WHEREAS, the approximately 740,000 law enforcement officers in local and state agencies have the best knowledge of and access to their communities, and those communities...

WHEREAS, telecommunications systems and networks are used in the commission of criminal activities; and lawfully authorized electronic surveillance preserves public safety; and

WHEREAS, the lawful...

WHEREAS, the United States Congress is currently considering legislation that would authorize airline pilots to carry firearms on board commercial flights; and,

WHEREAS, the International...

WHEREAS, police chiefs are dedicated to public safety; and

WHEREAS, the 19,000 members of the International Association of Chiefs of Police work continuously to fight...

WHEREAS, the United States of America has within its political structure three sovereigns, federal, state and tribal governments, each with their own sovereign powers, including...

WHEREAS, every year public safety officers encounter the risks and hazards inherent to the profession; and

WHEREAS, in the performance of their duties, police officers...

WHEREAS, the American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators (AAMVA) has established a national Task Force on Identification Security; and

WHEREAS, this Task Force, which has...

WHEREAS, the International Association of Chiefs of Police is committed to supporting federal legislation and programs which seek to enhance the public trust in policing...

WHEREAS, too many people are killed or injured by drunk drivers each year; and

WHEREAS, driving under the influence of alcohol is a crime and...

WHEREAS, the International Association of Chiefs of Police is committed to supporting federal legislation and programs that seek to improve quality and timeliness of forensic...