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Appropriations Process Underway

July 11, 2025

With President Trump’s signing of the FY 2025 budget reconciliation package—formally titled the “One Big Beautiful Bill”—Congress has shifted its focus to the FY 2026 appropriations process. Lawmakers must pass all twelve annual appropriations bills by September 30 to avoid a government shutdown, as the current continuing resolution (CR), in place since October 2024, is set to expire at the end of the fiscal year.

Chief's Counsel

Chief’s Counsel: Challenges to DEI Programs in Policing

In light of the recent U.S. government actions related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), it is important for police leaders to be mindful of their ongoing obligations to comply with state and...

Focus on Officer Wellness

Focus on Officer Wellness: The Power of Lifestyle Changes

Testosterone is often considered the “male hormone,” but it’s for both men and women. While men produce significantly more testosterone than women (roughly 10 times more), both genders need this...

IACP@Work

IACP@Work: Bringing Research to Reality

Policing today is influenced by demands for transparency, accountability, and innovation and for evidence-based policing strategies with measurable outcomes. In this environment, the value of sound re...

Roll Call

Roll Call: Brian O’Hara

I joined the IACP for the opportunities to meet and learn from chiefs all over the world and for the opportunities to learn from industry experts....

Exposition

Exposition: August 2025

Police Chief keeps you on the cutting edge of law enforcement technology with monthly product announcements. Items about new or improved products are based on news releases supplied by manufacturers a...

Index to Advertisers

Ad Index: August 2025

The advertisers in this issue can help equip your department with the most efficient tools available today! Always mention Police Chief when contacting our advertisers. Please contact AdBoom ...

Perspectives

Perspectives: August 2025

As you begin your career in law enforcement, remember that your badge is a piece of you—it is not your whole identity. Stay grounded in who you are outside the uniform—your values, your relationsh...

Tech Talk

Tech Talk: Protecting Essential Operations

Today’s police agency has many digital systems to support its operations, and cybersecurity attacks can cripple these operational systems, taking away vital tools from officers. One example is the d...

Spotlight

Spotlight: Engage, Educate, Empower

Although it is a key factor, safety is not always solely about the absence of crime. It’s also the presence of opportunity, connection, and well-being. A growing wave of police leaders, scholars, an...

The Brief

The Brief: The IACP Launches the Trust Building Campaign Toolkit

Community trust in the police is essential to effective policing, public safety, and supporting the security and well-being of both officers and community members. Trust is vital to establishing a saf...