Dear Association members, It strikes me as fundamentally cruel that absolute or qualified immunity exists in the law for every single government official in Massachusetts, but now the Senate wants to carve out an exception that will overly expose police officers, who have one of the most dangerous jobs that calls for split-second decisions [...]
On Saturday, July 4, 2020, at approximately 0300 hours, in the Town of Danielson, Connecticut, unknown individual(s) forced entry into a locked State Police cruiser and stole several items, including, but not limited to; a semi-automatic Bushmaster XM 15 Rifle. As a result of this threat to the public's safety, the Connecticut State Police [...]
On June 16, 2010, Sergeant Doug Weddleton was killed in the line of duty. Sgt. Weddleton was working a construction detail on Rt. 95 in Mansfield when he encountered a vehicle that had blocked the ramp. While speaking with the operator of this vehicle a second vehicle struck the first vehicle, which ultimately caused [...]
The State Police Association of Massachusetts was formed in 1968 to represent and act as the exclusive bargaining agent for all members of the uniformed branch of the Department of State Police, in all subject matter and procedures relating to wages, hours, standards of productivity and performance, and any other terms and conditions of [...]
The State Police Association of Massachusetts represents the Sergeants and Troopers that make up the uniformed branch of the State Police. For over 150 years, the Massachusetts State Police has served the Commonwealth with distinction, through natural disasters, terrorist attacks, riots and other disturbances. In recent days, we have ensured the safe exercise of [...]
Boston, MA – The State Police Association of Massachusetts is outraged at the tragic death of George Floyd. We denounce in the strongest terms the senseless acts of violence and destruction of property which followed, dishonoring Mr. Floyd's memory. The men and women of the Massachusetts State Police are highly trained, especially in de-escalation [...]
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, community based organizations that usually serve vulnerable populations on site are working overtime to reach out to their clients and make sure they have the things they need during these trying times. This work is especially challenging for smaller nonprofits in the Commonwealth. When the Association found out that [...]
FRAMINGHAM, MA— The State Police Association of Massachusetts (SPAM) and the Massachusetts State Police today announced that they are starting a new program to help a vulnerable population during the COVID-19 pandemic. “Chat with a Trooper” connects a group of senior citizens with volunteer state troopers for a friendly conversation during the COVID crisis. [...]
Massachusetts State Police troopers, beginning Monday morning, are launching an online calisthenics program designed to help kids get off the couch and get some exercise while still safely sheltering in place. SPRINGFIELD, Massachusetts -- Massachusetts State Police troopers, beginning Monday morning, are launching an online calisthenics program designed to help kids get off [...]
On duty members of the State Police Association were treated to dinner by Walburgers. This effort was spearheaded by IAFF General Secretary - Treasurer Ed Kelly, Boston Police Detectives Union VP Marty O'Malley and the State Police Association of Massachusetts. Dinner was delivered to troopers at SP Brighton (H4), SP Tunnels (H9) and SP South [...]
