National Police Support Fund

08/14/2026

🚨 An Arizona judge struck down a GOP-backed ballot measure after ruling its language went far beyond teachers' unions and could also impact police and firefighter unions.

What exactly was buried in the proposal, and why did the court decide it couldn't move forward? The details may surprise you.

Read more:
https://azmirror.com/2026/07/28/arizona-gop-ballot-measure-aimed-at-teachers-union-unconstitutionally-guts-police-fire-unions-too/

A judge tossed the Arizona union ballot measure HCR2040, ruling it would have banned all public sector unions

08/12/2026

🚨 A ballot measure aimed at increasing police funding in Portland just hit a major hurdle after failing its first review.

Is this simply part of the election process, or could it slow an effort that supporters say is needed to strengthen public safety and put more officers on the streets?

Read more:

https://www.oregonlive.com/politics/2026/07/portland-police-funding-measure-fails-1st-review-but-process-worked-elections-office-says.html

The city’s elections office disputed claims from supporters of the proposed measure that it's failing to do its job.

08/11/2026

🚨 Longmont, Colorado voters may soon decide whether to fund dozens of new police officers and firefighters as local leaders warn that staffing has not kept pace with the city's growth.

Could this measure help strengthen public safety, or will concerns over higher taxes stand in the way? See what's at stake.

Read more:

https://www.govtech.com/em/safety/tax-measure-would-fund-police-fire-staffing-in-longmont-colo

If the tax measure passes, the funds will pay to fill 86 additional public safety positions. The money would come from a 50-50 split of sales and property taxes.

08/10/2026

🚨 Sheriffs, police leaders, firefighters, and other first responder groups are sounding the alarm over a property tax measure they say could have serious consequences for public safety.

Why are so many organizations that protect our communities speaking out, and what could this proposal mean for law enforcement funding and emergency response?

Read more:

https://www.nbcmiami.com/news/local/sheriffs-police-firefighters-groups-sound-alarm-over-property-tax-measure/3841465/

Public safety groups are warning voters about the property tax cut amendment that will appear on ballots this November.

08/08/2026

🚨 California lawmakers are debating new restrictions on automated license plate reader technology, a tool many agencies rely on to locate suspects, stolen vehicles, and support criminal investigations.

Could limiting how this technology is used make it harder for law enforcement to do their jobs, or are the proposed changes about protecting privacy? See what's in the bill.

Read more:

https://calmatters.org/politics/2026/08/california-flock-license-plates-bill/

They’re all over our roads and really good at helping police solve crimes, but do California’s automated license plate readers need limits?

08/07/2026

🚨 CNN revisited Wisconsin gubernatorial candidate Francesca Hong's past calls to "defund" and even abolish the police.

Now that she's running for higher office, how is she responding to those past statements, and what does it say about where the public stands on law enforcement today?

Watch here:

https://edition.cnn.com/2026/07/31/politics/video/francesca-hong-defund-the-police-vrtc

CNN’s Dana Bash talks to Francesca Hong, a state assemblywoman and democratic socialist leading polls in the Wisconsin Democratic Governor primary. Bash asks Hong about past social media posts endorsing defunding and abolishing the police.

08/05/2026

🚨 Some politicians who once supported "defund the police" are now changing their message.

What changed, and why are they backing away from their previous positions?

Read more:
https://abcnews.com/US/wireStory/democratic-candidates-grapple-past-stances-defunding-police-ahead-135250422

Democrats are trying to convince voters that lawlessness under President Donald Trump is a major threat

07/04/2026

While many families are enjoying parades, barbecues, and fireworks, thousands of law enforcement officers are spending the holiday serving their communities.

This Fourth of July, we thank every officer who chooses duty over celebration and wish everyone a safe and happy Independence Day. 🇺🇸

06/26/2026

🚨 Illinois lawmakers just approved a wave of new legislation.

But some of the proposals are raising concerns among those who support law enforcement and public safety.

What made the list this year?

🔗 https://www.chicagotribune.com/2026/06/03/illinois-legislative-bill-roundup-2026/

The recently completed Illinois General Assembly spring session ended with Democratic lawmakers passing bills targeting immigration enforcement, electric vehicles and voting rights, while failing to act on a proposed prescription drug…

06/24/2026

🚨 Law enforcement leaders raised concerns. The governor signed the bills anyway.

New laws in Maryland could affect how officers do their jobs and how juvenile offenders are charged.

What changes are coming?

🔗 https://www.police1.com/legal/md-governor-signs-bills-banning-masks-for-leos-adding-charging-limits-for-minors

The Youth Charging Reform Act shortens the list of crimes that require adult court for 16- and 17-year-olds; the face covering ban is intended to impact federal, state and local officers