MPA College Scholarships
The March 31st deadline is fast approaching for the MPA College Scholarship Program. Please visit www.masspolice.com/scholarships for more information .
Senate Finalizes Gun Bill
Late Thursday night the Senate voted 37-3 to advance their version of gun reform. Among the few amendments accepted was a Senator Velis proposal that would mandate repeat gun offenders be held until trial. Another by Senator Fattman would create a new crime for shooting at an officer. Both of these Senators were named legislators
9C Cuts Spare Local Aid, FY25 Budget on Tap
In early January, Governor Healey announce 9C cuts in an attempt to bring the fiscal 24 budget into balance. The shortfall was estimated at one billion dollars. Although revenue is higher than fiscal 23, it has fallen short of benchmark which had called for approximately a 4% increase. Unlike cuts by Governor Patrick in the
MA LDF 2024 Membership Renewals
Just a reminder, existing LDF members have until January 31, 2024 to renew their accounts to avoid a lapse in coverage!
Wilbrahama Officer Shot, Suspect in Custody
We express our deep concern and heartfelt support for the Wilbraham Police Officer who was shot in the line of duty. Our thoughts are with the officer, their family, and the entire Wilbraham Police Department during this challenging time. We condemn acts of violence against officers who risk their lives to protect our communities. Wishing
2024 Legal Defense Fund Signup & Renewal Reminder
Happy Holidays from the Massachusetts Police Association! It’s the season to renew or considering signing up for the the best protection you can have in today’s law enforcement profession for just .84 cents a day for Active Sworn Police Officers ($310 annually with processing fee) or .42 cents a day ($155 annually with processing fee)
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2024 MPA President Sworn In
Congratulations to MPA President Michael Murphy (Brookline) who was sworn in yesterday. We look forward to his leadership in 2024
Waltham Officer Killed In The Line of Duty
The MPA would like to extend our deepest sympathy to our friends and the family of Officer Paul Tracey at the Waltham Police Department. Yesterday, Officer Paul Tracey was killed in the line of duty while working a detail. Three workers from National Grid also were struck, one of which was also killed. We would
Healey-Driscoll Administration Awards Nearly $5 Million to Address Local Public Safety Needs
The Healey-Driscoll Administration announced on Thursday, November 16, 2023 nearly $5 million in funds awarded to 130 police departments across the state to address their communities’ unmet public safety priorities. The awards were made possible by the Edward J. Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program, a federal grant awarded by the Department of Justice to the Office