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Statement From National FOP President Patrick Yoes On The Status Of Criminal Justice Reform Efforts

WASHINGTON, DC - The Fraternal Order of Police took the initiative and began participating in good faith discussions on criminal justice reform more than a year ago. We have spent countless hours working with Members of Congress from both parties, in the House and in the Senate, to draft legislation that would improve policing in the United States while preserving the protections so critically important to officers on the street. Unfortunately, given the politics of the moment, we seem to be ...

Officers Shot And Killed In 2021

The National Fraternal Order of Police reports that as of midnight on July 31, there have been 185 officers shot so far in 2021, 35 of whom were killed by gunfire. There have been 52 ambush-style attacks on law enforcement officers this year (+126% from 2020 YTD), which have resulted in 67 officers shot, 17 of whom were killed. The number of ambush-style attacks on law enforcement does not account for ambushstyle attacks that resulted in no officers being shot. Ful...

FOP2 Holds Back To School Event

On Saturday July 31, Phoenix Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 2 held the back to school event. This event with the support of the community, the Phoenix Police Department and volunteers was able to host over 50 student ranging from elementary to high school. The Back to School event supports those who live in the area. It was an exciting time to hear the students dreams from Astronaut, Truck Driver to a Forensic Scientist. We wish them all the best in their futures. A special ...

Honoring The Heroes Who Defended Our Republic

WASHINGTON, DC - Patrick Yoes, National President of the Fraternal Order of Police, applauded the news that President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. signed H.R. 3325 into law, awarding Congressional Gold Medals to the U.S. Capitol Police (USCP) and the Washington, D.C. Metropolitan Police (MPD) officers for their heroic actions on January 6, 2021, in defense of the U.S. Capitol and the people inside. “The valiant actions of the men and women of the U.S. Capitol Police and the D.C. Metropolitan Police...

Statement From National FOP President Patrick Yoes On The Disgraceful Comments By Greg Kelly On Officer Mike Fanone

Statement from National FOP President Patrick Yoes WASHINGTON, DC - I was sickened and disgusted by the recent attacks on cops staged by Greg Kelly, a former journalist and now talking head for Newsmax. His recent segment with Julie Kelly questions the character and upbringing of Washington, D.C. Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) Officer Michael Fanone in a remarkable way. They suggest that Officer Fanone responded to a full-blown attack on the U.S. Capitol and Members of Congress and then...

PSPRS MEMBERS ONLY PORTAL CHANGES FOR ACTIVE MEMBERS

PSPRS will be changing the Members Only site to create easier access and improved security for active contributing members of PSPRS, CORP and EORP. New registration required September 8, however retirees will not be affected. The change will allow all active members of all plan tiers to access their contribution records and account information through a single portal. This change takes effect Wednesday, September 8, 2021, and the required account reset is part of PSPRS’ continuing e...

PHOENIX PD IS HIRING!

The phoenix Police Department is now offering incentives for you to come to work. Now if is the time to join the team protecting the community. Some of the offers they have rolled out include: Hiring Bonus for Police Recruits - $7,500 $2,500 upon initial hire. $2,500 on successful completion of the Phoenix Regional Police Academy. $2,500 on successful completion of the Probationary period as a Police Officer. Hiring Bonus for Lateral Police Officers - $7,500 $3,750 upon swearing...