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The Police Officers Association of Michigan is a full-service labor organization formed to provide a variety of services to law enforcement professionals.

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3 years
We are pleased to present @KellyBreenMI (D-Novi) with the POAM 2022 LEGISLATOR OF YEAR AWARD. Recognizing her hard work on PA 312, Binding Arbitration reforms, she is a former Novi City Council member, attorney, & is serving her 1st term in the Michigan House of Representatives.
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POAM will be live on Fox and Friends this morning alongside @TudorDixon
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6 months
POAM officially endorses Donald Trump for the 2024 Presidential Election. Learn more about the endorsement and Trump’s support for law enforcement nationwide. #Trump #LawEnforcement
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4 years
The POAM announces John James for U.S. Senate as our endorsement. Read more. #JohnJames #USSenator #LawEnforcement
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7 months
POAM President had great discussions with former US Rep. and current Michigan Senate candidate @MikeRogersForMI , General @RepJackBergman , and Congresswoman @RepLisaMcClain . They are committed to supporting law enforcement, enhancing community safety, and empowering servants.
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8 years
Welcome to the Oval Office, President @realDonaldTrump ! #YoureHired
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2 years
DNA helped identify a deceased Texas man whose body was found in a mid-Michigan river nearly 50 years ago with help from the @DNADoeProject . #DNALinks #SolvedColdCase
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“My message for you today is that you are NOT a comma or a decimal point. You are PEOPLE. You are families, sisters and brothers, mothers and fathers, and daughters and sons.” -POAM President, James Tignanelli #KeepYourPromises #HandsOffPensions #RallyinLansing
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6 years
Come satisfy your sweet tooth & get your ice cream scooped by your favorite @ShelbyTwp911 at Double Dippers in Shelby Township! #chillin
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6 years
@TroyMI_Police Department is hiring. Follow the link below to apply, or pass this information along to a friend. #JobOpenings #MichiganJobs
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6 years
We’re hiring!
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8 years
November 5: Chili Cook-off benefitting the @DetroitFire & the wife & children of @detroitpolice Capt. Ken "Shark" Steil at the @detroitzoo !
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2 years
POAM Business Agent Eric Ronewicz joined Rep @koleszar_matt and @GovWhitmer for the signing of House Bill 4247. This bill provides tuition assistance for families of first responders killed in the line of duty.
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8 years
Our thoughts, prayers, and love are with Sgt. Steil's family. We are #DetroitStrong
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3 years
We are pleased to present the POAM 2022 Legislator of Year Award to State Rep. @MattforMichigan (D-Plymouth). Recognized for his sponsorship of House Bill 4247 & expansion of the Police Officers and Firefighters Tuition Grant Act, which was signed into law in Dec. 2021.
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7 years
Thank you once again to the Metro Detroit Police & Fire Pipes & Drums. #POAM #AlwaysWorkingForYou
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8 years
A veteran Milan Police Department officer needs our kindness and help after enduring a tragic house fire.
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3 years
Representative @MattforMichigan , among a host of other representatives, sponsored House 4247 that will provide free tuition to the children and surviving spouses of Michigan police officers and firefighters killed in the line of duty. Read more.
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2 years
POAM was proud to endorse Representative Breen and always leads the way in political endorsements with more than 83% of our picks reaching office. It’s not a partisan matter. We endorse those who are interested in making our issues their issues. #MIPOAM #MILegislature
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6 years
“I’d much rather be in Washington, MI than Washington DC tonight.” - @realDonaldTrump
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7 years
128 officers died in the line of duty. May each and every one of them rest in peace.
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7 years
Dis doggo is ready for his first day on duty! Paw patrol is underway.
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4 years
@GovWhitmer FINALLY JUSTICE - the Michigan Supreme Court ruled against Governor Whitmer’s use of the 1945 emergency power law in the COVID-19 pandemic.
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6 years
"As the spark lights from candle to candle tonight, the light is passed to each one of us. Our lives without our officers look very different now than when we had them. We honor their legacy by continuing to live." - Cheryl Shultz, whose husband drowned saving a 12 year old boy.
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6 years
5 Law Enforcement Grants for K9 Units provided by AT&T today at the Police Officers Association of Michigan HQ. We split up $10,000 -all animals in attendance and their human servants barked with joy! @ATTCares @MLCmichigan @FOX2News @wxyzdetroit #LawEnforcement #GivingTuesday
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2 years
POAM President Jim Tignanelli attended the American Polish Cultural Center in Troy, MI, with @TudorDixon and a new supporter, former Congressional representative, and 2020 Presidential runner from Hawaii, @TulsiGabbard . #MichiganElections #Vote2022
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6 years
A local public safety department houses pets for victims of domestic violence after @SenGaryPeters ' new law, the Pet and Women's Safety Act (PAWS), passed. Read more.
