(Chicago) This year the Professionalizing Law Enforcement Community Engagement Training (PLECET) National Conference was held… Read More
NEWS
HAPCOA Board Member Publishes CHECKPOINTS: The Blueprint to EmotionalHealth for First Responders.
April 4, 2025
HAPCOA National Board Vice President, Assistant Chief (retired) Reuben Ramirez,Dallas Police Department, published: Checkpoints: The… Read More
HAPCOA Member Named to Maryland Hall of Heroes
March 5, 2025
HAPCOA’s International Ambassador At Large, Alex Zunca was named to the Maryland Hall of Heroes.… Read More
The Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association (HAPCOA) NationalBoard has decided to reschedule the National… Read More
HAPCOA Member Awarded International Community Leader Award
January 6, 2025
(Washington, DC) HAPCOA’s National Board Ambassador at Large, Alejandro Zunca, was awarded the Community Leader… Read More
(Austin) Congratulations to Dallas Police Department Chief Eddie Garcia and Assistant Chief Reuben Ramirez who… Read More
HAPCOA Member Leads Department to Excellence Award
June 7, 2024
Chief Paul Chapa of the Trinity University Police Department was proud to announce that they… Read More
HAPCOA Attends Professionalizing Law Enforcement Community Engagement Training (PLECET) in Atlanta, GA
May 13, 2024
HAPCOA Executive Director Tony Chapa and Immediate Past National President Don Tijerina attended the Professionalizing… Read More
HAPCOA Attends the Bureau of Justice Assistance, Criminal Justice Workforce of the Future Event in Wichita, KS
May 12, 2024
HAPCOA Immediate Past National President Don Tijerina attended the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) Criminal… Read More
NCIS personnel Attended the 2023 HAPCOA’s Annual Training Symposium
November 16, 2023
NCIS personnel, including Deputy Director for Operations Christopher McMahon, attended the 2023 Hispanic American Police… Read More
In conjunction with Hapcoa’s 50th Annual National Training Symposium, we hosted a career and exhibit… Read More
Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS) seeks Hispanic recruits in San Antonio
November 15, 2023
During the 50th Anniversary symposium organized by the Hispanic American Command Officers Association (HAPCOA) in… Read More
UPDATED: The upcoming HAPCOA 50th Anniversary National Law Enforcement Training Symposium: November 13-16, 2023, in San Antonio, TX
October 31, 2023
(San Antonio) The Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association (HAPCOA) will hold its 50th Anniversary… Read More
HAPCOA Statement in Response to the current crisis in Israel
October 13, 2023
The Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association (HAPCOA) condemns the horrific terrorist attacks upon Israel.… Read More
(Los Angeles) The Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association (HAPCOA) Los Angeles Chapter hosted a… Read More
Avoiding Scams that Target Immigrants
May 24, 2023
By Jennifer Leach When there are big changes that lead to confusion, scammers prosper. Pretty… Read More
(San Antonio) A member of the Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association (HAPCOA) National Board,… Read More
HAPCOA Los Angeles Chapter Hosts Mixer
May 3, 2023
(Los Angeles) The Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association (HAPCOA) Los Angeles Chapter, hosted a… Read More
HAPCOA Board Member Promoted to NCIS Assistant Director
February 2, 2023
(Quantico, VA) Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS) Director Omar R. Lopez, promoted HAPCOA Vice President… Read More
HAPCOA Hosts National Law Enforcement Training Symposium in Los Angeles
November 23, 2022
(Los Angeles) The Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association hosted its National Law Enforcement Training… Read More
SAVE THE DATE for the upcoming HAPCOA National Training Symposium: November 14-17, 2022, in Los Angeles at the Omni Hotel
October 3, 2022
(Los Angeles). The Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association (HAPCOA) will hold its 49th Anniversary… Read More
HAPCOA Awards Aguila Statue Award to National Latino Peace Officers Association in recognition of 50 years of Service
September 19, 2022
(San Diego, CA). The Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association (HAPCOA), Executive Aguila Award Committee,… Read More
As crime escalates and tensions between police and some communities linger, law enforcement organizations are… Read More
May 30, 2022, San Antonio, TX — The Hispanic American Police Command OfficersAssociation (HAPCOA) issues… Read More
HAPCOA Attends US Marshals Service Law Enforcement Round Table
December 20, 2021
(Washington, DC). On December 15, 2021, the Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association (HAPCOA) accepted… Read More
HAPCOA Presents Gold Medal of Valor to Washington DC Metropolitan Police and US Capitol Police
December 20, 2021
(Washington, DC) On December 16, 2021, Members of the HAPCOA National Capitol RegionChapter presented two… Read More
California Governor appoints HAPCOA Board Member to Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training
December 16, 2021
Marina Police Chief Tina Nieto has been appointed to the Commission on Peace OfficerStandards and… Read More
FEMA Hosts Law Enforcement Roundtable
December 1, 2021
On Nov. 15, FEMA held a virtual roundtable discussion with national law enforcement and public… Read More
HAPCOA Announces 2019/2020 Aguila Statue Award Winner
November 12, 2021
The Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association (HAPCOA) announces the winner of the 2019/2020 National… Read More
HAPCOA Participates in 33rd Annual Candlelight Vigil
October 15, 2021
(Washington, DC). HAPCOA was invited to participate in the 33rd Annual Candlelight Vigil, hosted by… Read More
HAPCOA Support National Faith and Blue Weekend 2021
October 11, 2021
(Washington DC) The Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association (HAPCOA), in partnership with major National… Read More
HAPCOA and ChORUS Partner to Promote Traffic Safety
October 5, 2021
From September 15 to October 15, 2021, we celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month(link is external)… Read More
HAPCOA Supports National Faith and Blue Weekend
September 23, 2021
LAW ENFORCEMENT GROUPS ANNOUNCE LARGEST POLICE-COMMUNITY OUTREACH INITIATIVE EVER As crime escalates and tensions between… Read More
HAPCOA Welcomes Special Guest Speaker and Author Linden Gross
August 23, 2021
Join us for a general membership meeting and special presentation by author Linden Gross as… Read More
HAPCOA Presents at DRI Civil Rights & Liability Seminar
August 23, 2021
(Nashville) Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association (HAPCOA) was invited to participate on a roundtable… Read More
WASHINGTON, DC – On May 13, 2021, Larry Cosme, President of the Federal Law Enforcement… Read More
HAPCOA Salutes LA Corps Honoree Gerard Orozco
April 9, 2021
(Los Angeles) HAPCOA LA Chapter supporting member and corporate sponsor Gerard Orozco will be recognized… Read More
HAPCOA is Proud to Announce a Partnership with Northcentral University
February 22, 2021
HAPCOA is proud to announce a partnership with Northcentral University, a nonprofit based in San… Read More
Harvard University Police Department Appoints “Community Engagement and Inclusion Chair”
February 22, 2021
Harvard University (HUPD) Interim Police Chief Denis Dowing, announced effective Monday February 22, 2021, Sgt.… Read More
Alejandro Mayorkas Sworn in as Secretary of Homeland Security
February 3, 2021
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITYOffice of Public Affairs Alejandro Mayorkas Sworn in as Secretary of… Read More
Read more about National Faith & Blue Weekend.
