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Message WASHINGTON WATCHN A T I O N A L F R A T E R N A L O R D E R O F P O L I C E W E E K L Y U P D A T E | 3 0 M A Y 2 0 2 5L E G I S L A T I V E U P D A T EJIM PASCOPATRICK YOES THE VOICE OF OUR NATION'S LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERSExecutive DirectorNational President- Subscribe to the FOP’s Weekly Update - CONGRESS IN RECESS THIS WEEK INOBSERVANCE OF MEMORIAL DAY WE HONOR AND MOURN THOSE WHOFELL IN SERVICE TO THEIR COUNTRY

@GLFOP @FOPNATIONALNATIONAL FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICELEGISLATIVE NEWS & ACTIVITYPatrick Yoes, National President of the Fraternal Order of Police, applauded last week’sintroduction of H.R. 3226, the “Law Enforcement Officers’ Equity Act,” a top legislativepriority for the FOP. This legislation was introduced by Representatives Andrew R.Garbarino (R-NY), Gerald E. Connolly (D-VA), and Brian K. Fitzpatrick (R-PA).This legislation would provide all Federal law enforcement officers with 6(c) retirementbenefits and the ability to retire after 20 years of service after the age of 50 or after 25years of service at any age. If enacted, thousands of officers serving in agencies within theU.S. Departments of Defense and Veterans Affairs, as well as those employed by the FBIPolice, U.S. Postal Service, Federal Protective Service, National Institute of Health, U.S. Mintand the Bureau of Engraving and Printing will receive the same enhanced benefits as theirFederal law enforcement counterparts.We are asking all current and retired (covered and noncovered) Federal Law EnforcementOfficers and those that have ever worked in Federal Law Enforcement to please take thesurvey. This will help answer the questions we are being asked from Congress about theLEO Equity Act. The last day to complete the survey is June 6, 2025.Please find the link to the survey here.You can find the FOP’s Press Release about this issue linked here. LEGISLATIVE NEWS & ACTIVITYLEO Equity Act Introduced in theHouse! Please help us gather information on Federal retirement by completing thesurvey below

@GLFOP @FOPNATIONALNATIONAL FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICELEGISLATIVE NEWS & ACTIVITYLEGISLATIVE NEWS & ACTIVITYExecutive Director Jim Pasco spoke with Gregory Heeb, with the Federal Bureau ofInvestigation’s (FBI) staff in their Washington D.C. headquarters, about our collaborationplans.Executive Director Jim Pasco participated in several media interviews about officersassaulted and killed in the line of duty, as well as H.R. 1, the “One Big Beautiful Bill.”National President Patrick Yoes had numerous calls with the media. National President Patrick Yoes had a membership meeting with Philadelphia Lodge #5to discuss the implementation of H.R. 82, the “Social Security Fairness Act,” as well asH.R. 1551, the “Protect and Serve Act.”Executive Director Jim Pasco spoke with Terrence M. Cunningham, Deputy ExecutiveDirector of the International Association of Chiefs of Police, about collaboration onOffice of Community Oriented Policing Services and Office of Justice Programmingfunding for State and local law enforcement.Executive Director Jim Pasco spoke with Jim Goyer, Director of the White House Officeof Public Liaison, and Alex Flemister, Director of Strategic Initiatives in the Office ofPublic Liaison, about pending nominations as well as ongoing clarifications aboutrelevant Executive Orders and legislation.

@GLFOP @FOPNATIONALNATIONAL FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICELISTEN & SUBSCRIBE WATCH PREVIOUS EPISODESTHE BLUE VIEW PODCASTIn this special edition of The Blue View, National FOP President Patrick Yoes brings attention to anoften overlooked issue: the health and wellness of law enforcement officers. As we recognizeNational Police Week, Stroke Awareness Month, and Blood Pressure Education Month, this timelyconversation highlights the urgent need to support the cardiovascular and brain health of thosewho serve and protect.Pat is joined by two distinguished experts from the American Heart Association, Dr. EduardoSanchez, Chief Medical Officer for Prevention, and Dr. Mitch Elkind, Chief Science Officer for BrainHealth and Stroke. Together, they discuss:The unique health risks facing law enforcement officersSteps officers can take to protect their heart and brain healthA groundbreaking partnership between the American Heart Association and the Fraternal Orderof PoliceHow wellness on and off duty can save lives

@GLFOP @FOPNATIONALNATIONAL FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICETHIS WEEK IN WASHINGTONTHE U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVESThe House stands in recess until 3 June.

