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POAM Commends Prosecutor’s Findings in Grand Blanc Township Shooting

February 5, 2026

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Officers Cleared After Rapid, Life-Saving Response The POAM is extremely pleased that the Genesee County Prosecutor has cleared the officers of any wrongdoing in the serious incident they were involve...

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RPA’s Guide: 2026 Tax Guide

February 3, 2026

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Tax season is upon us, and Retirement Plan Advisors (RPA) are ready with their comprehensive 2026 Tax Guide. The 2026 Tax Guide This helpful resource outlines key deductions (standard, health, educati...

Clarifying Our Position and Reaffirming POAM’s Values

January 27, 2026

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On Sunday evening, January 26th, 2026, a social media post was shared by POAM’s vendor without our prior review or authorization. After being made aware of the post, it was immediately removed. We r...

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No Tax Overtime Reminder

January 21, 2026

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Federal “No Tax on Overtime” Provision President Trump’s recently passed “One Big Beautiful Bill” includes a federal tax provision that may provide meaningful relief for law enforcement offi...

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2026 Annual Convention Event Information

January 9, 2026

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Plan Your 2026 POAM ANNUAL CONVENTION Trip Please note: This page is subject to change as more details are released for the 2026 POAM Annual Convention. Check back frequently for the most recent infor...

RPA’s Guide: 2026 Retirement Planning

January 9, 2026

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2026 Retirement Plan Contribution Limits Planning for retirement this year means understanding what changes are coming in 2026. Retirement Plan Advisors highlights the major updates impacting 457(b) p...

Law Enforcement Appreciation Day

December 29, 2025

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Letter from POAM President, James Tignanelli The nation will recognize January 9, 2026, as Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. I am hopeful someone will take a moment to appreciate you on that day. In f...

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Pro-Police Measures Advanced in National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA)

December 17, 2025

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The U.S. House Advances NDAA Including Pro-Police Measures The final text of the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) was advanced by the U.S. House of Representatives on Decembe...

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POAM Supports Harsher Penalties for Disarming Officers Bill

December 17, 2025

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Harsher Penalties For Disarming Officers On November 6th, the Michigan House voted overwhelmingly (75‑25) to advance legislation aimed at imposing harsher penalties for disarming officers. Under cur...

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Austin Sadler’s Top 10 Exercises for Strength and Mobility

December 5, 2025

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Simple Exercises & Solutions for Common Officer Issues POAM’s fitness consultant, Austin Sadler, provides his top 10 exercises for strength and mobility, targeting common issues officers face on...