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HAPCOA: LA District Attorney George Gascón Sworn-In
December 8, 2020
(Los Angeles) On Monday, December 7, 2002, George Gascón was sworn in as the 43rd… Read More
HAPCOA: 2020 Women Law Enforcement Executive of the Year
December 2, 2020
The National Association of Women Law Enforcement Executives (NAWLEE) hosted its national meeting on August… Read More
Tuition Reduced for HAPCOA Members at Northcentral University
December 2, 2020
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HAPCOA Invited to Participate in DHS SIMEX Planning Symposium
December 2, 2020
(Washington) The Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association (HAPCOA) was invited to attend the Initial… Read More
HAPCOA Gold Medal Winner Releases New Book
November 11, 2020
(Washington, DC) Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association (HAPCOA) member Victor Avila, a retired ICE… Read More
National Faith and Blue Weekend: October 9-11, 2020
September 1, 2020
ANNOUNCING NATIONAL FAITH AND BLUE WEEKEND: A Public-Private Collaborative Effort to Build Bridges and Break… Read More
Blossoms and Bling!
August 25, 2020
Our sweet Brooke Elizabeth loved wearing and sharing beautiful blossoms and bling! Now YOU can… Read More
A WRITTEN STATEMENT: Prepared by the National Board of Directors of the Hispanic American Police… Read More
HAPCOA Member Presents LEARN Lecture
July 17, 2020
On July 16, 2020, Mr. Paul J. Chapa who serves as the Assistant Vice President… Read More
HAPCOA Responses to Negative Social Media Posts
July 15, 2020
A Written Statement: Prepared by theNational Board of Directors of theHispanic American Police Command Officers… Read More
(Washington, DC) On June 16, 2020, President Trump signed an Executive Order to foster closer… Read More
A Written Statement: Prepared by the National Board of Directors of the Hispanic American Police… Read More
On Peace Officers Memorial Day and during Police Week, we commend the brave men and… Read More
HAPCOA’s statement to the Presidential Commission on Law Enforcement and the Administration of Justice
May 4, 2020
A WRITTEN STATEMENTSubmitted to thePresidential Commission on Law Enforcement and the Administration of JusticeOn behalf… Read More
HAPCOA Supports the Annual Candlelight Vigil
May 4, 2020
HAPCOA has supported the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund (NLEOMF) Annual Candlelight Vigil by… Read More
HAPCOA on Call with Acting Secretary Wolf, DHS
April 10, 2020
(Washington, DC) HAPCOA was invited to participate in a symposium call with Acting Secretary Chad… Read More
DHS Release: COVID-19 Law Enforcement Exposure and Risk Mitigation – Best Practices Resource Guide
April 9, 2020
Law Enforcement Administrators, Leadership, Officers, and Civilian Staff The U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Office… Read More
HAPCOA Supports the Fourth Annual Attorney General’s Award for Distinguished Service in Policing
April 2, 2020
Now Accepting Nominations until 8:00 PM EDT, April 24, 2020 The U.S. Department of Justice… Read More
HAPCOA National Board Announcements
March 17, 2020
(San Antonio) With the postponement of the HAPCOA 46th Annual National Law Enforcement Training Symposium,… Read More
(San Antonio) The Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association (HAPCOA) has decided to postpone its… Read More
Safeguarding the Community
March 10, 2020
Local police departments have to closely work with the communities they serve and protect. In… Read More
HAPCOA Attends Inauguration of the President’s Commission of Law Enforcement and the Administration of Justice.
January 24, 2020
(Washington) The Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association (HAPCOA) was invited to attend the Inauguration… Read More
HAPCOA Attends 3rd Annual Attorney General’s Award for Distinguished Service in Policing.
