program. The Officer John Barnes and Chief […]
February Fly-In Recap and Congressional Advocacy
February Fly-In PORAC’s recent trip to Washington, D.C. offered valuable opportunities to share the unique perspectives, needs, and experiences of California peace officers at the federal level. During the first […]
Federal Fallout: ICE Shootings Shift the Conversation in Sacramento
The second year of California’s legislative session is off to a charged start. A pair of fatal shootings by federal immigration agents in Minnesota involving ICE have reignited debates over […]
2026 Session Opens with Momentum at the Capitol
January 5 marked the official start of the 2026 California legislative session, and you can feel the energy in and around the State Capitol. The halls are busy again with […]
AB 1383 Advances to the Senate
Public Safety Officers’ Benefits Reform and De-Escalation Policy Update
February Fly-In Recap and Congressional Advocacy
Federal Fallout: ICE Shootings Shift the Conversation in Sacramento
2026 Session Opens with Momentum at the Capitol
PORAC Chapters
President’s Message
As his friend and colleague for many years, I want to dedicate my president’s message to Grant Ward and write as someone who knew him not just as the steadfast president of the Sheriff’s… Read More
Preview: PORAC Symposium 2026: Leading the Future of Public Safety
The 2026 PORAC Symposium on April 22–23 in Temecula will offer a forward-looking, two-day training experience focused on the evolving realities of public safety. Designed to address the challenges… Read More
D.C. Fly-In
PORAC leaders visited Washington, D.C., to meet with numerous members of California’s congressional delegation and their staff, as well as other key legislators and federal officials, to advocate… 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.
Sergeant Jason Whelen Family Support Fund
On Tuesday, February 24th, Sergeant Jason Whelen of the San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office suffered a medical emergency while on duty. Despite immediate and extensive life-saving efforts, Sergeant Whelen tragically passed away.
Honoring Inspector Estrada – Support his Family
On February 15, 2026, Code Compliance Inspector Humberto Estrada passed away due to health complications. Inspector Estrada served with San Diego Transit Enforcement for the past year, where he was a valued member of the team. He was also a proud member of PORAC, demonstrating his commitment to the law enforcement profession and to supporting his fellow officers.
Honoring Scott Aaron – Support His Family
It is with tremendous heartbreak and sadness that we share the sudden loss of Oxnard Police Department Commander Scott Aaron.