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’s Letter to AG Rob Bonta Regarding Recent Firearms Data Breach
There was a leak Tuesday afternoon of sensitive personal information through the California DOJ’s Firearms Dashboard Portal, Assault Weapon Registry, Handguns Certified for Sale, Dealer Record of Sale, Firearms Certificate […] Read More
California Law Enforcement Sponsors Kyle Weatherman’s #92 Camaro in the LS Tractor 200 at the Phoenix Raceway
On Saturday, March 12th, a coalition of California law enforcement organizations came together to partner with Wolfpack Racing as the primary sponsors of the #92 Chevrolet Camaro driven by Kyle […] Read More
Recall of LADA George Gascon Officially Underway, Petitions Available for Download
To qualify, the recall must collect 566,857 signatures from registered Los Angeles County voters. The deadline for submission to the Registrar is July 6, 2022. If successful, the recall would […] 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
Enter The C.O.P.S. Lucky Ladder Drop For Your Chance To Win Big Money!
Try your luck in the Lucky Ladder Drop! 500 numbered balls will be dropped from the top of Mid-County’s fire truck ladder on Wednesday, June 9, 2021. Read More
Together We Honor California’s 2020 Fallen Officers With A Moment Of Silence
At precisely 10:30 a.m., PORAC will take a moment of silence remotely to honor the officers who lost their lives in the line of duty. Please join us in this shared moment as you watch the video above. Read More
PORAC’s Statement on Guilty Verdict in Trial of Former Officer Derek Chauvin
Today, a jury in Minnesota found former officer Derek Chauvin guilty on all three counts of second-degree murder, third-degree murder and culpable negligence for the killing of George Floyd in May of last year in 10 hours of deliberation. Read More
PORAC STATEMENT – Peace Officers Research Association of California Congratulates Newly Appointed California Attorney General
California Governor Gavin Newsom today named current Assemblymember Rob Bonta (D-18) to serve as the state’s new Attorney General to replace former Attorney General Xavier Becerra, who has been selected to serve in the Biden Administration as the Secretary of Health and Human Services. 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
WATCH: PORAC President Brian Marvel’s Appearance On FOX40 News With NASCAR Driver Kyle Weatherman
PORAC President Brian Marvel was interviewed alongside NASCAR Driver Kyle Weatherman on FOX40 News prior to the March 6 Xfinity Series Alsco Uniforms 300 at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. PORAC has teamed up with Kyle Weatherman to support our nation’s law enforcement. 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
Gov. Newsom Lifts California Stay-At-Home Order
The announcement means that all counties in California revert back to following the county tier system, which loosens restrictions on reopening businesses depending on COVID-19 transmission and hospitalization rates. Read More
Merry Christmas from PORAC!
Governor Newsom Signs SB 1159 To Protect Law Enforcement & Others During COVID-19 Pandemic
Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law SB 1159 on September 17, 2020 that redefines a work “injury” for an employee to include illness or death resulting from COVID-19 under specified circumstances, until January 1, 2023. Read More
PORAC PRESS RELEASE: PORAC Responds to Shooting of Two Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Deputies
The political climate surrounding law enforcement has taken a disturbing turn as two Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Deputies were nearly assassinated by a lone gunman Saturday night at a local Metro station, adding to the litany of ambushes of police officers in 2020. Read More
PORAC PRESS RELEASE: California Legislature Passes Several Public Safety Bills
SB 731 Unable to Achieve Enough Support to Advance, Others Bills Stalled Due to Time Constraints Read More
PORAC PRESS RELEASE: California Law Enforcement Unites to Call for a Collaborative, Holistic Approach to Public Safety Legislation
SB 731 and SB 776 Need More Time to be Vetted, Researched and Amended to Ensure the Best Outcome
for Californians. Read More