July 26, 2024
In this issue we cover a past case that impacted lives in Jesup, GA, including that of SSPBA secretary and treasurer; we see our Virginia Division reach 10,000 members; we learn about the need for PTSD awareness seminars and the vital role it can serve in saving officers lives; and many more interesting topics.
moreMay 1, 2024
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moreApril 24, 2024
As proud as Teagan Naillon is of the duality of law enforcement parents, she seeks a higher calling in her own academics.
moreApril 2, 2024
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moreFebruary 14, 2024
"Spread love wherever you go. Let no one ever come to you without leaving happier." Mother Teresa's quote serves as a guiding theme for Mary Hannah Craddock, a recent scholarship award winner for the Tennessee PBA.
moreFebruary 2, 2024
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moreDecember 13, 2023
Madison Adams, recent recipient of the Tennessee division scholarship provided by the Police Benevolent Foundation, is clearly proud of her father, Brandon Adams, and his law enforcement career.
moreDecember 4, 2023
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moreDecember 1, 2023
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moreNovember 3, 2023
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moreJuly 14, 2023
In this issue we honor the late Johnny Bohanan, SSPBA board member and TNPBA division president; we follow a legal case in Virginia, where PBA successfully defended a member on trial for murder; we learn about the complexities of Giglio issues; and we highlight many more topics of interest to our members.
moreJuly 13, 2023
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moreDecember 1, 2022
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moreJune 28, 2022
In the latest issue we cover SSPBA's Senior Vice President's retirement, Trooper Lopez's miraculous recovery and much more.
moreJune 2, 2022
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moreMay 2, 2022
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moreJanuary 26, 2022
The Police Benevolent Foundation was proud to award a Tennessee Division Scholarship to Maggie Henderson.
moreJanuary 19, 2022
The Police Benevolent Foundation was proud to award a Tennessee Division Scholarship to Madison Ellis.
moreJanuary 3, 2022
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moreDecember 1, 2021
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moreDecember 1, 2021
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moreNovember 2, 2021
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moreAugust 27, 2021
In the latest issue we cover K-9 handler Deputy Zeisloft and therapy dog Beethoven, West Virginia's win to bring a critically-needed pay raise to it's officers, and much more.
moreAugust 20, 2021
Three recent high school graduates received scholarship checks from the Tennessee Police Benevolent Association, presented by President Johnny Bohanan.
moreAugust 2, 2021
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moreFebruary 16, 2021
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moreJanuary 6, 2021
The 116th Congress has adjourned. 16,601 Bills were introduced (10,573-House / 6028-Senate) of which 283 became law. This is a summary of those of interest to the Southern States PBA membership.
moreJanuary 4, 2021
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moreDecember 1, 2020
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moreSeptember 3, 2020
(September 3, 2020) Raleigh, NC Southern States Police Benevolent Association, Inc. (SSPBA) announced today that it is endorsing Donald Trump for President in the 2020 election. SSPBA board members and representatives met with Vice President Mike Pence in Raleigh today to announce the endorsement.
moreAugust 31, 2020
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moreJuly 6, 2020
In response to the national outcry for reform of law enforcement, members of Congress have continued to introduce bills meant to change the face of policing at the state and local level.
moreJune 19, 2020
Southern States PBA (SSPBA), which includes over 58,000 law enforcement officer members across the Southeast, spoke out today regarding the environment that law enforcement officers are currently working in and concerns over rushes to judgment and second-guessing of actions taken by officers.
moreJune 1, 2020
SSPBA is proud to support the law enforcement officers who professionally serve all citizens.
moreJune 1, 2020
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moreApril 30, 2020
In the latest issue we honor Charlie Maddox, SSPBA Pioneer, learn about the Honor Guard and how they pay tribute; go on another one of Joe's adventures; and many more topics.
moreApril 3, 2020
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moreDecember 5, 2019
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moreNovember 4, 2019
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moreOctober 3, 2019
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moreAugust 13, 2019
Tennessee PBA Division President Johnny Bohanan recently presented scholarship checks to the children/stepchildren of PBA members. Along with the Police Benevolent Foundation (PBF), the Tennessee PBA proudly awards scholarships to children/stepchildren of PBA members each year. This year, four students were selected to receive the PBF scholarship. They are: Mason Crosser, Morgan McClure, Ashlynn Malone and Christopher Rickman.
