UFPO Testifies for Expanded Law Enforcement Rights in Vermont
Last week the United Federation of Police Officers Vermont Lobbyist testified before the House Committee on General and Housing, advocating for the expansion of survivor death benefits to Vermont law enforcement professionals. There is currently no State of Vermont death benefit for the survivors of law enforcement who give the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty, but there is for other first responders in the State.
In addition, United Federation of Police Officers Vermont Lobbyist spoke in the Senate Committee on Government Operations on the importance of equity for law enforcement retirement benefits under the Vermont State Retirement Systems, advocating strongly for fair and just retirement benefits for those who dedicate their lives to serving our communities. Unfortunately, there is still disparity here for the hard-working men and woman in law enforcement.
These are all ongoing critical efforts aimed to ensure those who serve our communities and their families are properly supported and never forgotten.
As the United Federation of Police Officers is the ONLY law enforcement union in Vermont lobbying on behalf of all law enforcement, we remain committed to continue working with the Vermont Police Association to standing up for our law enforcement community, their families, and the future of policing in the Green Mountain State.
