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
The COVID-19 pandemic is evolving rapidly. PORAC will continue to provide our members with updates as new information and resources become available.
We would like to hear from you as well. Please email covid19@porac.org if you have any questions or would like to discuss further how PORAC is working to keep our members healthy and safe in this time of crisis.
What Are People Saying About SB-14 – California’s Anti-Child Sex Trafficking Bill
This legislative session, Senator Shannon Grove (R – Bakersfield) authored Senate Bill 14 – reclassifying child sex trafficking a serious felony in California. With immense bi-partisan support, the bill was […] Read More
PORAC PRESS RELEASE: Largest Statewide Law Enforcement Association in the Nation Responds to President Biden’s Executive Order on Police Reform
President Biden Issues Executive Order, Bringing Some of California’s Landmark Law Enforcement Policies to the Federal Level Read More
Brian Avera Elected To Region IV Executive Committee
On April 15, 2022 nominations for the Region IV Special Election for Executive Committee closed. Today the member elected to the Region IV Executive Committee position was declared. Mr. Brian […] Read More
Introducing PORAC LDF Benefit Plan 6
Limited Open Enrollment ends on March 31, 2022! Enrolling after March 31 will only provide coverage for acts or events occurring after the application date for Plan 6. Read More
United States Senate Unanimously Passes Legislation to Expand Health Care for Veterans Exposed to Burn Pits
Last week, the United States Senate passed S.3541, the Health Care for Burn Pit Veterans Act. The bipartisan bill aims to expand health care for post-9/11 combat veterans, including those […] Read More
Californians Warned to Beware of Illegitimate COVID-19 Testing Sites
An alert was issued on January 25, 2022, warning Californians to beware of fake COVID-19 testing locations and websites. With an increased demand for COVID-19 testing due to the recent […] Read More
California Reopens As State Lifts Most COVID-19 Restrictions
California has fully reopened its economy. This means no more physical distancing, no capacity limits, no county tiers, and relaxed mask guidance. Read More
Governor Newsom Signs SB 95, Authorizing 80-Hour Work Leave For COVID-Related Issues
On Friday, March 19, Governor Newsom signed into law SB 95 that authorizes covered full-time employees to utilize up to 80 hours leave for COVID-related absences, such as the need for self-quarantine and vaccination appointments. Read More
PORAC Press Release – PORAC Provides Primary Sponsorship of Kyle Weatherman for Alsco Uniforms 300 NASCAR Xfinity Series at Las Vegas Motor Speedway
PORAC’s sponsorship of Weatherman for the Alsco Uniforms 300 marks their inaugural partnership with MHR for this event and builds on last year’s show of support for law enforcement professionals at the Homestead-Miami Speedway. Read More
California Law Enforcement Leaders Partner with Senator Anthony Portantino to Introduce S.B. 387, the Law Enforcement Academic and Recruitment Next (LEARN) Act
Today, Senator Anthony Portantino (D – La Cañada Flintridge) introduced SB 387– the Law Enforcement Academic and Recruitment Next (LEARN) Act – sponsored by the Peace Officers Research Association of California (PORAC) and the California Police Chiefs Association (CPCA). The LEARN Act will create increased opportunities to recruit a more diverse pool of prospective officers, require more academic coursework as part of the required training each officer must receive, and provide financial resources for both prospective and current officers to pursue a college education that will help to prepare them for the rigors and adversities inherent to modern-day policing. Read More
PORAC’s Response to the Request to Change Ethics Rules for Prosecutors
On June 1, 2020, a coalition of four current and former District Attorneys sent a letter urging the California State Bar to pass a Rule of Professional Conduct prohibiting prosecutors from accepting political donations from police unions. PORAC strongly opposes the proposed rule. Read More
Merry Christmas from PORAC!
National First Responder COVID-19 Grant Relief Program
The National First Responder COVID-19 Grant Relief Program has been established to provide financial support to first responders and their families in need during the current COVID-19 pandemic. Read More
New Regional Stay Home Order – December 3, 2020
All individuals living in the State of California are currently ordered to stay home or at their place of residence, except for permitted work, local shopping or other permitted errands, or as otherwise authorized. Read More
IRS Unveils “Dirty Dozen” List of Tax Scams For 2020
Americans are urged to be vigilant to these threats during the pandemic and its aftermath. Read More
Governor Newsom Orders California Counties To Shut Down Amidst Rising COVID-19 Cases
California Governor Gavin Newsom rolled-back orders of opening counties across the state during the COVID-19 pandemic due to a sharp rise in cases. Effective July 13, 2020, ALL counties must […] Read More
Newsom announces new coronavirus restrictions ahead of Fourth of July weekend
Governor Gavin Newsom announced new restrictions for 19 counties to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 ahead of the Fourth of July weekend. Certain businesses, including restaurants, wineries and tasting rooms, museums and movie theaters, were ordered to cease indoor operations. Read More
California Reopening: Tracking Progress Across Counties
California is currently in the second stage of Gov. Gavin Newsom’s four-stage plan to gradually reopen the state amid the COVID-19 pandemic. There is no official date for when the third and fourth stages will begin, but some counties are charting their own path to reopening independent of the state’s guidelines. Track each county’s progress here. Read More
Expiration dates for CA county stay-at-home orders
The dates, current as of Thursday, April 13, should be considered tentative since most counties issued them with the caveat that the orders could be extended, amended or rescinded. Check […] Read More