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.

May 1, 2024

VA student Delilah Fox uses PBF scholarship to fulfill nursing goal

May 1, 2024

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April 2, 2024

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March 1, 2024

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February 21, 2024

PBF funds help student attend dream school.

On January 30, 2024, the FCPD and the Fairfax County Department of Animal Sheltering (DAS) announced a proposal to consolidate animal services in the County under DAS, which is a non-law enforcement agency.

February 2, 2024

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January 3, 2024

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December 20, 2023

Providing students with the chance to be a first-generation college student is the essence of the PBF's scholarship program. Abbie Copperthite, recent scholarship recipient ...

December 4, 2023

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December 1, 2023

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November 29, 2023

A highly accomplished and well-rounded Virginia college student is studying accounting with more than one career option open to her.

November 3, 2023

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October 31, 2023

Since June of 2023, numerous chapters, members and the State Division board have been busy screening political candidates for state and local elections.

October 5, 2023

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September 5, 2023

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August 2, 2023

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July 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.

July 13, 2023

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June 1, 2023

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May 1, 2023

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April 10, 2023

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March 1, 2023

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February 6, 2023

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January 6, 2023

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December 1, 2022

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December 1, 2022

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November 1, 2022

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October 3, 2022

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September 6, 2022

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August 1, 2022

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July 6, 2022

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June 28, 2022

In the latest issue we cover SSPBA's Senior Vice President's retirement, Trooper Lopez's miraculous recovery and much more.

June 2, 2022

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May 10, 2022

PBA member Johnathan Brown of the Bristol, Va. Police Department was acquitted of all charges in a jury verdict released on April 27, 2022.

May 2, 2022

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April 1, 2022

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March 1, 2022

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February 16, 2022

The Police Benevolent Foundation was proud to award a Virginia Division Scholarship to Grace Goodpasture.

February 1, 2022

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January 24, 2022

Chesapeake, Va., police Officer Tara Valli wanted to be in law enforcement since an elementary school presentation on the dangers of drug use.

January 12, 2022

The Police Benevolent Foundation was proud to award a Virginia Division Scholarship to Alicia Blackburn.

January 3, 2022

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December 3, 2021

The Virginia State Police chapter of the Virginia Police Benevolent Association has filed a lawsuit against the Commonwealth of Virginia over a failure to pay overtime wages on behalf of its members.

December 1, 2021

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December 1, 2021

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November 30, 2021

The Police Benevolent Foundation was proud to award a Virginia Division Scholarship to Jacob Badcock.

November 2, 2021

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October 4, 2021

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September 16, 2021

Representatives from our chapters across the state held candidate screening and endorsement interview processes to determine which candidates would receive PBA support.

September 1, 2021

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August 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.

August 2, 2021

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July 13, 2021

RICHMOND, VA - The Virginia Police Benevolent Association (VAPBA) announced its endorsement of Jason Miyares for Attorney General.

July 8, 2021

Norge, VA ? Republican Delegate Amanda Batten has received the endorsement of the Virginia Police Benevolent Association in the race for the 96th District seat in the Virginia House of Delegates.

July 2, 2021

RICHMOND, VA - The Virginia Police Benevolent Association (VAPBA) announced its endorsement of Winsome Sears for Lieutenant Governor.

July 2, 2021

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June 28, 2021

RICHMOND, VA - The Virginia Police Benevolent Association (VAPBA) today announced its endorsement of Glenn Youngkin for governor, citing the Republican nominee's commitment to prioritizing public safety and supporting law enforcement across the Commonwealth.

June 1, 2021

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May 4, 2021

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March 1, 2021

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February 16, 2021

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January 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.

January 4, 2021

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December 1, 2020

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November 3, 2020

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October 1, 2020

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September 17, 2020

Today, the Virginia Police Benevolent Association endorsed Green Beret combat veteran Nick Freitas, the Republican nominee for Congress in Virginia?s 7th District. The Virginia Police Benevolent Association is a division of the Southern States Police Benevolent Association, which represents more than 60,000 law enforcement officers that work at the local, state, and federal levels.