moreAugust 5, 2019
The Tennessee Police Benevolent Association Division President Johnny Bohanan recently presented long-time member, John Wesley Bradley with a lifetime membership.
moreAugust 2, 2019
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moreJune 27, 2019
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Charles W. "Charlie" Maddox. Maddox served as SSPBA Past President and Florida PBA founder. Please pray for Maddox's family and employees of the SSPBA as we mourn the loss of our Association's patriarch and dear friend.
moreJune 5, 2019
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We are pleased that HB0937 was passed into law yesterday in Tennessee. HB0937 is the bill that increases the pay supplement from $600 to $800 for police officers and firefighters in Tennessee who complete 40 hours of in-service training. This is something that Tennessee PBA has advocated for, for several years.
moreApril 3, 2019
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moreJanuary 29, 2019
In the latest issue we learn about Human Trafficking Awareness and training officers to spot the signs; man's best friend, in life and law enforcement; and many more interesting topics
moreJanuary 9, 2019
Following a brutal attack while on duty, Knoxville Police Department Officer B.K. Hardin is now recovering. Earlier this week, TNPBA Knox County Chapter Senior Vice President Kenny Bradley delivered a check to Officer Hardin. In November, the Police Benevolent Foundation and the Tennessee Division of the Southern States PBA opened a fund to raise money to help Officer Hardin. The community, locally and nationally, showed their support for Officer Hardin and he could not be more grateful.
moreJanuary 7, 2019
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moreDecember 3, 2018
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moreNovember 5, 2018
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moreNovember 2, 2018
The TNPBA is proud to endorse Marsha Blackburn for US Senate. Please show your support at the polls.
moreOctober 11, 2018
The Tennessee Police Benevolent Association recently held a series of candidate interviews for those candidates seeking election for various offices. During the interview process, Bill Lee demonstrated why his experience and values make him uniquely qualified to represent the voters of Tennessee.
moreOctober 11, 2018
The Tennessee Police Benevolent Association recently held a series of candidate interviews for those candidates seeking election for various offices. During the interview process, Marsha Blackburn demonstrated why her experience and values make her uniquely qualified to represent the voters of Tennessee.
moreOctober 2, 2018
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moreSeptember 14, 2018
The Police Benevolent Foundation and the Southern States Police Benevolent Association are ready to help law enforcement officers and their families that may be affected by Hurricane Florence. Unlike most, a police officer?s job can never really be put on hold when disaster strikes. They are required to work through the worst conditions and be ready and able to help others.
moreSeptember 5, 2018
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The Southern States Police Benevolent Association is committed to keeping you informed of federal legislation that may affect your work-life, pay and benefits.
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moreJanuary 10, 2018
In the latest issue we learn how the Post Critical Incident Seminars are saving officers' lives, careers and marriages; honor the memory of fallen Sergeant Meggan Callahan while working to improve corrections officers' working conditions; rock out with Chris Lane; and many more interesting topics.
moreJanuary 3, 2018
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moreDecember 4, 2017
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moreNovember 1, 2017
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moreJune 30, 2017
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moreJanuary 26, 2017
The mission of the SSPBA is to be ?The Voice of Law Enforcement Officers.? This means when PBA members ask for help, they have the assurance of support from the PBA during difficult situations. A PBA member who is very grateful for his membership and the work of the PBA is Rick Anderson from Hixson, TN.
moreJanuary 19, 2017
In the latest issue we cover 10 things to remember after an officer-involved shooting, learn about the Alabama member back to work after being cleared of charges, meet the MSPBA member awarded the purple heart medal, and many more interesting topics.
moreJanuary 3, 2017
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moreDecember 6, 2016
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moreJuly 18, 2016
t is with a heavy heart that we are once again grieving the tragic loss of three of our own at the hands of pure hatred.
moreJuly 8, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the City of Dallas and all those affected by last night?s tragic events.
moreJuly 1, 2016
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moreMay 31, 2016
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moreFebruary 29, 2016
The Police Benevolent Foundation and the Virginia Division Police Benevolent Association are rallying behind the family of fallen officer, Ashley Guindon, as well as wounded officers, Jesse Hempen and David McKeown. On Saturday, February 27, 2016 officers Hempen, McKeown and rookie officer, Guindon responded to the home of Army Staff Sergeant, Ronald Hamilton. Hamilton had just shot and killed his wife and proceeded to shoot at police as they arrived.
