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Upcoming STAN Board Meeting - March 16th, 2024
by Tara Johnson 20 Feb '24

20 Feb '24

Hello, If you have any agenda items you would like to have discussed at the upcoming STAN Board meeting on March 16th, please be in contact with your Troop Area or Retiree Representative. (Contact information is attached.) When the agenda is available - the week of the meeting, I will email it out. Please also find the attached approved meeting minutes for the August 19th meeting. The December 9, 2023 meeting minutes will be available following approval at the March 16th meeting. Thanks, Tara Tara Johnson Director of Operations & Benefits State Law Enforcement Bargaining Council STAN | NCOA | NSFMA PO Box 6729 Lincoln, NE 68506 Phone: 402.489.2081 Cell Phone: 402.440.8284 Fax: 402.489.6093 This email may contain confidential and privileged information for the sole use of the intended recipient. Any review or distribution by others is strictly prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please contact the sender and delete all copies.

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You're Invited to Join Rep. Flood's Back the Blue Roundtable on February 20th
by Tara Johnson 07 Feb '24

07 Feb '24

Hello! The previously scheduled event has been rescheduled for February 20th. It would be great to get some Troopers (active and retirees) to this event. If you have any questions or wish for me to rsvp for you, please let me know. Thank you, Tara Tara Johnson ________________________________ From: Gage, Taylor <Taylor.Gage(a)mail.house.gov> Sent: Wednesday, February 7, 2024 2:29:54 PM To: Gage, Taylor <Taylor.Gage(a)mail.house.gov> Cc: Rupiper, Noelle <Noelle.Rupiper(a)mail.house.gov>; Strong, Mike <Mike.Strong(a)mail.house.gov> Subject: You're Invited to Join Rep. Flood's Back the Blue Roundtable on February 20th [A picture containing text Description automatically generated] YOU’RE INVITED: NEBRASKA BACKS THE BLUE ROUNDTABLE ON FEBRUARY 20th Congressman Mike Flood invites you to join a “Nebraska Backs the Blue” Roundtable on February 20th. While respect for law enforcement has deteriorated in large urban centers, Nebraska has continued our tradition of supporting the men and woman who wear the uniform and keep our communities safe each and every day. At this roundtable, Rep. Flood hopes to hear about the challenges facing Nebraska’s law enforcement agencies as they work to recruit and retain the workforce of tomorrow. Feedback from the roundtable will help inform “Nebraska Backs the Blue” initiatives. ROUNDTABLE DETAILS When: 1:15 PM CT on February 20, 2024 Where: Cornhusker Office Plaza (Lower Level) 301 S 13th St, Lincoln, NE 68508 RSVP to Taylor Gage at taylor.gage(a)mail.house.gov<mailto:taylor.gage@mail.house.gov> Note: Each agency or organization is limited to two representatives due to space limitations. OBJECTIVE & BACKGROUND Let’s create a movement and system for getting more Americans to consider becoming law enforcement officials from both within and outside of Nebraska. We have a solid foundation to build upon. In 2022, before he entered Congress, Rep. Flood was the proud cosponsor of the Law Enforcement Attraction and Retention Act in the Nebraska Legislature. This bill provided a variety of cash incentives for individual officers to help law enforcement agencies retain their workforce. It received nearly unanimous approval from the body. In the 2023, State Senator Eliot Bostar offered and passed the First Responder Recruitment and Retention Law, which allows for sworn officers and their dependents to receive a 100% tuition waiver at any state university, college, or community college that is good for five years. Nebraska has also continually maintained the policy of qualified immunity for law enforcement officials, while many other states such as Colorado, Connecticut, New Mexico, and New York have done away with the policy.

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Henrichs Family Donations
by Tara Johnson 30 Jan '24