September 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.

August 31, 2020

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August 3, 2020

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July 6, 2020

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July 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.

June 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.

June 1, 2020

SSPBA is proud to support the law enforcement officers who professionally serve all citizens.

June 1, 2020

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May 1, 2020

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April 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.

April 3, 2020

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March 2, 2020

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February 13, 2020

February 3, 2020

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January 24, 2020

Members of the law enforcement community throughout the South stand united with our fellow officers in Virginia in opposition to Governor Ralph Northam?s gun confiscation scheme.

January 2, 2020

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December 5, 2019

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November 4, 2019

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October 3, 2019

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September 5, 2019

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August 2, 2019

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July 30, 2019

The Northern Chapter of the Virginia Police Benevolent Association (VAPBA) is pleased to announce that Jason Poe (R-WC) has received the endorsement of the VAPBA for election to Warren County Sheriff.

July 8, 2019

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June 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.

June 5, 2019

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May 9, 2019

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April 3, 2019

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March 7, 2019

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February 4, 2019

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January 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

January 7, 2019

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December 3, 2018

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November 5, 2018

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October 2, 2018

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September 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.

September 5, 2018

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August 8, 2018

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July 3, 2018

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June 6, 2018

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May 2, 2018

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April 2, 2018

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March 2, 2018

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February 5, 2018

The Virginia Police Benevolent Association is committed to keeping you informed of legislation that may affect your work-life, pay and benefits. The Governmental Affairs department will be providing periodic updates on the actions of the Virginia General Assembly while in session. Included is a summary of bills of interest introduced during last month, as well as updates on those reported in the previous reports.

February 5, 2018

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January 26, 2018

The Virginia Police Benevolent Association is committed to keeping you informed of legislation that may affect your work-life, pay and benefits. The Governmental Affairs department will be providing periodic updates on the actions of the Virginia General Assembly while in session. Included is a summary of bills of interest introduced during last month, as well as updates on those reported in the previous reports.

January 25, 2018

The Virginia Police Benevolent Association is committed to keeping you informed of legislation that may affect your work-life, pay and benefits. The Governmental Affairs department will be providing periodic updates on the actions of the Virginia General Assembly while in session. Included is a summary of bills of interest introduced during last month, as well as updates on those reported in the previous reports.

January 11, 2018

The Virginia Police Benevolent Association is committed to keeping you informed of legislation that may affect your work-life, pay and benefits. The Governmental Affairs department will be providing periodic updates on the actions of the Virginia General Assembly while in session. Included is a summary of bills of interest introduced during last month, as well as updates on those reported in the previous reports.

January 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.

January 3, 2018

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December 4, 2017

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November 1, 2017

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October 2, 2017

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August 31, 2017

The PBA of Virginia and the Police Benevolent Foundation establish fund for fallen Fairfax County Detective, Paul ?Tony? Basham

July 31, 2017

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June 30, 2017

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June 1, 2017

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May 10, 2017

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April 3, 2017

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March 6, 2017

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February 3, 2017

The Virginia Police Benevolent Association is committed to keeping you informed of legislation that may affect your work-life, pay and benefits. The Governmental Affairs department will be providing periodic updates on the actions of the Virginia General Assembly while in session. Included is a summary of bills of interest introduced during last month, as well as updates on those reported in the previous reports.

February 2, 2017

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January 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.

January 24, 2017

The Virginia Police Benevolent Association is committed to keeping you informed of legislation that may affect your work-life, pay and benefits. The Governmental Affairs department will be providing periodic updates on the actions of the Virginia General Assembly while in session. Included is a summary of bills of interest introduced during last month, as well as updates on those reported in the previous reports.

January 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.

January 3, 2017

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December 6, 2016

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October 5, 2016

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September 12, 2016

This is a list of all of the endorsed candidates that the VAPBA has endorsed in 2016. 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.

September 8, 2016

The Virginia Police Benevolent Association (VAPBA) is pleased to announce that Congresswoman Barbara Comstock (R-VA) has earned the endorsement of the VAPBA for re-election to Congress for Virginia?s 10th Congressional District.