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6 years
In honor of Law Enforcement Appreciation Day tomorrow, show your support to local and national law enforcement officers by sharing positive stories on social media or wearing blue. See more ways you can show support. #LEAD #PoliceOfficers
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8 years
Happy #NationalPetDay to all those brave police dogs out there! We're thankful for your service.
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4 years
#ICYMI : Our union endorses @JohnJamesMI "because he understands why our members choose to serve in the line of duty and what drives them to care for their communities and keep them safe. John James has our six and we have his.” Read more.
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7 years
HAPPENING NOW: Police & Fire Rally at the Capitol! Share your pictures & videos! We want to see them!! #RallyinLansing #HandsOffHealthcare #HandsOffPensions #KeepYourPromises
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7 years
"One thing that will never change is @SchuetteOnDuty 's support for police officers. Thank you for all that you do." -Matthew Schneider
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6 years
Congratulations to the AT&T K9 Grant winners! Five police and sheriff's departments were selected and will use this award to support their K-9s.
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7 years
Huge turnout for the Police & Fire Rally at the Capitol!! Thank you to everyone!! #RallyinLansing #HandsOffHealthCare #HandsOffPensions #KeepYourPromises
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7 years
POAM will be at Police Memorial Day today. Remember those fallen as their sacrifice should never be forgotten. #PoliceWeek2017
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9 years
So thankful to hear that Abigail Kopf is breathing on her own! Via @MLiveDetroit : #Kalamazoo
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6 years
The Donut Boy is in town! Have you heard about him? His goal is to serve a donut to every Police Officer in the whole country! POAM is donating the donuts to assist him in his efforts. All uniformed visitors today will get a donut!
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6 years
Congratulations on a great career! Here's to an even greater retirement!
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5 years
Stepping out of their family tradition, two brothers are serving at the same time in the same department, Salina Police Department. Read more about their journey. #Brothers #PoliceOfficers #SalinaPolice
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7 years
When we work together, anything is possible. THANK YOU for your hard work and persistence!
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4 years
During President @realDonaldTrump rally on Thursday, he mentioned the POAM endorsing his presidency during the upcoming election. Watch the video. #LawEnforcement #Michigan #POAM
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4 years
Watch as @JohnJamesMI accepts our endorsement for U.S. Senator for Michigan. #LawEnforcement #PoliceOfficers #JohnJames
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7 years
POAM committed to meeting in Dec & kept that commitment! The Task Force Report was accepted unanimously, then the other side declared they "need a little more." Elected officials are showing their true colors! #ThingsPoliticiansShouldntSay #IKeptMyEndOfTheBargain #Betrayal
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7 years
Freedom isn't free. Thank you to everyone who serves and who has served. #July4th
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7 years
A round of applause for every brave individual who was awarded Police Officer of the Year today. We are so thankful for you.
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6 years
POAM and Redford Township's K9 officer, Murphy, wish you a safe and pleasant weekend! #HappyFriday #K9Dogs
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7 years
Because of your donations, this is possible. Thank you. #WalterReed #Military #WoundedVeterans #ThankYou
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8 years
9 Year Old Girl Uses Birthday Money to Buy DPD Lunch! #love #kindness #detroit
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4 years
Members of POAM's executive board and staff are attending President @realDonaldTrump rally in Lansing, Michigan today. The rally begins at 2 p.m. #LawEnforcement #Michigan #PresidentialRally
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7 years
Nuff said. Great editorial by the @freep
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7 years
"I now I'm rambling a little. I'm not a great writer, I just write from my heart how I feel."
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6 years
Clinton Township Police receive "public dancing" citations in lip-sync battle in @ClintonTwpMI
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6 years
The POAM newsletter is going out again this week! Don't miss out!
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7 years
Hug a cop today. They could be saving your life tomorrow. #hugacop #thursdaythoughts
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6 years
POAM says "THANK YOU" for the large donation from the Monroe County Law Enforcement Unions; a combination of deputies, corrections, dispatch - both command and subordinate. This will help a future veteran (like the one pictured we gifted Monday) receive a Trac Chair!
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7 years
Happy Tuesday, y'all.
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Changing of the guard at the Law Enforcement Officers Memorial. #PoliceWeek2017
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7 years
We proudly stand behind and endorse @JeremyAllenMoss , Democratic candidate for the Michigan State Senate. @MISenDems
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A suspect was killed, and a deputy was left injured after a shooting in a police chase. Learn more about the incident. #PoliceChase #MuskegonMI
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7 years
Ladies and fellah's, we're excited to announce that the POAM Podcast is returning! Stay tuned for more details & hard-hitting topics.