January 6, 2020
(Washington, DC) The 3rd Annual Attorney General’s Award for Distinguished Service in Policing was held… Read More
HAPCOA Member named Secretary of the Department of Public Security (DSP) in Puerto Rico
January 6, 2020
(San Juan) HAPCOA is proud to announce and support the nomination of Mr. Pedro “Pete”… Read More
HAPCOA Attends ABA National Summit on Firearms Violence
November 21, 2019
(Washington, DC) The American Bar Association (ABA), Standing Committee on Gun Violence, held an executive… Read More
HAPCOA AGUILA AWARDS PROGRAM
November 19, 2019
Award Nominations Now Accepted: Deadline February 15, 2020 The Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association… Read More
HAPCOA Supports DHS Women in Law Enforcement Mentoring Program
November 18, 2019
(Washington DC) HAPCOA offers its support of the DHS Women in Law Enforcement Mentoring Program. … Read More
HAPCOA and GAHLEP Attend Dominican National Police Event
November 4, 2019
(Santo Domingo) The Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association (HAPCOA) and the Global Alliance of… Read More
HAPCOA Partners with the Variety Television Network (VTN)
October 28, 2019
HAPCOA is now partnering with a TV show that will give us exposure to a… Read More
HAPCOA Members Recognized at GAHLEP International Award Gala
October 7, 2019
(New York) The Global Alliance of Hispanic Law Enforcement Professionals (GAHLEP) sponsored its 7th Annual… Read More
Honoring Charles “Carlos” Garcia, who passed away on September 22, 2019
September 24, 2019
Charles “Carlos” Garcia With a heavy heart, HAPCOA reports the passing of Charles “Carlos” Garcia,… Read More
HAPCOA member named Interim Chief of Police
September 3, 2019
On August 20, 2019, Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association (HAPCOA) San Antonio Chapter President… Read More
HAPCOA Attends NOBLE 2019 Symposium
September 3, 2019
HAPCOA was invited to attend the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE) 2019… Read More
HAPCOA Invited by DHS to visit Southwest Boarder
September 3, 2019
San Antonio Chapter President Don Tijerina represented HAPCOA on a Southwest Border visit, June 2-6,… Read More
A Quick Look at Law Enforcement Mental Health Resources (Chaplaincy, Peer Support, Employee Assistance Programs)
August 30, 2019
Andrea Fata (USSS –EAP) has graciously put together the following Mental Health resources IACP Psychological… Read More
(New York City) On Sunday, July 14, 2019, HAPCOA and the Global Alliance of Hispanic Law… Read More
BJA – Medal of Valor Call for Nominees is Open
July 11, 2019
HAPCOA encourages all to consider nominating deserving members of your agencies for the DOJ/BJA Medal… Read More
Trinity University Awarded IACLEA Accreditation
June 28, 2019
(Vancouver) The International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators (IACLEA) held’s its 61st Annual Symposium &… Read More
3rd Annual Alpha 5195 Fishing Tournament
June 25, 2019
(South Padre Island, TX) ICE Special Agent Jaime Jorge Zapata was honored by HAPCOA with… Read More
Nominate a Public Safety Officer for the Medal of Valor
June 20, 2019
Federal, state, local, and tribal public safety officers perform courageous acts in communities across our… Read More
HAPCOA Award Winner recently named Director of NCIS
May 30, 2019
(Washington, DC) The Secretary of the Navy Richard Spencer recently named Omar Lopez Director of the Naval… Read More
HAPCOA National Board and San Antonio Chapter members attended the 44th Annual Heroes Luncheon sponsored… Read More
(Washington DC) The Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association (HAPCOA) along with the Spanish American… Read More
Special Agent in Charge of the Vice Presidential Protective Division Awarded Aguila Statue Award.
May 18, 2019
WASHINGTON – There was a time when Hector Hernandez questioned his future in law enforcement.… Read More
HAPCOA Attends 2019 National Police Week Activities
May 15, 2019
(Washington, DC) The Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association (HAPCOA) was invited to attend a… Read More
HAPCOA signs MOU with GAHLEP
May 6, 2019
(Baltimore) The Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association (HAPCOA) has signed a historic Memorandum of… Read More
HAPCOA Swears in 2019 National Board
May 6, 2019
(Baltimore) Each year, during the HAPCOA General Membership meeting, the HAPCOA National Board is elected… Read More
(Baltimore) The Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association (HAPCOA) sponsors the coveted “AGUILA Awards Program”.… Read More
2019 Scholarship Awards Reception
April 30, 2019
HAPCOA Youth Scholarship Information: http://hapcoa.org/templates/files/hapcoa-scholarship-info.pdf
Latinos Lead Federal Law Enforcement Agencies in Los Angeles in 2012
February 26, 2019
HAPCOA Salutes Jesus “Chuy” Rangel on having his art piece entitled “Los Chingónes de Califas” being… Read More
HAPCOA Congratulates SAC Ivan Acosta, NCIS
January 29, 2019
HAPCOA National Board Vice President Ivan Acosta, Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS), was recently promoted… Read More
Alonzo Peña (https://www.hstoday.us/federal-pages/dhs/ice/former-ice-deputy-director-alonzo-pena-dies/) Mr. Alonzo Peña was the President and Founder of DMEP based in… Read More
HAPCOA LA Chapter Swears in New Board
December 23, 2018
(Los Angeles) The newly formed HAPCOA LA Chapter held its Holiday Mixer on December 12,… Read More
1000 Food baskets distributed to families in our local community
December 17, 2018
(Prince George’s County, Maryland) The Hispanic American Police Command Officers’ Association-National Capitol Region (HAPCOA-NCR), the… Read More
HAPCOA Attends Research Summit on Women in Policing
December 6, 2018
(Washington DC) The National Institute of Justice (NIJ) hosted a Research Summit on Women in… Read More
HAPCOA’s Ray Leyva selected to serve as LA County Undersheriff
November 30, 2018
(Los Angeles) Los Angeles County Sheriff-elect Alex Villanueva (to be sworn in on Monday, December… Read More
HAPCOA Attends DOJ/COPS Law Enforcement Roundtable
November 6, 2018
(Washington DC) HAPCOA was invited by the Department of Justice / COPS Office to send… Read More
HAPCOA Joins DOJ Law Enforcement Working Group
November 5, 2018
(Washington DC) On November 1, 2019, The Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association (HAPCOA) was… Read More
HAPCOA Attends National Opioid Summit
October 29, 2018
(Washington DC) The Department of Justice invited HAPCOA to attend the US Department of Justice,… Read More
HAPCOA Officially Represented at IACP Symposium
October 11, 2018
(Orlando) The Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association (HAPCOA) was officially represented at the 125th… Read More
HAPCOA attends U.S. Capitol Police Diversity Panel
September 24, 2018
(Washington DC) On September 18, 2018, the United States Capitol Police’s Office of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity… Read More
HAPCOA Assists with the US Attorney General’s 2nd Annual National Awards Program for Distinguished Service in Policing
September 21, 2018
(Washington, DC) HAPCOA National President Richard Rosa and HAPCOA NCR Chapter President Joe Perez attended… Read More
HAPCOA attends the 45th Annual NLPOA Training and Development Symposium in Broomfield, CO
September 21, 2018
(Broomfield, CO) HAPCOA National President Richard Rosa and HAPCOA member, Juan Riberas, attended the 45th… Read More
HAPCOA Member Named STAR OF TEXAS Award Recipient
September 12, 2018
(Austin) On September 11, 2018 at the Capital in the Great State of Texas, former… Read More
Hispanic American Police Command Officers Associates (HAPCOA) honors the 17th Anniversary of September 11th
September 11, 2018
(Washington, DC) HAPCOA honors the memories of all the fallen law enforcement officers, firefighters and… Read More
HAPCOA Joins IACP Trust Advisory Board
September 10, 2018
(Washington DC) IACP President Chief Louis M. Dekmar (La Grange, Georgia) invited HAPCOA’s Executive Director… Read More
HAPCOA Member Leads 1st Annual International K-9 Congress
August 15, 2018
(Panama) The Panamanian National Police held its first annual International K9 Congress on Monday, August… Read More
(Corpus Christi) HAPCOA’s 2nd National Vice President Chief Teresa Ramon also serves as the elected… Read More
(Ft. Lauderdale) HAPCOA National President Richard Rosa attended the opening plenary session on Monday, July… Read More
HAPCOA Member Promoted to Assistant Chief – LAPD
July 31, 2018
(Los Angeles) Los Angeles Police Chief Michel Moore promoted HAPCOA member Robert N. Arcos, to… Read More
HAPCOA Member Promoted to Deputy Assistant Commissioner
July 31, 2018
(Washington DC) Long time HAPCOA member E. Erik Moncayo was recently appointed to the position… Read More
Traffic Safety Committee NSA 2018
July 25, 2018
HAPCOA was invited to attend a Traffic Safety Committee Meeting held during the National Sheriff’s… Read More
Magnus Leadership Award
July 25, 2018
HAPCOA National Board 3rd Vice President Sheriff Javier Salazar was awarded a MAGNUS Leadership Award… Read More
Congratulations Chief Belmares!
