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@GLFOP @FOPNATIONALNATIONAL FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE @GLFOP @FOPNATIONALNATIONAL FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICEThe House cosponsors of the “Social Security Fairness Act,” RepresentativesGarret N. Graves (R-LA) and Abigail D. Spanberger (D-VA) are united in an effort touse a House procedure known as a discharge petition to force a vote on H.R. 82. Adischarge petition is a legislative mechanism to move legislation directly to thefloor provided the petition—an actual document—is physically signed by 218Members of the House. Members can begin signing this petition on 10 September—one day after the House returns to session.We are asking that ALL FOP members write or call their Representatives in theHouse and ask them to sign the discharge petition for H. Res. 1410, which is thespecial rule that will send H.R. 82 to the floor. You can also use the Action Centerto send them an email.Act NOW!!! We cannot afford to miss this opportunity to pass the “Social SecurityFairness Act” in the House.Social Security Fairness Act AlertLEGISLATIVE NEWS & ACTIVITYLEGISLATIVE NEWS & ACTIVITY

@GLFOP @FOPNATIONALNATIONAL FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICELEGISLATIVE NEWS & ACTIVITYLEGISLATIVE NEWS & ACTIVITYNational President Patrick Yoes recorded several Blue View podcasts.National President Patrick Yoes worked out of the Steve Young Law EnforcementLegislative Advocacy Center in Washington, D.C.Executive Director Jim Pasco spoke with Heather J. Fong, Assistant Secretary forState Local Law Enforcement and Senior Counselor to the Secretary for LawEnforcement at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, about the possibility ofestablishing an task force on communications and interoperability.Executive Director Jim Pasco spoke with Erika Dinkel-Smith, Special Assistant tothe President for Political Affairs and Senior Labor Advisor, regarding the FOP’sefforts to pass the “Social Security Fairness Act” and repeal the WindfallElimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Offset (GPO) in current law.Senior Legislative Liaison Tim Richardson spoke with staff in the office ofJonathan L. Jackson (D-IL) about potential legislation to create tax deductions orcredits for certain equipment, training, or professional development programs.Executive Director Jim Pasco and Senior Legislative Liaison Tim Richardson held avirtual meeting with staff at the U.S. Department of Labor regarding the upcominginduction of the FOP into the Department’s Century of Service Honor Roll ofAmerican Labor Organizations.National President Patrick Yoes gave numerous media interviews.Executive Director Jim Pasco spoke with Shannon Long, Assistant Director forExternal Affairs with the Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS),about the current and pending objectives of the Office and its programs.Executive Director Jim Pasco remained in continuous communication withoperatives from both the Harris-Walz and Trump-Vance campaigns.

@GLFOP @FOPNATIONALNATIONAL FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICELISTEN & SUBSCRIBE WATCH PREVIOUS EPISODESTHE BLUE VIEW PODCASTThe Federal Communications Commission is an independent Federal agencyoverseen by Congress that regulates interstate and international communicationsby radio, TV, wire, satellite, and cable throughout the United States. The five-member commission is responsible for implementing and enforcingcommunications law and regulation. On this episode of the Blue View Podcast, National FOP President Patrick Yoessits down with FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr, who began his career at the FCCas general counsel and as an aide to a former commissioner. In 2017 then-President Trump appointed him to be a Commissioner, as did President Biden.He’s been unanimously confirmed by the Senate three times. A champion for 5G technology, Commissioner Carr can be credited with leadingmodernization efforts for the FCC’s infrastructure, bolstering those in tower crewjobs, and expanding access to high-speed networks—with a particular interest intelehealth.

@GLFOP @FOPNATIONALNATIONAL FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICEThe House stands in recess until 9 September 2024.THIS WEEK IN WASHINGTONTHE U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

@GLFOP @FOPNATIONALNATIONAL FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICETHIS WEEK IN WASHINGTONTHE UNITED STATES SENATEThe Senate stands in recess until 9 September 2024.

@GLFOP @FOPNATIONALNATIONAL FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICEUPCOMING EVENTS National FOP Fall Board Meeting September 6-7, 2024Charlotte, NC RegistrationLodging National FOP Fall Presidents MeetingSeptember 5, 2024Charlotte, NC RegistrationLodging Collective BargainingOctober 22-24, 2024Las Vegas, NVInformation and RegistrationLabor SummitFebruary 11-12, 2025Las Vegas, NVSave the Date Legal Counselors SeminarFebruary 13-14, 2025Las Vegas, NVSave the Date Officer Wellness SummitFebruary 17-18, 2025Nashville, TNSave the Date Leadership MattersFebruary 19-22, 2025Nashville, TNSave the Date

@GLFOP @FOPNATIONALNATIONAL FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICEFOP NEWSROOMDHS Announces $380 Million in Additional Fundingto Communities Receiving MigrantsToday, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), through theFederal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and U.S.Customs and Border Protection (CBP), announced the allocationof over $380 million through the Shelter and Services Program.The Department of Homeland Security announced finalallocations of nearly $724 million in six Fiscal Year (FY) 2024competitive preparedness grant programs.DHS Announces Funding Allocations for FiscalYear 2024 Preparedness GrantsD.C. officer dies after gun he was trying to retrievefrom storm drain went off“Wayne David is a true hero to the District of Columbia, andtoday he gave his life to serve the visitors and the residentshere,” Executive Assistant Chief Jeffery Carroll said.Patrick Yoes National President of the Fraternal Order of Police,announced today that President Donald J. Trump accepted aninvitation to address the FOP’s National Board of Trustees attheir fall meeting in Charlotte, North Carolina.President Donald J. Trump to Address FOP’sNational Board'DEA Delays Marijuana Rescheduling Decision UntilAfter The ElectionThe Drug Enforcement Administration has scheduled a hearingon the Biden administration’s proposal to reclassify marijuanaunder federal drug laws, effectively delaying the decision untilafter the November election.

SOCIAL SECURITY FAIRNESS ACTTOP LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIESLAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS’ EQUITY ACTCOLLECTIVE BARGAINING RIGHTSH.R. 132288 COSPONSORSR: 23 D: 65H.R. 82325 COSPONSORSR: 115 D: 210S. 59762 COSPONSORSR: 13 D: 49@GLFOP @FOPNATIONALNATIONAL FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICEH.R. 354PROTECT AND SERVE ACTH.R. 743116 COSPONSORSR: 100 D: 1643 COSPONSORSR: 43 D: 0LEOSA REFORM ACTHELPER ACTH.R. 3170142 COSPONSORSR: 46 D: 96S. 151425 COSPONSORSR: 7 D: 18MORE RESOURCES BILLS SUPPORTEDS. 14627 COSPONSORSR: 7 D: 0H.R. 353964 COSPONSORSR: 12 D: 52NOT YET INTRODUCED IN THE SENATES. 16583 COSPONSORSR: 2 D: 1S. 425815 COSPONSORSR: 15D: 1

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