August 2, 2016

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July 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.

July 8, 2016

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the City of Dallas and all those affected by last night?s tragic events.

July 1, 2016

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May 31, 2016

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May 2, 2016

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April 4, 2016

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March 3, 2016

Please join The Virginia Police Benevolent Association, The Police Benevolent Foundation and Crossfit Woodbridge in honoring fallen Prince William Officer Ashley Guindon and injured Officers Jesse Hempen and David McKeown by participating in the Hero Workout and fundraiser.

March 2, 2016

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February 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.

February 2, 2016

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December 28, 2015

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December 1, 2015

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November 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.

October 5, 2015

On September 27th, the Prince William County Chapter of the Virginia Police Benevolent Association held a political screening for those candidates running for Commonwealth's Attorney and Board of Supervisors.

October 5, 2015

This is a list of all of the endorsed candidates that the VAPBA has endorsed in 2015. 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.

October 1, 2015

On September 26th, the Culpeper Chapter of the Virginia Police Benevolent Association held a political screening for those candidates running for various elected offices. During the screening, the following candidates demonstrated why their experience and values make them qualified to represent the voters of Virginia.

September 30, 2015

The New River Valley Chapter of the Virginia Police Benevolent Association held a political screening for those candidates running for various elected offices.

September 24, 2015

On September 19th, the Loudoun County Chapter of the Virginia Police Benevolent Association held a political screening for those candidates running for Board of Supervisors and Commonwealth Attorney.

September 21, 2015

On September 19th, the Spotsylvania Chapter of the Virginia Police Benevolent Association held a political screening for those candidates running for Board of Supervisors and Commonwealth's Attorney.

August 5, 2015

Recently, political screenings were conducted for the office of Fairfax County Board of Supervisors. The following candidates participated in the screenings, and your PBA board has elected to endorse their campaigns. The election for these offices will be held in November 2015.

February 20, 2015

The Virginia Police Benevolent Association is committed to keeping you informed of legislation that may affect your work-life, pay and benefits. The Governmental Affairs department will be providing periodic updates on the actions of the Virginia General Assembly while in session. Included is a summary of bills of interest introduced during last month, as well as updates on those reported in the previous reports.

January 23, 2015

The Virginia Police Benevolent Association is committed to keeping you informed of legislation that may affect your work-life, pay and benefits. The Governmental Affairs department will be providing periodic updates on the actions of the Virginia General Assembly while in session. Included is a summary of bills of interest introduced during last month, as well as updates on those reported in the previous reports.

January 22, 2015

The Southeast Chapter of the Virginia Police Benevolent Association is proud to announce the endorsement of Ali Sprinkle for Portsmouth Commonwealth Attorney.

The law is not as cut-and-dried as you think. And much of what you hear about it is wrong.

December 30, 2014

The Virginia Police Benevolent Association is committed to keeping you informed of legislation that may affect your work-life, pay and benefits. The Governmental Affairs department will be providing periodic updates on the actions of the Virginia General Assembly while in session. Included is a summary of bills of interest introduced during last month, as well as updates on those reported in the previous reports.

November 12, 2014

The Prince William County Chapter of the Police Benevolent Association is proud to announce their endorsement of Scott Jacobs for Brentsville District County Board of Supervisors. The chapter held its first Board of Supervisors screening and endorsement process on November 8, 2014. Prince William County law enforcement professionals made up the panel that interviewed the candidates. The candidates answered questions about issues important to members of the Prince William County Chapter and were evaluated on their responses.

October 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.

August 28, 2014

The Virginia Police Benevolent Association, Inc. (VAPBA) is proud to announce its support for the election of Barbara Comstock for the 10th Congressional District in Virginia.

July 10, 2014

This is a list of all of the endorsed candidates that the VAPBA 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.

April 25, 2014

The Culpeper Chapter of the Virginia Police Benevolent Association recently held a political screening for those candidates running for Town Council for the Town of Culpeper.

April 22, 2014

This is a list of all of the endorsed candidates that the VAPBA 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.