May 23, 2018
San Antonio HAPCOA Chapter and National Board Member Rolando Belmares has been selected as the… Read More
(San Antonio, Texas) HAPCOA National Board 3rd Vice President Sheriff Javier Salazar and San Antonio… Read More
(Washington, DC) In 1962, President John F. Kennedy signed a proclamation that designated May 15… Read More
(Los Angeles) The Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association (HAPCOA) elected and promoted its 2018… Read More
(Washington, DC) HAPCOA was invited and President Tina Nieto accepted to participate in the National Officer… Read More
HAPCOA attend HOLEA meeting in Baltimore City, Maryland
April 20, 2018
(Baltimore, MD) HAPCOA 1st VP Richard Rosa along with HNLEA Executive Director – Luis Rodriguez,… Read More
The San Antonio Express-News (4/17) reports the Bexar County, Texas, Sheriff’s Office and Judson Independent… Read More
HAPCOA Attends “Dia Del Policia” Celebration
April 18, 2018
(Panama) HAPCOA Panama Chapter members were invited to attend the Panamanian National Police “Dia Del… Read More
HAPCOA President participated in the NOBLE 2018 Western Region Training Symposium on April 12, 2018
April 17, 2018
(Oakland, CA) HAPCOA was invited and President Tina Nieto accepted to participate in the NOBLE… Read More
United By Light
April 12, 2018
On May 13, we will officially dedicate the 360 names added to the Memorial this… Read More
HAPCOA to participate in the 2nd Annual Attorney General’s Award for Distinguished Service in Policing
April 12, 2018
HAPCOA was invited and 1st VP Richard Rosa accepted to participate in a stakeholder telecon… Read More
HAPCOA and APALA meet with the Northern Triangle Delegation
April 12, 2018
(Washington, DC) HAPCOA National Board member 1st VP Richard Rosa and Alex Zunca – Executive… Read More
HAPCOA Announces 2017 Aguila Award Winner
April 4, 2018
(Los Angeles) The Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association (HAPCOA) announced its selectees for its… Read More
Interview with Hector Hernandez
February 23, 2018
Click here for more information: https://noticiasya.com/2018/02/20/agentes-especiales-revelan-el-secreto-detras-del-servicio/
February 15, 2018. The Latin American Coalition’s mission is to raise awareness in the areas… Read More
On Friday, January 19th, Manny Ovalle, National Board Member of HAPCOA, met with a group… Read More
HAPCOA supports statement on Mass Shootings in the United States
February 21, 2018
HAPCOA as a member of the National Law Enforcement Partnership to Prevent Gun Violence has joined with… Read More
HAPCOA Panama Organizes MOU signing event with Houston PD
February 16, 2018
(Houston) On the heels of the historic Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) being signing in San… Read More
HAPCOA De Souza Named Commissioner of Baltimore Police
January 29, 2018
Darryl De Souza was recently selected to serve as the new Commissioner of the Balitmore… Read More
HAPCOA LA Sponsors Appreciation Luncheon
January 22, 2018
(Los Angeles) Several members of the Hispanic American Police Command Officers National Board worked with… Read More
HAPCOA NCR Chapter participates in 17th Annual Christmas Basket giveaway
December 15, 2017
Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association, Hispanic National Law Enforcement Association, United Black Police Officers… Read More
HAPCOA Invited to Attend Attorney Generals Holiday Reception
December 7, 2017
(Washington DC) At the invitation of Attorney General Jeff Sessions, members of law enforcement and… Read More
HAPCOA’s Chief Chapa Named 2017 Outstanding Administrator
December 1, 2017
The Texas Association of College and University Police Administrators (TACUPA) presented its 2017 Bill G.… Read More
HAPCOA Executive Director speaks at LULAC Event
November 7, 2017
For over a decade the famed Dallas Chorizo & Menudo Community Breakfast has been hosted… Read More
HAPCOA Attends NLLEO National Training Symposium
November 7, 2017
(Dallas) The National Latino Law Enforcement Organization (NLLEO) held its 25th Annual National Training Symposium… Read More
HAPCOA Remembers Fallen NYPD Officer
November 6, 2017
(Panama) The HAPCOA Panama Chapter remembers fallen New York Police Department (NYPD) Officer James Whittington,… Read More
HAPCOA NCR Participates in Halloween Bike Giveaway
November 1, 2017
(Hyattsville, MD) The Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association (HAPCOA) National Capitol Region Chapter participated… Read More
HAPCOA Represented at NLPOA National Symposium
October 23, 2017
(Kansas City) The National Latino Peace Officers Association (NLPOA) held its 44th Annual National Symposium… Read More
HAPCOA member, Reading Police Chief, and Alvernia University alumni, Andres Dominguez, Jr. initiated a Junior… Read More
The City of Marina has selected Tina M. Nieto as the City of Marina’s new… Read More
Vice Minister of Public Security Joins HAPCOA Panama Chapter
October 6, 2017
(Panama) The Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association (HAPCOA) Panama Chapter swore-in as its latest… Read More
HAPCOA Participates in Food Drive in Hyattsville, MD
October 6, 2017
(Hyattsville, MD) On Thursday October 5, 2017 from 6am until 6pm, HAPCOA members participated in a… Read More
HAPCOA Invited to Attend the 2017 NNOAC Drug Enforcement Form
September 18, 2017
(Washington, DC) HAPCOA was invited to participate in the National Narcotic Officers Associations’ Coalition (NNOCA)… Read More
HAPCOA San Antonio Chapter Supports Port Aransas PD After Hurricane Harvey
September 14, 2017
God provides us time; it’s how we choose to manage our time. As soon as… Read More
HAPCOA Joins IACP “One Mind Campaign”
August 10, 2017
(Washington, DC) HAPCOA National Board members, 1st Vice President Rich Rosa and Executive Director Tony… Read More
HAPCOA Presents Aguila Azul Award in Baton Rouge
August 4, 2017
(Baton Rouge) One-year after an unprovoked attack on members of the Baton Rouge Police Department… Read More
HAPCOA Attends NOBLE Annual Training Symposium
