With the Legislature back in Sacramento, the final month of the 2025-26 Legislative Session is officially underway. Over the next several weeks, lawmakers will negotiate amendments, move bills through the […]
Peace Officers Research Association of California
NDAA Amendments and PSOB Reform Take Center Stage
Law Enforcement-Related Amendments to the NDAA Proposed Every year, the House and Senate set defense authorization levels and policies in the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Because the NDAA is […]
2026 Conference Registration
Registration is officially LIVE! Join us November 19–21 at the Grand Sierra Resort in Reno, NV—we can’t wait to see you there!
Capitol Update: Advocacy Continues During Summer Recess
The final weeks before the July 2 policy committee deadline were among the busiest of the legislative year, as every bill that advanced to the opposite house was required to […]
Congress Advances PTSD, Public Safety, and Housing Legislation
Senate Passage of PTSD Legislation This month, the Senate unanimously passed a package of five law enforcement-related bills, including the PORAC-endorsed Fighting Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Act (S. 825). Led […]
August at the Capitol: The Home Stretch
NDAA Amendments and PSOB Reform Take Center Stage
2026 Conference Registration
Capitol Update: Advocacy Continues During Summer Recess
Congress Advances PTSD, Public Safety, and Housing Legislation
PORAC Chapters
The Supreme Court Vindicates the Second Amendment
The U.S. Supreme Court has reaffirmed that the Second Amendment protects the right to carry a firearm for self-defense throughout the ordinary course of daily life. In Wolford v. Lopez, 609… Read More
More Than a Dog
Across the country, law enforcement agencies are increasingly integrating animal-assisted therapy (AAT) programs into wellness initiatives. What was once viewed as a simple morale booster is now… Read More
National Night Out
On August 4, tens of thousands of law enforcement members across the country, including PORAC members and their local associations throughout California, will participate in National Night Out, a… 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.
Deputy Probation Officer Passes Away Following Recent Cancer Diagnosis
Deputy Probation Officer Vick Mann, a dedicated member of the Sonoma County Probation Department for the past 16 years, was recently diagnosed with an aggressive form of thyroid cancer. Although doctors estimated he had three to six months to live, Vick's cancer progressed rapidly, and he passed away just three weeks later.
Support For Morgan Family
Deputy James Morgan dedicated his life to serving and protecting his community with the San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office. In 2022, while participating in a week-long Mounted Patrol Unit training, James suffered a devastating spinal injury after being thrown from his horse. True to his character, he continued working through the pain until his injuries became too severe to ignore.
Support Deputy Echon with fight with Cancer
For the past 20 years, Gail has proudly served the community through the Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office with professionalism, integrity, and compassion. Beyond the badge, Gail is a devoted husband, father, partner, and friend who has always placed family and service above all else.