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FOP Presidential Questionnaire 2024
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NATIONAL FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE
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PATRICK YOES
PRESIDENT
JOE GAMALDI
VICE PRESIDENT
JIMMY HOLDERFIELD
SECRETARY
JAMES SMALLWOOD
TREASURER
JOHN HOYT
2ND VICE PRESIDENT
STEVE JAMES
SERGEANT AT ARMS
ROB PRIDE
NAT'L TRUSTEES CHAIRMAN
SCREENING COMMITTEE
PATRICK YOES
PRESIDENT
JIM PASCO
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
JAMES SMALLWOOD
TREASURER
JOHN HOYT
2ND VICE PRESIDENT
MARK NELSON
CHAIRMAN, LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEE
LEGISLATIVE STAFF
JIM PASCO
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
TIM RICHARDSON
SENIOR LEGISLATIVE LIAISON
LAURA GORMALLY
LEGISLATIVE LIAISON
BEN STOKES
LEGISLATIVE LIAISON
DAVID TABOH
LEGISLATIVE LIAISON
THE NATIONAL FOP
EXECUTIVE BOARD
BROTHERS AND SISTERS,
I want to emphasize the crucial importance of our organization making an endorsement in the upcoming
presidential election. The FOP’s endorsement is not just a symbol of our support, but a powerful statement
about the values and priorities we hold dear as the largest law enforcement organization in the nation. Equally
important, it is likely the only national group that allows its members to be part of the selection process.
In this pivotal election, our endorsement can help shape the future of law enforcement in this country. It is a
chance to support leadership that understands and values the critical role we play in maintaining peace and
order. I urge all of you to stay informed, engaged, and united as we move forward in this important decision-
making process. Together, we continue to make a significant impact on the future of our profession and the
safety of our communities.
The evaluation of the candidates for President of the United States is the sole province of the National
Fraternal Order of Police because ONLY the National FOP can ensure that every member in every State and
local lodge is assured the opportunity to participate in this process. This allows the National FOP to speak
with one voice and enhances the value of our endorsement.
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AUGUST 2024
A MESSAGE FROM THE
NATIONAL PRESIDENT
FOP Endorsement Process
The Presidential endorsement process of the National
FOP was formalized by Resolutions adopted by the
membership in August 1995, 1997, 1999, and 2001 at
the respective National Biennial Conferences. The most
recent Standing Resolution of the National FOP provides
that the National President and Vice President appoint a
U.S. Presidential Screening Committee.
It is the responsibility of the Screening Committee to
work with the National Legislative Office to devise a
questionnaire to submit to each “viable presidential
candidate” and request a timely response from their
campaign. These responses will be made available to all
members of the Fraternal Order of Police through state
leadership.
In addition, the Screening Committee will work with the
National Legislative Office to devise follow-up questions,
which will be put to the candidates directly at a face-to-
face meeting with the Screening Committee. Following
this interview, the Screening Committee will meet in
executive session and draft a written report for
distribution to the membership.
Upon the completion of the State Lodge’s process for evaluating the candidates for President, the National
Board of Trustees will consider the report of the Screening Committee at the Fall meeting of the National
Board of Trustees. A formal vote on the endorsement will be taken with each Trustee casting a single vote for
a candidate or for “no endorsement.” A candidate who receives a two-thirds majority of the National Board of
Trustees receives the endorsement of the National FOP.
Clarification and Delays Explained
This election is unique, as we had a clear indication of the presumptive candidates earlier than ever before,
followed by a sudden change in the Democratic candidate late in the process. This has caused delays in
receiving information for the endorsement process.
Our process began with presenting questionnaires to both President Biden and former President Trump.
These questionnaires were designed to gauge each candidate's stance on critical issues affecting law
enforcement and to understand their plans to support our profession. The Trump campaign completed the
questionnaire and scheduled a face-to-face interview, which took place on July 8, 2024.
We were actively working with the Biden campaign to complete the questionnaire and schedule the face-to-
face interview, which would have been completed weeks ago. However, the sudden change from President
Biden to Vice President Harris as the Democratic candidate caused numerous delays. We transmitted the
questionnaire to the Harris campaign and engaged in dialogue toward their submission and interview.
Following a discussion with the Harris campaign, the deadline was extended a final time for an additional five
days. We received their response on August 8th. We are sending these unedited questionnaires for your
consideration. To desseminate this information without further delays, we are doing so without the
completion of a face-to-face meeting with Vice President Harris. Efforts to arrange this meeting are
underway with an update to this electronic document possible.
Each state Lodge will direct their National Trustee to express the wishes of their state membership during a
roll call vote at the start of the National Fraternal Order of Police Fall Board Meeting in Charlotte, NC, on
September 6, 2024. Your input is vital in this process, and we are committed to ensuring that our
endorsement reflects the best interests of our members and our profession. When that decision is made—
and not before—that candidate will receive our full, active, and enthusiastic support.
Thank you for your continued support and dedication to the FOP. Together, we will make a significant impact
on the future of law enforcement.
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Patrick Yoes, National President
National Fraternal Order of Police
Fraternally,
NATIONAL FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE
The following questionnaire, prepared by the National Legislative
Office, is being provided to the Presidential Screening Committee
at the direction of National President Patrick Yoes.
The following is a brief summation of the top legislative priorities
of the National Fraternal Order of Police:
2024 PRESIDENTIAL
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A MODEL QUESTIONNAIRE FOR USE BY STATE AND LOCAL LODGES
Social Security issues: Support H.R. 82/S. 597, the “Social Security
Fairness Act” and Oppose Mandatory Participation in Social Security
The FOP strongly supports the repeal of both the “Windfall Elimination Provision” (WEP) and
the “Government Pension Offset” (GPO). The FOP vehemently opposes legislation which
would mandate participation in Social Security for public employees or new hires who are
currently outside the Social Security system.
Support H.R. 1322/S. 1658, the “Law Enforcement Officers’ Equity
Act”
The FOP strongly supports legislation expanding the definition of “law enforcement officer”
for salary and retirement benefits to include all Federal law enforcement officers.
Support H.R. 3539, the “Public Safety Employer-Employee Cooperation
Act”
The FOP strongly supports legislation which would guarantee the right of public employees
to bargain collectively with their employers over hours, wages, and conditions of
employment. The goal of this legislation is to have each State pass a law providing minimum
collective bargaining rights to their public safety employees, and outlines certain provisions
to be included in those laws. Strikes and lockouts would be prohibited, and States with
collective bargaining laws already on the books will be exempt from any Federal statute.
Support the “State and Local Law Enforcement Discipline,
Accountability and Due Process Act”
The FOP strongly supports a “bill of rights” for law enforcement officers who are, in a
number of jurisdictions, denied their due process rights by police administrators and
management in noncriminal proceedings. There is a need for a minimum level of
procedural protections for law enforcement officers accused of administrative wrongdoing
because of the gravity of potential harm to officers created by this lack of uniform
safeguards.
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EMPLOYEES' RIGHTS
EMPLOYEES' RIGHTS
AND LABOR ISSUES
AND LABOR ISSUES
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SECTION I
SECTION I
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