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2025 POAM Police Officer Of the Year Award Ceremony

May 21, 2025

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The Police Officers Association of Michigan proudly announces the 2025 Police Officer of the Year Award recipients at the 2025 Annual Convention. Each year, officers who have exhibited bravery and sel...

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POAM Spring Update from President Tignanelli

May 12, 2025

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POAM SPRING Update 2025 The POAM Spring Update offers a heartfelt message from President Jim Tignanelli as we head into Police Week 2025. This update reflects on the solemn remembrance of fallen offic...

COVID Recovery Funds | Legislative Updates | Michigan Public Safety Fund

State Rep. Harris Speaks on Public Safety Trust Fund

May 9, 2025

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State Representative Mike Harris, R-Waterford, introduced legislation to establish a $115 million Michigan Public Safety Trust Fund to reduce violence across the state. The proposed fund would allocat...

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First Responder Day at Michigan International Speedway

April 21, 2025

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2025 NASCAR Cup Series First Responder Day Michigan International Speedway and the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund (NLEOMF) are teaming up for the Michigan International Speedway NASCA...

On Thursday, April 17, 2025, POAM Executive Members Anthony Hall, Livonia Police Officers Association, and Alex McNulty, Canton Township Police Officers Association, testified before the Michigan House Government Operations Committee in support of House Bills 4260 and 4261, On Thursday, April 17, 2025, POAM Executive Members Anthony Hall, Livonia Police Officers Association, and Alex McNulty, Canton Township Police Officers Association, testified before the Michigan House Government Operations Committee in support of House Bills 4260 and 4261, Public Safety Trust Fund Legislation.

POAM Board Members Testify in Support of Public Safety Funding Legislation

April 18, 2025

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On Thursday, April 17, 2025, POAM Executive Members Anthony Hall, Livonia Police Officers Association, and Alex McNulty, Canton Township Police Officers Association, testified before the Michigan Hous...

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How the Federal Reserve Works

April 2, 2025

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The Retirement Plan Advisors (RPA) is pleased to share monthly retirement information with POAM members. This month’s post, written by Regional Director Matt Martin, introduces the Federal Reserve...

2024 Law Enforcement Night at Comerica Park

2025 Law Enforcement Night With the Detroit Tigers

March 24, 2025

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2025 Law Enforcement Night at Comerica Park To show appreciation to members of Law Enforcement and the Public Safety professions, the Detroit Tigers are offering an exclusive ticket package to law enf...

2025 St. Patrick’s Day Schedule for the Metro Detroit Police and Fire Pipes & Drums

March 12, 2025

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Join all the Irish and favorite POAM members as they produce holiday music and vibes. Come one, come all! 9:30 AM – Malone’s Tavern 32350 Van Dyke, Warren, MI 48093 10:45 AM – Dunleavy’...

Social Security Speeds Up Retroactive Payments and Increases Benefits for Millions

February 26, 2025

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Advocating for Change: Supporting the Social Security Fairness Act Who Will Benefit? The new law primarily assists: Police officers, firefighters, and teachers in various states Federal employees cov...

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Social Security Fairness Act for Law Enforcement

February 24, 2025

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Social Security Fairness Act Timeline Tuesday 02/25/2025 Social Security Speeds Up Retroactive Payments and Increases Benefits for Millions Today, the Social Security Administration (SSA) announced i...

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