moreFebruary 2, 2016
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moreDecember 28, 2015
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moreDecember 1, 2015
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moreNovember 19, 2015
In this issue we discuss how politicized indictments are threatening the legal safety of officers, 5 notorious outlaws from Alabama's wild west days, how the NCPBA assisted an embattled police department in selecting a new chief, as well as many other things.
moreThe law is not as cut-and-dried as you think. And much of what you hear about it is wrong.
moreOctober 13, 2014
In this issue we discuss what you should be careful about when posting to social media, one PBAGA member's path to sobriety, and how to respond if you're the target of an investigation.
moreJuly 10, 2014
This is a list of all of the endorsed candidates that the TNPBA has endorsed in 2014. We would like to congratulate each of these candidates on their endorsements and we hope to work with them into the future to help make the law enforcement profession better for our members. Please show your support for these candidates at the polls.
moreApril 28, 2014
The Smoky Mountain Chapter of the Tennessee Police Benevolent Association recently held a political screening for those candidates running for Sheriff of Jefferson County and Circuit Court Judge in the Fourth Judicial District.
moreJanuary 23, 2014
Curtis Jenkins of Forsyth, Georgia, has been nominated for election to a third term on the National Rifle Association Board of Directors and your help is respectfully solicited.
moreDecember 20, 2013
The Police Benevolent Foundation, Inc. and the Mississippi Division of the Southern States PBA are rallying behind the family of Union County Sheriff?s Deputy Clinton Frazier. Frazier was killed in a single vehicle accident on December 18th. Deputy Frazier had served with the Union County Sheriff?s Office for two years and is survived by his wife and three children. He was a beloved officer who will be missed tremendously by the Union County Sheriff?s Department, as well as other surrounding law enforcement agencies.
moreOctober 25, 2013
The Police Benevolent Foundation, Inc. and the Mississippi Division of the Southern States PBA are rallying behind the family of Eupora police officer Keith Crenshaw. Crenshaw died from injuries he sustained while deploying a spike strip across Highway 82 in an attempt to stop a car carrying three robbery suspects Wednesday morning. The suspects saw the spike strip before arrival and veered into the median where Crenshaw had moved after deploying the strip.
moreSeptember 13, 2013
On Saturday, September 7th 2013, the Tennessee Fallen Firefighter Memorial service was held at the Tennessee Fire and Codes Enforcement Academy to honor firefighters lost in the line of duty. At this service Kenny D. Fox, a 20-year veteran of the fire service and PBA member who served as the President of the Natchez Trace Chapter, was honored.
moreAugust 31, 2013
In this issue we discuss the PBF's Behind the Badge seminars surrounding police suicide and PTSD and how one member's injury was not going to keep him down.
moreAugust 30, 2013
The Police Benevolent Foundation, Inc. and the Arkansas Division of the Southern States PBA are rallying behind the family of Atkins police officer Dolphus Schmelzla who died from injuries he sustained in a motor vehicle accident while on his way to work on Thursday, August 29, 2013.
moreMay 31, 2013
The Southern States Police Benevolent Association is committed to keeping you informed of federal legislation that may affect your work-life, pay and benefits.
moreMarch 11, 2013
The Southern States Police Benevolent Association is committed to keeping you informed of federal legislation that may affect your work-life, pay and benefits.
moreMarch 5, 2013
The Police Benevolent Foundation, Inc. and the Virginia Division of the Southern States PBA are rallying behind Alexandria Police Officer Peter Laboy who was shot on February 27th after making a routine traffic stop in Alexandria. The bullet struck Officer Laboy in the head, critically injuring him. Officer Laboy was flown to Medstar Washington Hospital where he remains in critical condition.
moreMarch 1, 2013
In light of all the recent gun control debates arising in America today, the Southern States PBA would like to display our support for the 2nd Amendment of the Constitution. This is our official stance on the matter.
moreFebruary 6, 2013
In a blink of an eye life can change dramatically. That is exactly what happened on October 14, 2012 to Officer Bruce Potter and his family: a loving wife and two children.
