Important Update
Legislative Update – March 13, 2026
By Shane LaVigne, LaVigne Strategies
California’s fiscal outlook continues to present significant challenges as policymakers look beyond the current budget year. While the state closed a major deficit in the most recent budget through spending reductions, borrowing, and delayed expenditures, underlying structural issues remain. According to current projections, structural deficits are expected to reach or exceed $20 billion annually over the next three fiscal years, reflecting ongoing volatility in revenue tied heavily to capital gains and high-income earners.
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Governor’s Public Safety Officer Medal of Valor
Nominations for incidents in 2025 due May 1, 2026 The nomination period for the 2026 Governor’s Public Safety Officer Medal of Valor award (incidents from 2025) is open through May 1. The Medal of Valor nomination form can be found here: https://oag.ca.gov/system/files/media/mov-nomination-form_.pdf
CSLEA Holds Second 2026 Board of Directors Meeting
SACRAMENTO – On March 11, 2026, the California Statewide Law Enforcement Association (CSLEA) Board of Directors met at CSLEA headquarters to discuss union business at its second meeting held in the first quarter of 2026. “Although our CSLEA officers and directors just met in January, there is much work to be discussed and done as […]
Crisis Management & Command Conference Held in Rohnert Park -February 24–25, 2026
By FMESA President and CSLEA Director BJ Jones The California Office of Emergency Services Law Enforcement Branch (Cal OES LEB), in collaboration with the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST), held a Crisis Management and Command Conference on February 24 & 25, 2026, in Rohnert Park. Cal OES LEB Assistant Chiefs played […]
Nevada County Avalanche Response Highlights Value of Cal OES Law Enforcement Branch & CSTI Training
By FMESA President and CSLEA Director BJ Jones NEVADA COUNTY — Recently, an avalanche in Nevada County claimed the lives of nine skiers. In the midst of this tragedy, six individuals were rescued within hours of the incident. While the loss of life is deeply saddening, the response to this event powerfully demonstrates the value […]
Health Update: Wildlife Officer Chad Volheim, CSLEA & ACWO Member
From ACWO President Trevor Pell We are sharing an important update on Chad Volheim’s ongoing health battle following his sudden illness and hospitalization last summer. The Diagnosis Recent bloodwork has finally provided answers: Chad contracted Q fever, an extremely rare bacterial infection (with only 50–200 cases reported annually in the U.S.). While the […]
CSLEA Welcomes New State Parks Communications Operators to Union Membership
RANCHO CORDOVA – On February 11, 2026, California Statewide Law Enforcement Association (CSLEA) Membership Services Representative Victor Tovar conducted a new employee orientation for new State Parks communications operators training in Rancho Cordova. The orientation provided the communications operators with the benefits and services associated with union membership, including representation, access to CSLEA’s proven Legal […]
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Tow Company Owners in Southern California Arrested in nearly $6 Million Fraud Scheme
“Insurance fraud is not a victimless crime. Defrauding workers’ compensation put funds for assistance at risk, increases costs for policyholders, and disrupts the playing field for honest business owners.” CSLEA President Alan Barcelona LOS ANGELES — On March 11, 2026, brothers and tow company owners, Mark Hassan, 46, of Corona Del Mar, and Ahmed Hassan, 35 […]
SLO PD and Allied Agencies Keep Public Safe During “St. Fratty’s Day” Celebration
State Parks, CDFW, ABC, ASH assist “This team of law enforcement officers works to ensure that young people can have their celebrations and be safe at the same time. Thank you to all who worked over the weekend to assist.” – CSLEA President Alan Barcelona SAN LUIS OBISPO – On Saturday, March 14, 2026, the […]
Charges Filed Against 17 People in Operation Meltdown Drug Trafficking Case
“Hopefully the arrests of those allegedly involved in this operation put a dent in drug trafficking in our communities. Thank you to the participating law enforcement agencies who work to rid our communities of illegal drugs and those who sell them.” CSLEA President Alan Barcelona ROSEVILLE – On March 16, 2026, the Placer County District […]
Man Indicted in Connection with the 2019 Disappearance and Murder of Sutter Creek Teen
“Law enforcement agencies working together, and with determination even years after a crime has been committed, can produce results such as this. Our thoughts are with the victim’s family as they begin the road of criminal justice.” CSLEA President Alan Barcelona AMADOR COUNTY – On March 16, 2026, the Amador and San Joaquin County District […]
California DOJ Releases 2025 APPS Annual Report
“It takes a team of DOJ special agents and support staff to make APPS effective in removing firearms from those prohibited by law from possessing them. This program operates with public safety in mind and Californians are safer because of it.” CSLEA President Alan Barcelona SACRAMENTO– On March 13, 2026, the California Attorney General announced […]
One Arrested and One Rescued in Humboldt County Marijuana Enforcement Team Operation
“As the investigation into this case continues, we thank local and state law enforcement officers for investigating reports of human trafficking and regulatory violations related to licensed cannabis operations” CSLEA President Alan Barcelona HUMBOLDT COUNTY – On March 10 and 11, 2026, deputies with the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office Marijuana Enforcement Team (MET) served three […]