August 3, 2017
(Atlanta) The National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE) held its 41st Annual Training… Read More
HAPCOA and Trinity University Co-Sponsor Historic MOU Signing Event with Panama’s Vice Minister of Public Security
July 25, 2017
(San Antonio) The Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association (HAPCOA) in partnership with the Trinity… Read More
Congratulations to HAPCOA Atlanta Chapter, 2nd VP, Gina Hawkins who was selected to serve as… Read More
HAPCOA Supports First Police Attachés World Congress
May 30, 2017
(Washington, DC) The Association of Police Attachés of Latin America (APALA) and the International Law… Read More
HAPCOA Participates in Law Enforcement Roundtable; House Committee on Homeland Security
May 22, 2017
(Washington, DC) The Committee on Homeland Security’s Subcommittee on Emergency Preparedness, Response, and Communications and… Read More
HAPCOA Member Releases Her First Novel
April 24, 2017
Congratulations to long-time HAPCOA member Maria del Carmen Irizarry-Rodriguez (retired Special Agent NCIS) on her… Read More
Statement by the International Association of Chiefs of Police on United States Immigration Enforcement Policy and Sanctions
March 29, 2017
Immigration enforcement is a complex and challenging issue for communities and their law enforcement agencies… Read More
HAPCOA Hosts Law Enforcement Appreciation Dinner
March 22, 2017
(Los Angeles) On Saturday, March 18, 2017 the Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association (HAPCOA)… Read More
HAPCOA Opens New Chapter in Atlanta
February 28, 2017
(Atlanta) Active HAPCOA members located in the Atlanta, Georgia region petitioned the HAPCOA National Board… Read More
The NLEOM Thin Blue Line
February 28, 2017
(Washington DC) The construction of the new National Law Enforcement Officer Museum is well underway.… Read More
HAPCOA Panama Chapter supports DAMAS de ASUL
January 24, 2017
(Panama City, Panama) On January 20, 2017, the Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association Panama… Read More
Attorney General Loretta Lynch held her final meeting with Law Enforcement Stakeholders on Thursday, January… Read More
LEADING LAW ENFORCEMENT ORGANIZATIONS RELEASE NATIONAL CONSENSUS POLICY ON USE OF FORCE
January 13, 2017
As leading law enforcement leadership and labor organizations, we have long been dedicated to advancing… Read More
Don Tijerina has been Promoted to Chief Deputy of Bexar County Sheriff’s Department
January 10, 2017
(San Antonio) Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar, on Friday, January 6, 2017, appointed Don Tijerina… Read More
HAPCOA National Board Member Sworn in as Sheriff
January 3, 2017
(San Antonio) On January 1st, Javier Salazar was officially sworn-in at the Bexar County Courthouse… Read More
HAPCOA NCR Chapter Supports 16th Annual Christmas Food Drive
December 19, 2016
The Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association – National Capitol Region Chapter, along with members… Read More
Art Acevedo Sworn in as Houston Police Chief
December 6, 2016
(Houston) Members of the Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association (HAPCOA) and members of the… Read More
HAPCOA Members Empowering the Future of Law Enforcement
November 26, 2016
(Washington) The Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association (HAPCOA) held its 43rd Annual National Law… Read More
This Violence Against Law Enforcement Must End
November 23, 2016
This Violence Against Law Enforcement Must End To deliberately target those in society… Read More
SafeGuard CoolMax vest to be auctioned at the Symposium
November 14, 2016
As part of SafeGuard’s commitment ensuring the safety and protecting the lives of law enforcement… Read More
HISPANIC AMERICAN POLICE COMMAND OFFICERS ASSOCIATION 2016 HAPCOA OPENING EVENT AND AGUILA AWARDS LUNCHEON
October 28, 2016
Location: The Hotel Maya, Long Beach CAEvent date: Tuesday, November 15, 2016 9:00am-1:00pm HAPCOA, the… Read More
HAPCOA Interns recognized by FAMS Director
October 11, 2016
HAPCOA Interns are recognized and issued certificates by Director Roderick Allison, Federal Air Marshal Service,… Read More
HAPCOA and NCIS Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
October 7, 2016
(Quantico, VA) The Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS) celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month at the Russell-Knox… Read More
(Washington) On Wednesday, October 5, 2016 the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Equal Employment… Read More
How to check your body armor for damage
October 5, 2016
The proper use and care of your body armor vest is essential to maintaining its… Read More
HAPCOA National Capitol Region Chapter Co-Sponsors “Strength in Unity” Awards Banquet
September 26, 2016
(Greenbelt, MD) The Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association – National Capitol Region (NCR) Chapter… Read More
HAPCOA PRESENTS AT CONGRESSIONAL HISPANIC CAUCUS INSTITUE PUBLIC POLICY CONFERENCE
September 14, 2016
(Washington, DC) The Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI) invited the Hispanic American Police Command Officers… Read More
HAPCOA Participates in Stevenson University Forensic Symposium – “Diversity and Inclusion in Law Enforcement and Forensics”
September 6, 2016
HAPCOA 2nd VP Richard Rosa (FMAS), and member of the HAPCOA National Capital Region Chapter,… Read More
In Memory of Chief Wilfred Navarro, Jr (1929-2016) HAPCOA National President 1991-1992
August 8, 2016
Houston Police Officers lost a brother this week. Wilfred Navarro, Jr, 87, a resident of… Read More
HAPCOA Participates in DOJ Leadership Symposium Call
July 21, 2016
(Washington DC) On July 20, 2016, Attorney General Loretta E. Lynch and Deputy Attorney General… Read More
Open Letter from President Obama to Law Enforcement
July 18, 2016
To the brave members of our Nation’s law enforcement community: Every day, you confront danger… Read More