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6 years
"The blood that runs through our veins is red. All spilled blood causes tears. We are all the same inside and that’s something I wish everyone remembered more.” - Gary Marchetti
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5 months
Fox & Friends this morning discussing the recent Presidential endorsement decision. Watch on - with @TudorDixon
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6 years
Happy Memorial Day! Enjoy this time with your families and say a little thanks to those who have served and given all. We are forever grateful.
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7 years
AT&T presented a check for $10,000 to the Defender Mobility foundation today in the rotunda of the Michigan capital. We have presented 16 Trac Fab chairs since 2013 and this will help us continue the mission to provide freedom to those who fought for ours. @ATT
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Wife of fallen law enforcement officer is "pushing for legislation to pass a law that would allow all children of fallen officers and firefighters who died in the line of duty have college taken care of at any public Michigan university." Read more.
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4 years
Four Canton police officers were honored for their quick action and life-saving efforts. Read more. #LawEnforcement #PoliceOfficers #Honor
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6 years
POAM's Kenneth E Grabowski, John Graver, Jon Pignataro, and Reggie Crawford along with Corporal Robin Hornbuckle attended the State of the State address in Lansing last night. Pictured are Lansing Lobbyist Matt Sowash, @leechatfield , @KenHornMI , @JimHaadsma , and @MattforMichigan .
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In response to the 2021 mass shooting at Oxford High School, Vassar Public Schools has deployed ZeroEyes, an AI-based gun detection platform with 24-hour retired military and law enforcement experts monitoring to prevent active shooter incidents.
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6 years
Watch this news clip of the @ATT Michigan Pioneers donating a hufe food donation in Saginaw. #ATTCares #HolidaySeason
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8 years
Donald Trump accepts POAM's endorsement for President... from a private jet! @realDonaldTrump #Trump2016
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7 years
"Thank you for your bravery and courage, for always running in when others are running out. You are the best among us." - @LtGovCalley
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Happy New Year from all of us at POAM. Enjoy your day!
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It's the perfect day to through our annual Police Reception at the @TuneInnDC ! All #lawenforcement officers are welcome, compliments of POAM. Enjoy yourselves tonight and thank you, from the bottom of our hearts, for all you do. You deserve this. #PoliceWeek2018
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POAM board members Kenneth Grabowski and Harry Valentine stand with John Skubalek from the Attorney General's Office at the groundbreaking ceremony for the Michigan Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Monument. POAM and our members are proud contributors to this memorial.
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6 years
Love baseball? Celebrate Law Enforcement Appreciation Day with us and the @tigers on August 12.
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7 years
Did you hear that the energizer bunny was arrested? He was charged with battery.
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7 years
POAM's goal is to raise $5k & fill gift bags for wounded soldiers at Walter Reed. We will hand these out during our annual visit in May. We rely on your continued help and kindness so if you can't donate, please RT. Everything helps! @WRBethesda
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National Police Weekend, hosted by The National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund, announces the schedule of in-person and virtual events running from September 30 to October 1st. #NationalPoliceWeekend #LawEnforcement
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Department of Natural Resources' Conservation Officer Jeff Ginn has saved five lives over the past seven years in the rural parts of West Michigan. Read more. #NaturalResources #SavingLives #WestMichigan
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8 years
Book your rooms at the @AmwayGrandPlaza today for the 2017 POAM Annual Convention! -->
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@realDonaldTrump 's FULL victory speech --> #POTUSTrump
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7 years
We are already proud of these guys. Looking forward to the future.
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10 months
Wishing all law enforcement families a safe and loving holiday!
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Watch #POAM President Jim Tignanelli and @DetroitRedWings singer Karen Newman honor our flag and ALL those who serve our country. #GodBlessAmerica
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6 years
Elected officials and candidates from local and state offices met with local officers and POAM representatives. Thanks to OCCOA President Joe Walker and his wife Angel for helping to make this happen.
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6 years
The POAM would like to thank Shelby Twp POA, Ann Arbor president Eric Ronewicz, Michigan Legislative Consultants ( @MLCmichigan ), & Eastern Michigan University Police ( @emupolicedept ) for their considerable #donations to our #WalterReed efforts! You are SO appreciated. #thankyou
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POAM wishes all of your current and retired police officers, sheriffs, and members a wonderful National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. #LawEnforcement #AppreciationDay
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On Monday, a Michigan police officer finished his 170-mile run to honor fallen law enforcement officers. Read more. #StJoseph #LawEnforcement
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Stay tuned for an update on today’s Lansing discussions. We are still hard at work for you! #KeepYourPromises
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