Indianapolis Fraternal Order of Police #86

“Late tonight, in a Historic Monumental Accomplishment for the Fraternal Order of Police, the Social Security Fairness Act overwhelmingly Passed the United States Senate (76-20) and is on its way to the President’s desk for his signature. President Joe Biden is expected to sign the measure into law.

This is a 40 year long initiative to right the wrong done to our nation’s law enforcement officers which penalized Social Security benefits by up to 60% simply because they chose a career to serve and protect their communities.

We want to thank our National FOP President Patrick Yoes for his tenacity and leadership in achieving this accomplishment on behalf of our nearly 400,000 members.

Most importantly, we want to thank our Active and Retired Officers who did their part in faithfully serving their communities.

These members also did their part in this fight by contacting their legislators and making clear they must Stop the Steal.

Suffice to say, this will have a tremendous impact on the benefits and supplementary income of our members.

Our Indy FOP attended a Rally at the U.S. Capitol and stood the line on behalf our members and their families.

President-Elect Donald Trump engaged in this process and we thank him for his support to help get this legislation passed.

We also want to thank Senator Mike Braun (IN) for his support of this measure and his communication and leadership during the process.

Regretfully, Senator Todd Young (IN) chose to stand in opposition to the Bill against the wishes of nearly 14,000 rank and file Indiana police officers and their families. Cops will Remember this…”

-Rick Snyder, President

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May Legislative Updates
05/15/25 - Massachusetts Municipal Police Coalition

General Membership Meeting Raffle
05/01/25 - Saint Louis Police Officers Association
Members, At last night’s General Membership meeting, a drawing was held for a $2,000 attendance prize. The drawing included the name of every active member of the SLPOA, but you had to be present to win. Member David McKay’s name was selected, but he was not present, so the $2,000 attendance prize will be carried over to next month's meeting.

Texas Hold 'Em Tournament Postponed
04/17/25 - Saint Louis Police Officers Association
Members, The Texas Hold ‘Em Tournament that was scheduled for this Friday, April 18, 2025, at the SLPOA Hall has been postponed. Details about the rescheduled date will be announced later.

SLPOA Endorsements for City Municipal Elections
04/07/25 - Saint Louis Police Officers Association
Tomorrow is election day for municipal races in St. Louis. SLPOA does not have an endorsed candidate for the Mayoral election, but we are encouraging all of our members who live in the city to please consider voting for Donna Baringer for Comptroller.

April 2025 Gendarme
04/07/25 - Saint Louis Police Officers Association
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Police Control Bill Signing
03/24/25 - Saint Louis Police Officers Association
Members, Governor Mike Kehoe will be at the SLPOA Hall on Thursday, March 27, 2025, at 10am to sign HB495 returning control of the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department to a Governor-appointed board of police commissioners. Also scheduled to be in attendance is Senator Nick Schroer, Senator Travis Fitzwater and the bill’s sponsor, Representative Brad Christ.

NCAA College Basketball Bracket Challenge
03/14/25 - Saint Louis Police Officers Association
***REMINDER*** ***REMINDER*** ***REMINDER*** The deadline to join the SLPOA Bracket Challenge is Thursday March 20th at 12:15pm. SLPOA is hosting an NCAA college basketball bracket challenge. There is a $20 entry fee that will be used to raise money for our Member Relief, Community Outreach and Donation Fund and for prizes for the winning bracket. Any member can join the challenge by following the link below. Brackets will not be available until next week, but sign-up is available now.

Hall is Open
03/12/25 - Saint Louis Police Officers Association
The SLPOA Hall is opening at 4pm for those that are interested in celebrating the passage of HB495 returning control of the Police Department to a Governor appointed Board of Police Commissioners.

HB 495
03/12/25 - Saint Louis Police Officers Association
Members, Today the Missouri Legislature passed HB495 returning the SLMPD to a Governor appointed Board of Police Commissioners. We anticipate the Governor will sign the bill into law in the coming weeks. Stay tuned for more details.

Social Security Fairness Act Q&A & Update
03/03/25 - Pennsylvania State Lodge FOP

The Social Security Fairness Act represents a significant step forward in addressing long-standing inequities in the Social Security system. This legislation repeals two unfair provisions in the Social Security Code, the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and the Government Pension Offset (GPO), which have disproportionately impacted public safety officers and other government employees.