(Washington, DC) The Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association (HAPCOA) was called upon on recently… Read More
Full Article: http://hapcoa.org/templates/files/le-partnership-statement-draft-070816.pdf Baltimore County Chief of Police Jim JohnsonChair National Law Enforcement Partnership to Prevent… Read More
NEW YORK – Today, Secretary of Homeland Security Jeh C. Johnson delivered the following remarks… Read More
EXPLORER REBECCA N. LONG SELECTED FOR 2016 HAPCOA SCHOLARSHIP AWARD FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT EXPLORERS
June 21, 2016
Explorer Rebecca N. Long was selected for the 2016 Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association… Read More
WASHINGTON – America’s law enforcement community, like our nation as a whole, is shocked and… Read More
As most Officers will know, bulletproof vests are available in a variety of levels according… Read More
(Panama City) On Monday, May 16, 2016, President Juan Carlos Varela of Panama named HAPCOA… Read More
(Washington, DC) On Monday, May 23, 2016 the President’s Task Force of 21st Century Policing,… Read More
(Washington DC) On Monday, May 16, 2016 the White House held its Public Safety Officer… Read More
(Washington DC) HAPCOA members were on hand to participate in a variety of National Police… Read More
HAPCOA TO PARTICIPATE IN NATIONAL POLICE WEEK ‘16
May 11, 2016
HAPCOA members will participate in a number of National Police Week events to include a… Read More
HAPCOA Attends Panamanian National Police Gala
May 6, 2016
(Panama City) The Panamanian National Police celebrated its 79th Anniversary Gala on Tuesday, May 3,… Read More
(Washington, DC) The Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association (HAPCOA) joined forces with APALA (Association… Read More
Help Protect America’s Peace Officers
April 18, 2016
Dear HAPCOA Members, Traffic-related incidents remain the leading cause of death and injury for America’s… Read More
HAPCOA Member Named Chief at Texas State University
April 9, 2016
The Vice President for Student Affairs at Texas State University recently announced that Mr. Jose Banales accepted… Read More
As the President said, we stand in solidarity with the Belgian people in condemning the… Read More
Law Enforcement Subject Matter Expert Needed (Chicago, IL)
March 21, 2016
Hillard Heintze is looking for Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) from a diverse background who have a… Read More
The Federal Air Marshal Service, the law enforcement arm of the Transportation Security Administration is… Read More
HAPCOA Invited to White House to discuss Officer Safety
March 11, 2016
(Washington, DC) On Thursday, March 10, 2016, HAPCOA Executive Director Anthony Chapa, was invited to… Read More
The Protection Levels Available in Body Armor
February 26, 2016
Most Law Enforcement Officers will be well aware of the importance of a bullet proof… Read More
HAPCOA Attends Meeting with US Attorney General Loretta Lynch
February 3, 2016
On Thursday, January 28, 2016, Richard Rosa (HAPCOA National Board – 2nd VP) and Joe… Read More
Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) webinar – SMEs discuss Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention
January 21, 2016
Law Enforcement Partners: In recognition of National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month, please join… Read More
What’s New in Law Enforcement Exploring
January 21, 2016
The Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association (HAPCOA) conducted its 42nd annual symposium and training… Read More
On Monday, December 21st, HAPCOA San Antonio co-sponsored a Bone Marrow Donor Registration Event in… Read More
HAPCOA NATIONAL CAPITOL REGION CHAPTER CO-HOSTS 15TH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS FOOD BASKET DRIVE
December 21, 2015
For the past 15 years law enforcement associations within the Prince George’s County Police Department… Read More
(Washington, DC) The Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association (HAPCOA) was invited to participate in… Read More
A Brief Guide to Caring for Your Armor
December 7, 2015
One of the hardest parts of keeping yourself protected with body armor is understanding exactly… Read More
Patrol, Undercover and SWAT: The Wide Range of Bullet Proof Vests
November 3, 2015
Body Armor and Law Enforcement Law Enforcement Officers are not a homogenous group and can… Read More
HAPCOA REPRESENTED AT WHITE HOUSE EVENT WITH PRESIDENT OBAMA
October 28, 2015
(WASHINGTON, DC) On Thursday, October 22, 2015, Richard Rosa, 3rd Vice President, HAPCOA National Board… Read More
2015 HAPCOA OPENING EVENT AND AGUILA AWARDS LUNCHEON
October 26, 2015
HAPCOA, the Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association, established in 1973, is the oldest and… Read More
NATIONAL LAW ENFORCEMENT LEADERS, STRESSING DANGEROUS INCREASE IN GUN VIOLENCE, SAY IMMEDIATE ACTION NEEDED TO KEEP GUNS OUT OF THE WRONG HANDS
October 26, 2015
92 AMERICANS KILLED EVERY DAY BY GUNS, SIGNIFICANT INCREASE IN GUN CRIMES, MORE FREQUENT MASS… Read More
FBI report: 51 officers feloniously killed in 2014
October 19, 2015
https://www.fbi.gov/news/stories/2015/october/in-the-line-of-duty-2014-leoka-report-released/in-the-line-of-duty-2014-leoka-report-released The above chart provides a breakdown of the circumstances under which 51 officers were… Read More
EXPLORER JOHN M. ALDACO SELECTED FOR 2015 HAPCOA SCHOLARSHIP AWARD FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT EXPLORERS
October 16, 2015
Explorer Aldaco has served in various leadership positions in his Post to include Explorer Operations… Read More
Members of the National Law Enforcement Partnership to Prevent Gun Violence (the Partnership) send our… Read More
Yvonne Vann
September 22, 2015
HAPCOA Family: I am reaching out to you today to ask you to keep Yvonne… Read More
HAPCOA U.S. Embassy Chapter Swears in 10 new members
September 8, 2015
The HAPCOA US Embassy Chapter held its regular meeting this past Tuesday, September 1st, 2015… Read More