30 Jan '24

Hello all! You may have seen information about the Nebraska Troopers Charity, Inc. a 501(c)3 non-profit (separate from STAN/SLEBC which are both 501(c)5 non-profits) doing a fundraiser for the Henrichs family following his line of duty injury last month. The tax status is a benefit for those that wish to donate. First and foremost, Ryan is not one to ask for any help and probably doesn't love the fact we are doing this, but Michaela and Ryan - along with their family are so appreciative. The support they have felt, and the kindness has been amazing. This fund is truly helping her (them) out in ways we will never know - alleviating the stress of her not being able to bring her normal income home and really focus on helping Ryan get better. The funds will also be used to help with some unexpected expenses that workers comp has not (yet? ) covered - time will tell. I wanted to be sure to pass along a few different platforms that we are using to help the family out. We have purposefully not used Ryan's name, but if people put two and two together, they can probably figure out that Michaela is Ryan's wife via social media or by contacting our office or phoning a friend. As most of you, keeping things on the DL is what Ryan prefers. Direct Mail to the 501(c)3: Nebraska Troopers Charity Inc., 8540 Executive Woods Drive, Suite 500, Lincoln, NE 68512 (100% of funds will go to the family) GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/36ec84a2 (all funds less the GoFundMe non-profit fee will go to the family) Fund the First: https://fundthefirst.com/campaign/support-severely-injured-nebraska-state-t… (all funds less their MUCH smaller fee than GoFundMe will go to the family) Venmo: @NebraskaTroopersCharity-Inc (100% of funds will go to the family) [https://fundthefirst.com/storage/campaigns/5d918da8-b990-445b-9db6-707c64a5…]<https://fundthefirst.com/campaign/support-severely-injured-nebraska-state-t…> Fund the First | Support Severely Injured Nebraska State Trooper<https://fundthefirst.com/campaign/support-severely-injured-nebraska-state-t…> On December 11, 2023, a Nebraska State Trooper was involved in a high-speed pursuit when the suspect’s vehicle rammed his cruiser, causing a rollover accident. The trooper’s neck was broken in the incident leaving the Trooper and his family finding their new normal. The trooper underwent surgery to... fundthefirst.com We would love to have you share the details on either the GoFundMe or Fund the First webpage - and any/all the ways to support listed above with whomever you wish via email or social media. Thank you all, Tara Tara Johnson Director of Operations & Benefits State Law Enforcement Bargaining Council STAN | NCOA | NSFMA PO Box 6729 Lincoln, NE 68506 Phone: 402.489.2081 Cell Phone: 402.440.8284 Fax: 402.489.6093 This email may contain confidential and privileged information for the sole use of the intended recipient. Any review or distribution by others is strictly prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please contact the sender and delete all copies.

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Troop D Representative - Voting Results
by Tara Johnson 29 Jan '24

29 Jan '24

Members, On behalf of the STAN Board, below are the voting results for our special election for Troop D STAN Representative. Jeff Boston - 23 votes Eric Hesser - 15 votes Please help us in thanking both Jeff and Eric for their willingness to run for this position! Congratulations to Jeff! For those of you in the troop area, please be sure to have Jeff's personal phone number (308.241.1226) saved in your phone in the event of needing to contact him for whatever reason. His email for STAN related issues is jboston(a)netroopers.org Thank you, Tara Tara Johnson

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Free Chiefs Tickets - tonight's game
by Tara Johnson 13 Jan '24

13 Jan '24

Last minute tickets to give away! 2 Free tickets available to the Chiefs/Dolphins game tonight in KC. Contact Justin Parsons: 701-306-8920 for electronic transfer. Thanks, Tara Tara Johnson Director of Operations & Benefits State Law Enforcement Bargaining Council STAN | NCOA | NSFMA PO Box 6729 Lincoln, NE 68506 Phone: 402.489.2081 Cell Phone: 402.440.8284 Fax: 402.489.6093 This email may contain confidential and privileged information for the sole use of the intended recipient. Any review or distribution by others is strictly prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please contact the sender and delete all copies.

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First Responder Appreciation Day at Kansas Speedway
by Tara Johnson 10 Jan '24

10 Jan '24

Hi All, Below is an invitation to a First Responder Appreciation Day at the KC Speedway. It is Sunday, May 5th, and the link and details are listed below if you are interested! Thanks, Tara Tara Johnson This email may contain confidential and privileged information for the sole use of the intended recipient. Any review or distribution by others is strictly prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient please contact the sender and delete all copies. ________________________________ From: Darnoi, Nicholas <ndarnoi(a)nascar.com> Sent: Monday, January 8, 2024 10:14 AM To: Tara Johnson <tjohnson(a)netroopers.org> Subject: First Responder Appreciation Day at Kansas Speedway Hi Tara My name is Nick and I head up our Community Outreach team here at Kansas Speedway. I was looking to reach you today to get some information across regarding our First Responder Appreciation Day that we are putting together in May. I know Kansas City might be a bit of a hike, but I wanted to make sure that if there was anyone looking to go, that they had access to this offer we are putting out there. Here are the details: Where: Kansas Speedway When: Sunday, May 5th, 2024 What: * All first responders will receive a $40 reserved seat for the NASCAR Cup Series Race at Kansas Speedway * All will receive a 2024 NASCAR Commemorative Challenge Coin * Offer is extended to all family, friends, other first responders, and anyone looking to join * Fundraising opportunities available as requested Link: https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/Firstresponder6 If you could send the link and flyer out so that if there is anyone looking to take us up on the offer, they can, I'd really appreciate it Thank you for your service and kind regards, Nick [cid:prBNjBAL1ZK-bjqj2ik2qFv1BxKEUw9yh1ZmS5vTsIM] Nick Darnoi | Account Executive, Group Sales One Daytona Blvd, Daytona Beach, FL 32114 Office: 386-200-9404 | Cell: 248-421-4477

