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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.

PORAC PRESS RELEASE: Largest Statewide Law Enforcement Association in the Nation Responds to President Biden’s Executive Order on Police Reform

Posted on May 25, 2022

President Biden Issues Executive Order, Bringing Some of California’s Landmark Law Enforcement Policies to the Federal Level Read More

California Peace Officers’ Memorial Foundation to Honor California’s Fallen Officers This Sunday and Monday

Posted on April 29, 2022

  Ceremonies will take place Sunday, May 1, and Monday, May 2 Sunday, May 1 Candlelight Vigil 8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. California Peace Officers’ Memorial Monument 10th Street and Capitol Mall – Sacramento At dusk families, friends, community members, and colleagues walk in solidarity to the Memorial Monument to remember and celebrate their fallen heroes.   […] Read More

Brian Avera Elected To Region IV Executive Committee

Posted on April 19, 2022

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 Avera, San Diego POA, has been elected to represent you as one of the Region IV Executive Committee members. Congratulations Executive Committee Member Brian Avera! Read More

Introducing PORAC LDF Benefit Plan 6

Posted on February 23, 2022

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

Posted on February 22, 2022

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 suffering from effects relating to burn pit exposure from Iraq and Afghanistan. The legislation is now headed to the United States House of Representatives before […] Read More

Californians Warned to Beware of Illegitimate COVID-19 Testing Sites

Posted on January 25, 2022

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 spike in cases, scammers are exploiting vulnerable individuals looking to determine whether they have the COVID-19 virus. Read More

California Reopens As State Lifts Most COVID-19 Restrictions

Posted on June 15, 2021

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

Posted on March 24, 2021

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

Posted on March 5, 2021

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

Posted on February 11, 2021

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

Posted on February 8, 2021

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!

Posted on December 25, 2020

National First Responder COVID-19 Grant Relief Program

Posted on December 11, 2020

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

Posted on December 11, 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

Posted on July 21, 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

Posted on July 14, 2020

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 close indoor operations in these sectors: Dine-in restaurants Wineries and tasting rooms Movie theaters  Family entertainment centers (for example: bowling alleys, miniature golf, batting cages […] Read More

Newsom announces new coronavirus restrictions ahead of Fourth of July weekend

Posted on July 1, 2020

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

Posted on June 4, 2020

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

Posted on April 27, 2020

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 county health department web sites for the most current information.  Read More

Cathedral City PD Brings Easter Dinner Home for Seniors

Posted on April 14, 2020

Members of the Cathedral City POA passed out Easter meals to senior citizens in need during the shelter in place order. Read More Read More

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