http://hapcoa.org/templates/files/law-enf-ptrnshp-statement-july-31-2015.pdf
HISPANIC AMERICAN POLICE COMMAND OFFICER’S ASSOCIATION (HAPCOA) CALL FOR 2015 AGUILA AWARD SUBMISSIONS
July 31, 2015
As you all are aware, the 2015 HAPCOA Annual National Training Symposium and Exhibit Fair… Read More
U.S. Dept. of Justice (DoJ) and the Federal Interagency – Law Enforcement Equipment Working Group Briefing
July 31, 2015
Manny Ovalle, Director at Large, represented HAPCOA on July 8, 2015 to discuss recommendations pursuant… Read More
On Thursday, July 23, the White House and the Department of Justice Office of Community… Read More
National Law Enforcement Partnership to Prevent Gun Violence – Chattanooga Shooting Press Releas
July 21, 2015
Click here to view the PDF: http://hapcoa.org/templates/files/law-enf-statement-chattanooga-07-21-15.pdf
Members of the HAPCOA US Embassy Panama Chapter organized and presented a seminar on the… Read More
U.S. Dept. of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Interagency Law Enforcement Equipment Working Group Briefing
June 4, 2015
Manny Ovalle, Director at Large, represented HAPCOA on May 20, 2015 to discuss recommendations pursuant… Read More
Leading Law Enforcement Organizations Endorse Bill to Prevent Terrorists from Buying Weapons
May 20, 2015
For Immediate Release May 19, 2015 Contact: Ashley Schapitl… Read More
HAPCOA D.C. News
May 18, 2015
Click here to read the full article: http://www.washingtonhispanic.com/nota20271.html
Click here for the full statement regarding gun violence prevention: http://hapcoa.org/templates/files/police-week-2015-statement-may-15-2015.pdf
During the week of May 12-15, Washington, DC was host to National Police Week. HAPCOA… Read More
Letter in Support of S. 551, the Denying Firearms and Explosives to Dangerous Terrorists Act of 2015
May 4, 2015
http://hapcoa.org/templates/files/law-enf-supports-s.551.pdf
http://www.midweek.com/home/midweek-cover-story/ncis-hawaii-tony-cox/#19649
The National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund released the roll call of names of 273… Read More
HAPCOA Invites IACP to Participate as Symposium Presenter
March 27, 2015
Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association (HAPCOA) members met at International Association of Chiefs of… Read More
White House invites HAPCOA to Stakeholder Meeting
March 23, 2015
The White House Domestic Policy Council invited HAPCOA to participate in a stakeholders meeting to… Read More
On Wednesday, February 11, 2015, HAPCOA National Board 3rd Vice-President Richard Rosa (Supervisory Federal Air… Read More
Chief Paul Chapa, of the Trinity University Police Department, San Antonio, TX was named as… Read More
The Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association (HAPCOA) was invited to provide testimony to the… Read More
Washington – Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association (HAPCOA) Executive Director Anthony Chapa submitted a… Read More
HAPCOA INVITED TO COMMENT ON NLEOMF 2014 OFFICER FATALIES REPORT
December 30, 2014
(Washington, DC) On December 30, 2014, the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund released its… Read More
Latino Activists, Law Enforcement Officers Reflect On Tough Year
December 23, 2014
http://www.nbcnews.com/news/latino/latino-activists-law-enforcement-officers-reflect-tough-year-n273631
The National Law Enforcement Partnership to Prevent Gun Violence mourns the loss of Officers Wenjian… Read More
HAPCOA Chapter members in the news in Panama.
December 21, 2014
Attending the HAPCOA 41st Annual National Training Symposium were two ranking members of the Panamanian… Read More
HAPCOA NCR Chapter Holds 14th Annual Christmas Basket Giveaway
December 19, 2014
(Langley Park, MD) On Friday, December 19, 2014 the Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association… Read More
HAPCOA National Board Statement Regarding Ferguson
December 5, 2014
The following statement, in response to the issues surrounding the situation in Ferguson, MO, was… Read More
DEPUTY SECRETARY MAYORKAS TO TRAVEL TO TEXAS
December 1, 2014
WASHINGTON— On Dec. 2, Deputy Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas will travel to San… Read More
Fixing Our Broken Immigration System Through Executive Action
November 21, 2014
The President asked Secretary Johnson and Attorney General Eric Holder to undertake a rigorous and… Read More
Assistant Secretary Heather Fong, DHS to speak at HAPCOA
November 21, 2014
President Obama recently appointed Heather Fong to serve as Assistant Secretary, Office of State and… Read More
On Saturday, November 15, 2014, members of the HAPCOA National Executive Board (President Xavier Morales,… Read More
DIRECTOR GENERAL OF THE PANAMANIAN NATIONAL POLICE JOINS HAPCOA
November 14, 2014
The US Embassy Panama Chapter of HAPCOA was pleased to have Omar Pinzon, Director General… Read More
HAPCOA ANNOUNCHES 2014 AGUILA MEDALLION AWARDS
October 22, 2014
The HAPCOA 2014 Aguila Awards Committee recently announced the selection of those individuals or organizations… Read More
HAPCOA SELECTS 2014 AGUILA AWARD WINNER
October 16, 2014
The HAPCOA Board of Directors and its Aguila Awards Committee is proud to announce the… Read More
HAPCOA National Board Elections
October 15, 2014
National Board positions up for election (re-election) include the following: SecretarySergeant at ArmsTreasurer4th Vice President… Read More
HAPCOA & HNLEA invited to Colombian Embassy, Washington, DC
October 9, 2014
HAPCOA Executive Director Tony Chapa and Hispanic National Law Enforcement Association (HNLEA) President Joe Perez,… Read More
Staying Safe with Safeguard Clothing
September 26, 2014
Read and Download the Information Packet by clicking here. For size details, please see: http://www.safeguardclothing.com/choosing-sizes/
HAPCOA & NLPOA Invited to White House Meeting
September 18, 2014
(Washington) HAPCOA and the National Latino Peace Officers Association (NLPOA) were invited to join other… Read More