February 7, 2014

The Virgina Police Benevolent Association is committed to keeping you informed of federal legislation that may affect your work-life, pay and benefits.

January 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.

December 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.

October 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.

October 21, 2013

The Northern Virginia Chapter of the Police Benevolent Association is proud to announce their endorsement of Alex Iden for the office of Winchester City Commonwealth Attorney.

October 11, 2013

On October 7, 2013, the Central Virginia Chapter of the Virginia Police Benevolent Association held a political screening for those candidates running for the office of Albemarle County Board of Supervisors.

September 23, 2013

On September 18th the Hampton Chapter conducted its political screening for the upcoming November elections for the House of Delegates and the Hampton Commonwealth Attorney.

September 11, 2013

The Alexandria Chapter of the Virginia Police Benevolent Association recently held a political screening for those candidates running for various positions in the up coming election.

August 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.

August 30, 2013

On August 22, 2013, the Fairfax County Chapter of the Virginia Police Benevolent Association held a political screening for those candidates running for Virginia House of Delegates for the 10th district.

August 30, 2013

On August 22, 2013, the Fairfax County Chapter of the Virginia Police Benevolent Association held a political screening for those candidates running for Virginia House of Delegates for the 34th district.

August 30, 2013

On August 10, 2013, the Virginia Police Benevolent Association held a political screening for those candidates running for Virginia Governor.

August 30, 2013

August 30, 2013

On August 22, 2013, the Fairfax County Chapter of the Virginia Police Benevolent Association held a political screening for those candidates running for Virginia House of Delegates for the 40th district.

August 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.

August 26, 2013

The Fairfax Chapter of the Virginia Police Benevolent Association held its first political screening on August 22th and August 23rd of 2013. It was quite fitting that our largest state chapter would hold the largest screening in the history of the Virginia Police Benevolent Association.

August 26, 2013

This is a list of all of the endorsed candidates that the VAPBA has endorsed in 2013. 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.

August 21, 2013

On August 6, 2013, the Prince William County Chapter of the Virginia Police Benevolent Association held a political screening for those candidates running for Virginia House of Representatives.

August 21, 2013

On August 10, 2013, the Virginia Police Benevolent Association held a political screening for those candidates running for Virginia Lieutenant Governor.

August 14, 2013

On August 10, 2013, the Virginia Division of the Southern States Police Benevolent Association held its board meeting and political screening process.

August 14, 2013

Continuing on a long history of political involvement, the Alexandria Chapter has completed its screening for the 47th and 45th District seats in the Virginia House of Delegates.

August 7, 2013

The Prince William Chapter of the Police Benevolent Association held its first political screening on August 6, 2013. The chapter is proud to announce that eleven candidates for the Virginia House of Delegates.

August 5, 2013

The newly formed, and growing, Culpeper Chapter of the Virginia Police Benevolent Associtation held its first political screening for seats in the Virginia House of Representatives and on the Culpeper Board of Supervisors. The board proudly announces the endorsement of Mike Webert and Edward Scott for the Virginia House of Representatives.

July 19, 2013

On July 16 2013 the Virginia Division hosted another successful PBF Behind the Badge Suicide Prevention Seminar. Guest speakers Tim Rutledge and Jim Sewell,once again, did an outstanding job presenting this vital information to law enforcement professionals from the Central and Northern Virginia Area.

May 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.

April 9, 2013

Members of the Alexandria Chapter of the Police Benevolent Association have expressed deep concerns over the City Manager's proposed changes to the City's health insurance program and the police and fire pension. Both of these changes will have a major impact on the lives of police officers and their families. While our officers have long lagged behind our comparator jurisdictions in salary, they have always been able to point to their benefits as something that helped maintain their compensation level; this is no longer the case.

March 28, 2013

Fellow officers establish a fund to help a Lynchburg Police officer fighting Cancer. Officer Jordan Spaeth, 26, was diagnosed with testicular Cancer in December.

March 14, 2013

The Blue Ridge Chapter of the Virginia PBA is set to aid fellow member Jordan Spaeth started with the Lynchburg Police Department several months ago, after working for three years with the City of Bedford Police Department.

