The new Minnesota Legislature is in session. There are Bills that have been introduced to exempt Public Employee Pensions and Social Security from State Income Tax. Hard working LEO’s and CO’s shouldn’t be double taxed when they retire after years of public service. These are the Bills. We encourage you […]

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November 9th is National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. MNPEA wants to extend our thanks and appreciation for all of our Law Enforcement members. You work a dangerous and often thankless job. We take this day to extend our thanks and appreciation for you.

The NY Post is reporting: A California sheriff’s deputy was killed in the line of duty by a career criminal who was then shot dead by police following a wild car chase Thursday, officials said. Isaiah Cordero, a deputy with the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department, was gunned down by William […]

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MNPEA wishes you a Happy New Year.

MNPEA wishes all of you and your families a Merry Christmas!

Minnesota has a $17.6 billion surplus. Up from last year’s surplus of about $7 billion!MNPEA believes all Public Employees are overtaxed! There should be no State income Tax on your Pension and no State income tax on your Social Security. Our neighbor to the West, South Dakota does not tax […]

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MNPEA wishes all of you and your families a very Happy Thanksgiving!

To all who served a heartfelt thank you!Happy Veterans Day

Being a Correctional Officer is a dangerous job worked out of sight and mind. Most assaults on CO’s never make the news. Here’s a couple that have. Inmate Stabs Rikers Correction Officer 15 Times in ‘Callous’ Attack: Officials This was an assault on a female CO-DYS acknowledges error, says corrections […]

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Minneapolis 911 is offering a $1,000 hiring bonus to attract new 911 operators. Details Here-httpss://kstp.com/kstp-news/local-news/minneapolis-launches-incentive-program-to-recruit-911-dispatchers/ This is a MNPEA represented position! Those interested in applying can learn more HERE.

It’s 9/11. Twenty One years ago our nation was attacked.Thousands of citizens and many First Responders including 60 police officers and 343 Firefighters lost their lives that day. Never Forget!

MNPEA wishes all of you a Happy Labor Day Weekend. A special thanks to our Correctional Officers and LEO’s who will be working the Holiday weekend keeping us safe.

The Anoka County Sheriff’s Office is reporting: We remember Anoka County Sheriff’s Office Detention Deputy Richard Legler. During the early morning hours on Saturday, August 9, 1986, Richard Legler and fellow Detention Deputy Anthony Hesch, were on their way to work at the Anoka County Jail. An unknown dark colored […]

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Bring Me The News is reporting: The Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office said one of its deputies was found dead inside his vehicle this week. Deputy Dallas Edeburn was found dead inside his vehicle on Monday. According to the preliminary autopsy report, no signs of trauma nor injuries were found…. According […]

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From MSN-“We are deeply saddened to report that a correctional officer at the Davis Correctional Facility in Holdenville, Oklahoma, has died from an injury sustained after an attack by an inmate earlier today,” the Oklahoma Department of Corrections said in a press release. A group of inmates were being returned […]

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On the latest episode of “Liz Collin Reports,” Liz spoke with a close friend and former colleague of Kim Potter who’s been tirelessly advocating for her release from prison. Take a listen and see the devastating effect the Dante Wright/Kim Potter trial has had on the Brooklyn Center PD and […]

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NYPOST– Three people, including an off-duty correction officer, were shot during a party at a Queens motorcycle club on Sunday night….The off-duty CO, David Donegan, allegedly spotted another man, Mark Gibbs, whip out a gun and shoot at a vehicle, according to police sources. Donegan returned fire, striking Gibbs three […]

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MNPEA wishes all of you a Happy Independence Day.Enjoy your 4th of July weekend.

The city of El Monte, CA announced Corporal Michael Paredes and Officer Joseph Santana were killed in the line of duty. They were murdered by Justin William Flores who is accused of killing the two El Monte police officers Tuesday night. He had a previous strike conviction and received two […]

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According to WCCO, Pennington County CO’s were assaulted by Eric Reinbold during an escape attempt. Reinbold is in custody after stabbing his wife to death. It all began during routine med rounds. See WCCO link HERE for full story

ATTENTION MNPEA MEMBERS! Starting at 8:00 a.m. today, the application for Front Line Worker Pay will become live. You have until July 22 to apply! All employers are obligated to post the application at your work place, and assist in the application process. Visit the attached link for more information. […]

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Wishing everyone a Happy Memorial Day weekend.Remembering those who gave the ultimate sacrifice.

MNPEA is proud to honor our Law Enforcement professionals during National Police week. Whether you are wearing Blue or Brown the badge separates you from the rest. Being a law enforcement officer is a difficult and dangerous job, even more so in today’s political climate. We appreciate all of you […]

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Welcome Freeborn County Sheriff’s Office Jail Programmers.MNPEA looks forward to representing you.