ACT 111 ALERT
03/03/25 - Pennsylvania State Lodge FOP

On behalf of over 50,000 active and retired Police Officers, State Troopers and Firefighters across Pennsylvania, the Fraternal Order of Police, Pennsylvania State Lodge, the Pennsylvania State Troopers Association, and the Pennsylvania Professional Fire Fighters Association ask that you strongly oppose recently introduced legislation that will cause grave harm to Pennsylvania’s heroes and their families.

Steve Butz Senate Campaign Kickoff
02/18/25 - Saint Louis Police Officers Association

Please join us in supporting Steve Butz as he kicks off his campaign for State Senate. Steve was the only city State Rep. to vote in favor of returning the Department to a governor-appointed Police Board in the House this session. The event is today, 5:30 pm at Bartolino’s located at 2103 Sulphur Ave. St. Louis, MO 63139.

New Poll on the Website
02/17/25 - Saint Louis Police Officers Association
SLPOA is conducting a poll on our website for active members regarding officer wellness. The poll is open until Wednesday at noon.

Letter to Legislators
02/06/25 - Saint Louis Police Officers Association
Members, SLPOA is asking all of its members to reach out to your Missouri state legislators in Jefferson City and express your support for a return to a Governor-appointed Police Board made up of local citizens. The link below will allow you to enter your address to identify your legislators if you are not familiar with them.

Online Poll of Active Members
02/04/25 - Saint Louis Police Officers Association
SLPOA is conducting an online poll of membership concerning control of the police department. SLPOA is asking any active member to please log in and participate in the poll by accessing the online voting tab located on the left side column of the homepage. The Poll is open until Noon tomorrow.

Latest Issue of the Gendarme
01/28/25 - Saint Louis Police Officers Association
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Labor Committee Meetings
01/21/25 - Saint Louis Police Officers Association
Members, The Labor Committee is holding two upcoming meetings to seek input from membership concerning provisions that are important to officers as we begin our negotiations for our successor collective bargaining agreement. The meetings will be held at the SLPOA Hall on Tuesday, January 28th at 10am and on Thursday, January 30th at 4pm.

Wage Reopener Vote Results
01/20/25 - Saint Louis Police Officers Association

Members, Voting has closed for the wage reopener with the results totaling 247 in favor and 100 against. The results are available under the online voting tab. Thank you to everyone who took the time to vote.

Online Voting Closes Tomorrow
01/19/25 - Saint Louis Police Officers Association
Members, This is a reminder that online voting for the wage negotiations for Police Officers and Sergeants ends tomorrow, Monday, January 20th at 12pm. If you updated your account or you are waiting to be granted access to the website, please check your email or login to your account. All valid accounts have been activated.

Special General Membership Meeting
01/14/25 - Saint Louis Police Officers Association
Members, The SLPOA Negotiating Team has reached a tentative agreement for our wage reopener. There will be a special General Membership meeting tomorrow, Wednesday, January 15th at the SLPOA hall at 6pm to present the details and discuss the offer.

Social Security Fairness Act Signed into Law
01/07/25 - El Paso Municipal Police Officers' Association

On January 5, 2025, President Biden signed into law the Social Security Fairness Act (H.R. 82), which will restore the Social Security benefits of millions of public servants

PCDS Guild Contract Expiration Press Release
01/07/25 - Pierce County Deputy Sheriff's Independent Guild
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January Police Veteran's Meeting is Canceled
01/06/25 - Saint Louis Police Officers Association
Fellow Veterans, Due to weather conditions (and an uptick in respiratory infections), the SLPVA meeting scheduled for this coming Wednesday, the 8th of January 2025, is canceled. See you in February.

Social Security Fairness Act Signed into Law
01/06/25 - Saint Louis Police Officers Association
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No General Membership Meeting This Month
11/26/24 - Saint Louis Police Officers Association
Members, There will be no General Membership meeting this month due to a conflict with Guns & Hoses. Please ignore any automated reminder messages sent by this website.

Social Security Fairness Act
11/12/24 - Saint Louis Police Officers Association
Brothers and Sisters, We are on the verge of passing H.R. 82, the “Social Security Fairness Act,” in the House next week—perhaps as early as Tuesday! But let me be clear—our opponents are DETERMINED to stop us.