@GLFOP @FOPNATIONALNATIONAL FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICEThe Senate stands in recess until 2 June.THIS WEEK IN WASHINGTONTHE UNITED STATES SENATE

@GLFOP @FOPNATIONALNATIONAL FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICEFOP NEWSROOMSanctuary Jurisdictions Defying FederalImmigration LawExecutive Order 14287: Protecting American Communities fromCriminal Aliens requires that a list of states and localjurisdictions that obstruct the enforcement of Federalimmigration laws (sanctuary jurisdictions) be published.Yoes expressed strong support for two provisions in the bill, atax deduction for overtime pay and an increase in the stateand local tax (SALT) deductions, which the FOP said areimportant to the rank-and-file members of the 377,000-member organization. National Police Union signals strong support forPresident Trump’s ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’H.R. 2189, the “Law Enforcement Innovate to De-Escalate Act.”National President Patrick Yoes sent a letter toRepresentatives Fitzgerald and Correa in support of H.R.2189, the “Law Enforcement Innovate to De-Escalate Act." H.R. 3398, the “Aaron Salter, Jr. Responsible BodyArmor Possession Act.”National President Patrick Yoes sent a letter toRepresentatives Kennedy and Johnson in support of H.R.3398, the “Aaron Salter, Jr. Responsible Body ArmorPossession Act.”Strong Praise from FOP for Pro-Labor Provisions inthe “One Big Beautiful Bill Act”Today, Patrick Yoes, National President of the Fraternal Order ofPolice, stated: “The ‘One Big Beautiful Bill Act’ is more thanlegislation—it is a promise kept to the public safety officers acrossthe country and a bold step toward an economy that respects,rewards, and uplifts the people who keep it safe.”

TOP LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIESLAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS’ EQUITY ACTCOLLECTIVE BARGAINING RIGHTS@GLFOP @FOPNATIONALNATIONAL FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICEH.R. 2243PROTECT AND SERVE ACTH.R. 155165 COSPONSORSR: 52 D: 1318 COSPONSORSR: 17 D: 1LEOSA REFORM ACTHELPER ACTH.R. 209464 COSPONSORSR: 26 D: 38S. 97818 COSPONSORSR: 6 D: 12MORE RESOURCES BILLS SUPPORTEDS. 6798 COSPONSORSR: 8 D: 0S. 16716 COSPONSORSR:16D: 0H.R. 150530 COSPONSORSR: 5 D: 25S. 6361 COSPONSORSR: 0 D: 1H.R. 32266 COSPONSORSR: 3 D: 3NOT YET INTRODUCED IN THE SENATE

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@GLFOP @FOPNATIONALNATIONAL FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICEDONATE TO THENATIONAL FOP PACPOLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEEWhether it be Members of Congress or a President of the United States, when they seek toengage in meaningful conversation on issues pertaining to criminal justice or lawenforcement, they partner with the National Fraternal Order of Police. We are known andtrusted to fight for the interests of our members, which makes the FOP a vital ally on policingand criminal justice issues.The National Fraternal Order of Police Political Action Committee (NFOP PAC) needs yourhelp! Our PAC plays an important role in our advocacy program and allows the FOP tosupport candidates who support our members and our profession. Given the importance ofthe PAC, it is vital that our PAC is as well-funded as possible.WE ARE ASKING ALL FOP MEMBERS TO FIND A WAY TOCONTRIBUTE TO THE NATIONAL FOP PAC

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