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Articlesby Jon AdlerJanuary 23, 2013

Misguided Legislation

Disabled federal agents face severe and unwarranted reductions to their Federal Employees Compensation Act (FECA) benefits should Title III of S. 1789, the "21st Century Postal Service Act," become law.

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Newsby Staff WriterJanuary 5, 2013

Federal Officer Safety Act Becomes Law

A federal law providing immunity for federal agents from local prosecution was signed into law by President Obama with the "fiscal cliff" deal on Wednesday.

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Articlesby David GriffithDecember 21, 2012

Gun Rights: Keep Up the Fight

The Newtown massacre could have as much effect on the firearms industry as 9/11 had on the airline industry. And it may result in the hasty passage of ill-conceived laws and onerous regulations that accomplish nothing but depriving law-abiding Americans of their rights.

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Newsby Staff WriterNovember 28, 2012

House Passes Bill Honoring Park Ranger

The House of Representatives has passed a bill (H.R. 5788) that would name the post office in Eatonville, Wash., in honor of Park Ranger Margaret Anderson.

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Articlesby Jon AdlerJune 20, 2012

The Congressional Badge of Bravery

Each year, thousands of law enforcement officers sustain injury during violent confrontations with dangerous criminals. It is important that Congress recognize the heroic performance and sacrifice of the brave men and women in law enforcement.

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Newsby Staff WriterJune 11, 2012

House Committee Sets Contempt Vote for Holder

The House Oversight Committee will vote on whether to hold Attorney General Eric Holder in contempt for failing to turn over documents relating to the "Fast and Furious" gun operation.

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Articlesby David GriffithMarch 5, 2012

FOCUS Act: A Law of Unintended Consequences

Recent news that Congress is considering a bill that could strip federal fish and game officers of their firearms struck a nerve with me. It's another example of civilians not realizing the dangers faced by these dedicated officers.

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Newsby Staff WriterFebruary 25, 2012

Tenn. Congressman Wants To Eliminate Air Marshals

The president of the Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association (FLEOA) said he was appalled by Rep. John Duncan's (R-Tenn.) latest criticism of the Federal Air Marshals Service (FAMS).

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Inside the Badge by Paul ClintonFebruary 21, 2012

Federal Stimulus Bill Establishes Public Safety Broadband Network

The federal government has agreed to establish a public safety broadband network for emergency first responders and provide funding for next-generation 911 technologies.

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Inside the Badge by Jon AdlerFebruary 17, 2012

Bill Would Strip Fed Wildlife Agents of Firearms

As written, the Freedom from Over‐Criminalization and Unjust Seizures (FOCUS) Act of 2012 would remove authority from U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and NOAA agents and officers to carry firearms.

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