PCDS Guild Congratulates and Welcomes Sheriff Keith Swank
11/08/24 - Pierce County Deputy Sheriff's Independent Guild
For Immediate Release: November 8, 2024 Pierce County Deputy Sheriff's Independent Guild Congratulates and Welcomes Keith Swank as the next Sheriff of Pierce County The Guild is looking forward to working collaboratively with Sheriff Keith Swank and his new administration to implement a more effective Sheriff's Department.

***Reminder - Tom Burgoon Fundraiser This Saturday***
10/30/24 - Saint Louis Police Officers Association

Sept. - Oct. 2024 Gendarme
10/29/24 - Saint Louis Police Officers Association
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FOP Election Endorsements
10/25/24 - Saint Louis Police Officers Association
MISSOURI FOP ENDORSEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS 2024 ELECTION CYCLE US Senate Josh Hawley US Representative District 2 – Ann Wagner District 4 – Mark Alford District 6 – Sam Graves District 8 – Jason Smith Missouri Statewide Races Governor – Mike Kehoe Lt.

Wage Reopener Negotiations
10/22/24 - Saint Louis Police Officers Association
Members, The SLPOA bargaining team met with the City’s team today to discuss our wage reopeners for Police Officers and Sergeants. The City was not prepared to counter our offer. We have another meeting scheduled for November 13, 2024.

2024 Endorsements
10/21/24 - El Paso Municipal Police Officers' Association

Union meeting tonight
10/16/24 - Duluth Police Local #807
Don't forget tonight's union meeting! Jeremy O'Connors position for secretary/treasurer is up for re-election and Meghann Jones president position is open, she will not be seeking another term. A zoom link has been sent out for the meeting. If you have not received it please reach out to a board member.

Memorial Fund Fundraiser
10/15/24 - Saint Louis Police Officers Association

Rest in Peace Officer Lee
09/22/24 - Saint Louis Police Officers Association

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our brother, Officer David Lee. Officer Lee died in the line of duty when he was struck by a vehicle while working a traffic accident on the highway. We would like to extend our heartfelt condolences to his family. Please keep his family, friends and his SLMPD family in your prayers.

Tom Burgoon Charity Event
09/20/24 - Saint Louis Police Officers Association

Re-Elect Mike Frederick for Pension Trustee
08/28/24 - Saint Louis Police Officers Association

June - August 2024 Gendarme
08/27/24 - Saint Louis Police Officers Association
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Ladies' Wine Night!
08/25/24 - Whatcom County Deputy Sheriff's Guild
The Guild Benevolent Committee has voted to host its first appreciation event for the ladies of the WCDSG. We want the opportunity to bring all the wives and significant others together and show them how much their support of their LE half means to us all.

1st Responder Special Offer - CITY2
08/17/24 - Saint Louis Police Officers Association

Members, St. Louis City SC has reached out to SLPOA to extend a special offer to our members to attend a CITY2 game on Sunday, October 6, 2024, for $10 per ticket. Details are below. Additional Information about the event: CITY2 is the minor league affiliate of St.

SLPOA Board Election
08/13/24 - Saint Louis Police Officers Association

Ferguson Police Officer Seriously Injured
08/10/24 - Saint Louis Police Officers Association
Officer Travis Brown of the Ferguson Police Department (former St. Louis County Police Officer) was assaulted last night at a protest in Ferguson. Officer Brown has not woken up since the assault and had brain surgery last night. Unfortunately the assault had not been reported by the press.

Don't Forget to Vote
08/05/24 - Saint Louis Police Officers Association
***Reminder*** ***Reminder*** ***Reminder*** Election Day is tomorrow. Don't forget to pull a Republican ballot and vote for: Governor – Mike Kehoe Lt.

SLPOA Executive Board Elections
08/01/24 - Saint Louis Police Officers Association
Attention All Active Members The filing of a petition of candidacy for the upcoming SLOPA elections are from August 1st, up to and including August 7th.

St. Louis County Committee Endorsements
07/31/24 - Saint Louis Police Officers Association
FOP Endorsements for St.

2024 Election Endorsements
07/31/24 - Saint Louis Police Officers Association
SLPOA/FOP ENDORSEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS 2024 ELECTION CYCLE US Senate – Josh Hawley US Representative District 2 – Ann Wagner District 3 – Kurt Schaefer Governor – Mike Kehoe Lt.

Remember to Vote on August 6th!!
07/18/24 - Saint Louis Police Officers Association

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