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The WPPA’s 10th Annual Statewide Public Perception Survey
Since launching this annual effort a decade ago, the WPPA has been the only law enforcement group in the country to consistently commission objective public polling on issues related to […]
The WPPA Releases the Results of its 2021 Statewide Public Poll
Since 2013, the WPPA has been the only law enforcement group in the country to consistently commission objective public polling on issues related to policing in our communities. As Wisconsin’s […]
The WPPA Expresses Its Frustration with Gov. Evers’ Statements Regarding Jacob Blake Incident
(MADISON) – Following the detailed announcement by Kenosha County District Attorney Michael Graveley of his decision not to bring criminal charges against the Kenosha officers involved in the shooting of […]
The WPPA 2020 Legislative Report Card & Election Endorsements
The WPPA 2020 Legislative Report Card & Election Endorsements (MADISON, Wis.) – On October 30, the WPPA released its detailed assessment of state lawmakers and their treatment of law enforcement […]
The WPPA’s Statement on the Shooting of Jacob Blake
(MADISON, Wis.) – Following the shooting of Jacob Blake by officers in Kenosha on August 23, the executive director of the Wisconsin Professional Police Association (WPPA), Jim Palmer, issued this […]
The WPPA Issues Statement on the Death of George Floyd
(MADISON, Wis.) – Following the May 25 death of George Floyd, the executive director of the Wisconsin Professional Police Association (WPPA), Jim Palmer, issued this statement: We extend our […]
Gov. Evers Announces $200 Million Local Government Aid Program
MADISON — On May 27, Gov. Tony Evers announced the launch of the “Routes to Recovery: Local Government Aid Grants” program, a $200 million effort aimed at helping local leaders […]
The WPPA Public Poll on COVID-19 Issues
WPPA Survey Finds Overwhelming Statewide Support for Law Enforcement and ‘Stay at Home Orders’ (MADISON) – The state’s largest law enforcement group – the Wisconsin Professional Police Association (WPPA) – […]
National Police Week Recap
In 1962, President Kennedy proclaimed the week of May 15 as ‘National Police Week,’ a time during which our country annually recognizes those officers who have lost their lives in […]
New Law for Body-Worn Cameras
New Statutory Rules for Agencies Using Body-Worn Cameras Wis. Stat. § 165.87 On February 28, Gov. Tony Evers signed into law bipartisan legislation establishing uniform regulations and guidelines for the […]