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(ICYMI) VIDEO RELEASE: Congressman Flood Delivers Floor Speech for National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day
by Tara Johnson 09 Jan '24

09 Jan '24

[Image] FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 8, 2023 MEDIA CONTACTS Kennedy Stowater, 202-870-0688 Video Release: Congressman Flood Delivers Floor Speech for National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day [Image]<https://youtu.be/z7LIK2ZVtq0> WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman Mike Flood recently delivered a speech on the House Floor honoring law enforcement officers ahead of National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, which is observed January 9th. Video of the remarks can be found by clicking here<https://youtu.be/z7LIK2ZVtq0>. News outlets are welcome to use the footage for their reporting purposes. The full text of the speech is below. Mister Speaker, As National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day approaches, I rise to salute our men and women who keep our communities safe each and every day. It wasn’t long ago that law enforcement were almost universally respected in America. The blue uniform was a symbol not just of law and order, but also of community peace and harmony. Police men and policewomen belonged among the most trusted community members alongside nurses, teachers, firefighters, and postal workers. But something happened in 2020. Anti-police riots erupted in communities across the country. Places like Seattle, Minneapolis, and Chicago were besieged by violence. Violent protestors set up a law enforcement-free zone in Seattle known as “Chaz.” Civil unrest in Minneapolis led to half a billion dollars worth of damage while city leadership failed to keep order after George Floyd’s death. Folks looted the magnificent mile in Chicago while the world watched America burn. But this destruction wasn’t tolerated in Nebraska. When disorder erupted in two of our major cities, then-Governor Pete Ricketts cracked down. He deployed the State Patrol and the National Guard to assist communities and protected businesses and homeowners. Since the national unrest in 2020, Nebraska has doubled down on our commitment to supporting our men and women in blue. While some states have repealed traditional protections for law enforcement, Nebraska has maintained qualified immunity. This is critical to ensuring law enforcement officers can do their jobs without the threat of frivolous lawsuits or complaints. Last year, before I came to Congress, I was the proud cosponsor of the Law Enforcement Attraction and Retention Act in our legislature. This bill provides a variety of cash incentives for individual officers to help law enforcement agencies retain their workforce. It received almost unanimous approval from the body. This year, the legislature in Nebraska passed the First Responder Recruitment and Retention Act. It covers 100 percent of tuition for law enforcement officers, firefighters, and their children who want to get a college degree from a community college, a state college, or a university. We are the first state in the nation to give police officers, their families, and their children free college – recognizing that what they do is important and it is needed. If you’re living in one of those places where law enforcement are under attack, I want you to look at Nebraska – look at what we can do for you and your family. We have a wide variety of opportunities available in law enforcement. The Nebraska State Patrol is the finest statewide agency in the nation led by the outstanding Colonel John Bolduc. Our two biggest cities have fantastic large agencies that provide lots of opportunities to advance. And if you like to hunt, we can help you there too. We have lots of opportunities in smaller agencies, mid-sized communities, and a plethora of options. There truly is an opportunity for every law enforcement officer — and it comes with a low cost of living and competitive salaries. Our communities need police officers. Rural communities need police officers. We are doing what we can in Nebraska to make it as attractive to people across the country as humanly possible. As we honor our peace officers on Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, I invite anyone working in the profession to consider my great state as you think about your career and what’s best for your family. And know that Nebraskans support you, we salute your work, and wish you all the best as you continue to protect communities in the Good Life and across our country. May God bless you and may God bless the United States of America. Thank you and I yield back. ### KENNEDY STOWATER | Press Secretary Office of Congressman Mike Flood (NE-01) O: (202)225-4806 | C: (202)870-0688 343 Cannon House Office Building [A picture containing text, sign Description automatically generated]<https://twitter.com/USRepMikeFlood>

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Tomorrow - STAN Board Meeting
by Tara Johnson 08 Dec '23

08 Dec '23

Hello Members! I have attached the STAN Meeting Agenda for tomorrow's board meeting as well as the current contact information for the STAN representatives. In a quest to ensure the STAN Board is transparent, we’re doing our best to let you know what items the board is working on. We also hope that if you have anything concerning that isn’t listed, please reach out if you haven’t yet – many troop area level items are discussed in executive session to protect individual’s privacy. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out. Be safe, Tara P.S. This is the first email being sent out with our new email system. Please ask your fellow members to ensure it didn’t land in spam or junk mail. 😊 Thanks!! Tara Johnson Director of Operations & Benefits State Law Enforcement Bargaining Council STAN | NCOA | NSFMA PO Box 6729 Lincoln, NE 68506 Phone: 402.489.2081 Cell Phone: 402.440.8284 Fax: 402.489.6093 This email may contain confidential and privileged information for the sole use of the intended recipient. Any review or distribution by others is strictly prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient please contact the sender and delete all copies.

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