moreJanuary 9, 2013
Every once in a while we get little notes like these praising the services we offer here at the PBA.
moreDecember 13, 2012
The Southern States Police Benevolent Association proudly announces that it has reached a membership milestone of 30,000 members. The association, founded in 1986, has grown by more than 10,000 members since 2004 and membership continues to steadily increase.
moreDecember 3, 2012
Fairfax County Chapter (VAPBA) board member, Matthew Siraguse shares is story of how wearing his seat belt in his patrol car saved his life.
moreNovember 26, 2012
Stones River Chapter member Kenneth White was recently honored with the MADD Officer of the Year Award for his work as a DUI Officer. Congrats Kenneth!
moreOctober 31, 2012
The Knoxville Police Department has awarded its Meritorious Service Medal to Lt. Gene Sasscer.
moreSeptember 17, 2012
The 2nd Annual Race for the Fallen Half Marathon was a huge success. The race had almost 200 participants and raised significant funds to benefit the Police Benevolent Foundation.
moreSeptember 7, 2012
The Police Benevolent Foundation is proud to announce the recipients of its 2012 scholarships. These outstanding students have demonstrated academic excellence and deserve to be recognized.
moreAugust 23, 2012
If you are like many officers who joined PBA just for the Legal Defense Benefits and are not active in the association you're missing out. As so wisely said by someone before me "Having PBA membership just for legal defense benefits is like having a Porsche that you only drive in 2nd gear, you'll never realize what it can really do." While the legal defense benefits of PBA membership are first rate in every respect, PBA is a whole lot more than just legal defense. If you're serious about wanting to make positive changes in your work environment and benefits, listen up.
moreAugust 1, 2012
In this issue we discuss the implementation of the new structure of the SSPBA, we meet the new president of the Southern States PBA and take a deeper look into the Police Benevolent Foundations "I wish you knew" campaign.
moreJune 8, 2012
The 2012 SSPBA annual board meeting was held on Friday, June 8, 2012 in McDonough, GA at the Hilton Garden Inn. Board members received reports from each PBA department head, discussed policies and elected a new SSPBA Executive Board.
moreJune 1, 2012
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moreApril 26, 2012
The Southern States Police Benevolent Association, Inc. and the Police Benevolent Foundation, Inc. have officially launched the I Wish You Knew campaign, a nationwide awareness campaign to educate the public about the adversities law enforcement officers and their families face every day.
moreApril 2, 2012
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moreMarch 2, 2012
The Southern States Police Benevolent Association is committed to keeping you informed of federal legislation that may affect your work-life, pay and benefits.
moreFebruary 3, 2012
The Southern States Police Benevolent Association is committed to keeping you informed of federal legislation that may affect your work-life, pay and benefits. The Governmental Affairs department will be providing periodic updates on the actions of Congress while in session. Included is a summary of bills of interest introduced during this past month, as well as updates on those reported in the previous report. Reporting of these bills are information purposes only, to you as a PBA law enforcement professional, and do not reflect the PBA's support or opposition on any specific bill.
moreJanuary 18, 2012
According to preliminary data from the National Law Enforcement officers Memorial Fund, 173 officers have been killed during 2011 - up 13 percent from 153 line-of-duty deaths in 2010.
moreDecember 29, 2011
As 2011 comes to an end, take a look at some of the changes we have highlighted since the last update.
moreDecember 6, 2011
Not much has changed with the 112th Congress since our last update. Take a look at some of the changes we have highlighted since the last update.
moreJune 7, 2011
The Police Benevolent Foundation, Inc. and the Tennessee Division of the Southern States PBA are in mourning as one of their own, Deputy Keith Bellar of the Dickson County Sheriff's Office, was shot in the head while responding to what he believed was a motor vehicle accident that turned out to be a domestic dispute on Monday, June 6th.
moreJanuary 1, 2011
There were 81 bills of interest followed during the 111th Congress. Of these bills, 54 were introduced by the House, and 27 by the Senate. Most died in one committee or another. But a few did manage to pass the Congress and get signed into law by the President. Most notably, was Senate Bill 1132.
moreNovember 12, 2010
This is a list of all of the winning candidates that the TNPBA endorsed in 2010. We would like to congratulate each of these candidates and we hope to work with them into the future to help make the law enforcement profession better for our members.
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