HAPCOA presents at the National Gallery of Art, Washington, DC
September 15, 2014
HAPCOA and the Hispanic National Law Enforcement Association (HNLEA) were invited to speak at the… Read More
2014 HAPCOA AGUILA AWARDS PROGRAM – Award Nominations Now Accepted – Deadline October 1, 2014
September 2, 2014
The Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association (HAPCOA) sponsors the coveted “AGUILA” Awards Program (Aguila is the… Read More
HAPCOA Invites IACP to present at 41st Annual Training Symposium
August 28, 2014
As HAPCOA prepares for its 41st Annual National Law Enforcement Training Symposium, two meetings were… Read More
SECRETARY JOHNSON ANNOUNCES MORE ACCOUNT SEIZURES AND ARRESTS IN ONGOING ICE OPERATION TO CRACK DOWN ON HUMAN SMUGGLING
August 20, 2014
WASHINGTON—Two weeks ago the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced that the numbers of unaccompanied… Read More
HAPCOA ESTABLISHES NEW CHAPTER IN PANAMA
August 11, 2014
(Panama City, Panama) With the approval of the HAPCOA National Board, HAPCOA members assigned to… Read More
Police Chief Paul Chapa and Corporal Paul Morales accepted the award on behalf of Trinity… Read More
(San Antonio) On Friday, July 11, 2014, HAPCOA was invited to attend an awards reception… Read More
HAPCOA EXTENDS 2014 SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE
July 15, 2014
On 07/11/2014, the HAPCOA National Board voted to extend the deadline for submission of completed… Read More
(SAN ANTONIO) On June 23rd-27th 2014 HAPCOA San Antonio Chapter manned a recruitment table at… Read More
Outreach Campaign Focuses on the Dangers of the Journey to Cross the Southwest Border WASHINGTON… Read More
(Panama City, Panama) On Wednesday, July 2, 2014, HAPCOA members attended the change of command… Read More
HAPCOA SUPPORTS THE ISSUANCE OF THE CONGRESSIONAL GOLD MEDAL IN HONOR OF THE BORINQUENEERS – 65th INFANTRY REGIMENT
June 30, 2014
Thanks to the untrying efforts of long time HAPCOA member Maria Rodriguez, Special Agent (retired),… Read More
HAPCOA MEMBER AWARDED 2014 EMPLOYEE EXCELLENCE AWARD
June 11, 2014
(San Antonio) Trinity University announce the selection of Assistant Chief Pete Perez as the recipient… Read More
HAPCOA ATTENDS 100 CLUB OF SAN ANTONIO LUNCHEON
May 29, 2014
The 100 Club of San Antonio, a non-profit organization dedicated to the support of families… Read More
HAPCOA ATTENDS 26th ANNUAL CANDELIGHT VIGIL
May 16, 2014
The Hispanic American Police Command Offices Association (HAPCOA) was invited to attend the National Law… Read More
This week, thousands of people from across the country joined together for the 26th annual… Read More
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Bexar County Sheriff Susan L. Pamerleau (San Antonio, TX) promoted Lt. Don Tijerina to the… Read More
HAPCOA Presents NLEOMF Memorial Tribute to Sgt VANN
April 1, 2014
(San Antonio) Members of the Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association (HAPCOA), National Board of… Read More
Advisory: Death of LAPD’s First Latina Policewoman
March 18, 2014
From LAPD Headquarters Death of First LAPD Latina Policewoman Los Angeles: The Los Angeles Police Department… Read More
Hola Amigos, I would like to update you on HAPCOA’s National Board activities since our… Read More
FY 2013 ICE Removal Report
December 23, 2013
http://hapcoa.org/templates/files/fy-2013-ice-immigratio-removals.pdf
Take the The Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers (FLETC) Survey
December 4, 2013
The Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers (FLETC) is conducting research to determine how e-learning methodologies… Read More
http://therivardreport.com/leaders-in-law-enforcement-san-antonio-brothers-at-the-helm-of-hapcoa/
Visit the Federal Protective Service (FPS) Career Fair at the HAPCOA Symposium in San Antonio, TX
November 6, 2013
Click here to view the event flyer
LAW ENFORCEMENT LEADERS SAY EXPANDED BACKGROUND CHECKS FOR GUN PURCHASERS CRITICAL TO PUBLIC AND OFFICER SAFETY
October 22, 2013
AMBUSHES LEADING CAUSE OF OFFICER FIREARM FATALITIES FOR TWO YEARS IN A ROW Philadelphia, PA… Read More
HISPANIC AMERICAN POLICE COMMAND OFFICERS ASSOCIATION – 2013 HAPCOA AGUILA AWARDS LUNCHEON
October 7, 2013
Location: Sheraton Gunter Hotel, San Antonio, TXEvent date: November 19, 2013 HAPCOA, the Hispanic American… Read More
Leadership Roundtable – Wednesday, November 20, 2013
October 1, 2013
HAPCOA is pleased to again present the LEADERSHIP ROUNDTABLE at this years Symposium. In the… Read More
Independent Study Course: Protecting Critical Infrastructure Against Insider Threats (IS-915)
August 6, 2013
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) recently released an online independent study course titled Protecting… Read More
2013 Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association Explorer Scholarship Award Winner
July 30, 2013
IRVING, Texas, July 22, 2013 – Zoe Anaya, Explorer Post 2906, sponsored by the Phoenix… Read More
Henry Cisneros will be the keynote speaker at HAPCOA’s Symposium in San Antonio, Texas
April 16, 2013
Henry Cisneros, former secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and current… Read More
HAPCOA Members Promoted
February 26, 2013
HAPCOA’s 2012 Aguila Award winner, Special Agent in Charge Victor Erevia, Presidential Protection Division, was… Read More
HAPCOA Leadership at the White House
January 21, 2013
Anthony Chapa, HAPCOA Exec. Director, Mayor Castro and Paul Chapa, HAPCOA President at the White… Read More
Congressional Badge of Bravery online application system opens Dec 14th at 8:00 am (ET).
December 13, 2012
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2013 HAPCOA Scholarship Application
December 13, 2012
ALL APPLICATIONS FOR FALL 2013 MUST BE POSTMARKED OR EMAILED BY May 01, 2013.
Help to Federal employees experiencing major loss due to a declared natural disaster
December 1, 2012
Help to Federal employees experiencing major loss due to a declared natural disaster may apply… Read More