March 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.

March 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.

March 5, 2013

Alexandria Chapter member Peter Laboy was shot on February 27th after making a routine traffic stop in Alexandria. The bullet struck Officer Laboy in the head, critically injuring him. The PBA is committed to serving our members and will respectfully and systematically fulfill all of our benefit promises made to our members. I wanted to outline the PBA's response to this incident and what we are planning on doing to ensure Pete and his family get everything they need during this horrible time.

March 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.

February 13, 2013

The Virginia Police Benevolent Association is committed to keeping you informed of legislation that may affect your work-life, pay and benefits.

February 6, 2013

The Police Benevolent Foundation's first Behind the Badge Seminar for 2013 was held in Hampton, Virginia on January 25, 2013. The seminar was a great success and a great start for a new year.

February 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.

February 4, 2013

Congratulations to Senior Virginia Conservation Police Officer Dewayne Sprinkle for being named the National Wild Turkey Federation Wildlife Law Enforcement Officer of Year for the Virginia Chapter of the NWTF.

January 14, 2013

Jefferson County Sheriff Robert E. Bobby Shirley has tendered his resignation, Jefferson County Commissioner Patsy Noland said Friday. Noland said Shirley dropped off a one-sentence letter of resignation at her home between 5:30 and 6 p.m.

January 9, 2013

My family traditionally take a Christmas vacation that consist of a scavenger hunt for the kids. My wife mails clues in a gift wrapped box all over the eastern United States to people who willing to help hide the gifts (clues).

January 9, 2013

Every once in a while we get little notes like these praising the services we offer here at the PBA.

December 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.

December 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.

October 31, 2012

The Virginia Police Benevolent Association proudly presents Amanda Hood with the Police Benevolent Foundation Scholarship for the VAPBA.

October 29, 2012

Chapter members and dignitaries met on October 20th at Mr. Rick Sharp's farm in King George Virginia for the event. Hosts Craig Suro and Chris Rivers spent the afternoon with PBA members enjoying the beautiful fall weather and smoked pork barbeque.

October 29, 2012

Virginia PBA President Joe Woloszyn has come a long way in a short time as a PBA leader. As soon as Woloszyn became a member he began to play an intricate role in the activity and growth of the Fairfax County Chapter and has made it one of the most successful chapters in Virginia this year.

September 28, 2012

The Alexandria Screening Process for the upcoming general elections was held on September 18, 2012 at the Hampton Inn in Alexandria. Chris Flood, Dennis Andreas, Matt Weinert, and I were panel members for the Mayoral and City Council candidates. A state panel was also formed and a screening was done for candidates from Congressional Districts 8, 10 and 11. Members of the State Board panel were: Joe Woloszyn, Sonny Nipper, Marta Goodwin and Tommy Ground.

September 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.

September 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.

August 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.

August 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.

June 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.

June 1, 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.

May 4, 2012

This is a list of all of the endorsed candidates that the VAPBA has endorsed in 2012. 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.

April 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.

April 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.

March 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.

February 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.

January 30, 2012

This week our efforts in Richmond at the General Assembly were met with some success. House bill 675 would raise the threshold amount of Grand Larceny to five hundred dollars, but would have also made it more difficult for our Conservation Police Officers to develop successful cases against wildlife violators selling animal parts. This bill failed to come out of the Criminal sub committee of the Courts of Justice Committee. The Senate bill on the same issue is SB71, this bill will pass out of the senate and will head to the House at crossover. We will watch to see if the House kills the bill as they did HB 675.

January 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.

December 29, 2011

As 2011 comes to an end, take a look at some of the changes we have highlighted since the last update.

December 13, 2011

The Virginia Division conducted political screenings across the state for local and state office elections held in November 2011. Our screening committees, made up of local chapter boards and members, met with over forty candidates. A total of twenty seven candidates were endorsed, twenty three of those candidates won their elections! Our screenings took place in Loudoun County, Charlottesville, Lynchburg, Radford and Newport News.

December 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.

January 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.

November 12, 2010

This is a list of all of the winning candidates that the VAPBA 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.