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@GLFOP @FOPNATIONALNATIONAL FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICELEGISLATIVE NEWS & ACTIVITYNational President Patrick Yoes and Executive Director Jim Pasco joined U.S.Attorney General Merrick B. Garland, Deputy U.S. Attorney General Lisa O. Monaco,Associate U.S. Attorney General Vanita Gupta, and other stakeholder groups at theAttorney General’s quarterly meeting at the U.S. Department of Justice.National President Patrick Yoes attended the National Law Enforcement OfficersMemorial Fund’s board of directors meeting in Washington, D.C.National President Patrick Yoes, Executive Director Jim Pasco, and more than 30other FOP leaders attended a law enforcement technology summit in Scottsdale, AZhosted by Axon.National President Patrick Yoes and Senior Legislative Liaison Tim Richardsonspoke with senior staff members on the House Committee on Ways and Means todiscuss H.R. 82, the “Social Security Fairness Act.” This week, RepresentativeStephen J. Scalise (R-LA), the House Majority Leader, cosponsored H.R. 82,bringing the total number of cosponsors to 300.

@GLFOP @FOPNATIONALNATIONAL FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICEOn the most recent episode of the Blue View Podcast, National President PatrickYoes engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Rick Smith, the CEO ofAxon, to delve into the captivating intersection of technology and public safety.Smith's journey is truly inspiring, driven by personal experiences and a vision for asafer world. With over two decades of experience, Axon has become a leader ininnovative solutions that are reshaping how we approach public safety.LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE WATCH PREVIOUS EPISODESLEGISLATIVE NEWS & ACTIVITY

@GLFOP @FOPNATIONALNATIONAL FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICELEGISLATIVE NEWS & ACTIVITYSenior Legislative Liaison Tim Richardson participated in a bi-weekly conferencecall with his counterpart at the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP)and Assistant U.S. Attorney Jeffrey S. Nestler to discuss the ongoing process toimplement the construction of a National Law Enforcement Accountability Database(NLEAD).Senior Legislative Liaison Tim Richardson and Legislative Liaison David Tabohspoke with staff from the House Committee on Ways and Means regarding H.R. 82,the “Social Security Fairness Act,” in advance of National President Yoes’ call withsenior committee staff.Executive Director Jim Pasco spoke with Deputy U.S. Attorney General Lisa O.Monaco regarding the negative impact that the Office of Personnel Managementwas having on all Federal law enforcement agencies’ ability to recruit and hireadditional officers in addition to the current issues with the Bureau of Alcohol,Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF).Executive Director Jim Pasco spoke with Associate U.S. Attorney General VanitaGupta regarding the ongoing implementation of the National Law EnforcementAccountability Database (NLEAD).Executive Director Jim Pasco spoke with ATF Deputy Director Marvin G. Richardsonregarding the nationwide spike in violent crimes and the ongoing efforts to expandthe use of the National Integrated Ballistic Information Network (NIBIN).Senior Legislative Liaison Tim Richardson spoke with with Anna Kuntz, Director ofPartner Engagement in the Office for State and Local Law Enforcement at the U.S.Department of Homeland Security (DHS), regarding efforts to combat fentanyl inpartnership with State and local law enforcement.

@GLFOP @FOPNATIONALNATIONAL FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICEPresident Joseph R. Biden, Jr. visited an Amtrak train maintenance facility inDelaware to announce $16 billion in new Federal funding that will go towardsinfrastructure improvements along the Northeast Corridor, the busiest passengerrail route in the country.THIS WEEK IN WASHINGTONTHE WHITE HOUSE

@GLFOP @FOPNATIONALNATIONAL FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICEThe House considered and amended two appropriations bills this week: H.R.4820,the “Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related AgenciesAppropriations Act,” and H.R. 4664, the “Financial Services and GeneralGovernment Appropriations Act.” Final votes on these two bills have beenpostponed until the House reconvenes on 13 November.The House has passed seven appropriations bills and is expected to consideranother continuing resolution to avoid a partial government shutdown on 18November.DONATE TO THENATIONAL FOP PACDONATE TO THENATIONAL FOP PACTHIS WEEK IN WASHINGTONTHE U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

@GLFOP @FOPNATIONALNATIONAL FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICETHIS WEEK IN WASHINGTONTHE UNITED STATES SENATEThe Senate considered and voted on numerous nominations this week.

SOCIAL SECURITY FAIRNESS ACTTOP LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIESLAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS’ EQUITY ACTCOLLECTIVE BARGAINING RIGHTSH.R. 132268 COSPONSORSR: 17 D: 51H.R. 82300 COSPONSORSR: 99 D: 201S. 59749 COSPONSORSR: 7 D: 42@GLFOP @FOPNATIONALNATIONAL FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICEH.R. 354PROTECT AND SERVE ACTNOT YET INTRODUCED IN THE SENATEH.R. 74389 COSPONSORSR: 77 D: 1235 COSPONSORSR: 35 D: 0LEOSA REFORM ACTHELPER ACTH.R. 317097 COSPONSORSR: 30 D: 67S. 151413 COSPONSORSR: 3 D: 10MORE RESOURCES BILLS SUPPORTEDS. 14623 COSPONSORSR: 3 D: 0H.R. 353941 COSPONSORSR: 10 D: 31NOT YET INTRODUCED IN THE SENATES. 16581 COSPONSORSR: 1 D: 0

@GLFOP @FOPNATIONALNATIONAL FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICEFOP NEWSROOMNational President Patrick Yoes sent a letter to RepresentativesMcBath, Moore, Ivey, Van Drew, Garcia, and Wagner in support of H.R.6246, the “Eliminate Network Distribution (END) of Child ExploitationAct.”'Shockwaves of emotions' after 4 current and formerLASD employees die by suicide in 24-hour span“During trying times like these it’s important for personnel, regardlessof rank or position, to check on the well-being of other colleagues andfriends” Sheriff Robert Luna said.H.R. 6246, the “Eliminate Network Distribution (END)of Child Exploitation Act.”“This grant is incredibly important because, as we all know, there’snothing that keeps our neighborhoods safe like having more boots onthe ground,” Mayor Jane Castor said.Fla. PD will add 30 new officers thanks to DOJ grantColo. officer found not guilty in death of Elijah McClainThe jury could have convicted Nathan Woodyard on charges of eithermanslaughter or negligent homicide, but it found him not guilty ofboth.Secretary Mayorkas Launches New Office ofHomeland Security StatisticsToday, Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro N.Mayorkas launched the Office of Homeland Security Statistics(OHSS), which will advance the Department’s statistical reporting andanalysis capabilities.

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