PSTA News

PA State Troopers Association Issues Statement on Wolf Administration Refusal to Prioritize Troopers for Vaccination

March 3, 2021

Pennsylvania State Troopers Association (PSTA) President David Kennedy today issued the following statement on the Wolf administration’s refusal to prioritize the COVID19 vaccination of Troopers: “There are only 4,300 state troopers in Pennsylvania, but they are responsible for patrolling over 85% of our commonwealth. Thus far, over 700 troopers have been infected with nearly 1,000…

Letter of Support to FOP Lodge #5

February 26, 2021

Trooper Donald C. Brackett

February 25, 2021

On May 18, 2019, Trooper Donald C. Brackett died in the line of duty, having served our commonwealth as a Trooper for nearly two decades. He previously served our nation as a U.S. Marine. He is a hero who will live in our hearts forever.  Since that day, Trooper Brackett’s family has suffered immeasurably as…

Trooper Monty R. Mitchell

February 9, 2021

“Our deepest condolences and prayers go to the family of Trooper Monty R. Mitchell. Trooper Mitchell is a hero who worked tirelessly to keep the citizens of our commonwealth safe. He deserves our gratitude and recognition for answering the call to protect and serve. We will forever honor his service, sacrifice and memory.” On February…

PA State Troopers Association Issues Statement on Wolf Administration Decision to Vaccinate Cigarette Smokers Before Troopers

January 22, 2021

Pennsylvania State Troopers Association (PSTA) President David Kennedy today issued the following statement on the Pennsylvania Department of Health’s decision to vaccinate smokers before first responders, including Troopers: “I understand this decision comes at the recommendation of the CDC, but our commonwealth should reject this and place a higher priority on vaccinating first responders, who…

PSTA Issues Statement on Resignation of United States Attorney William M. McSwain

January 14, 2021

“During the May riots in Philadelphia, while others ignored criminal activity, Bill McSwain defended law and order by prosecuting people who damaged state police vehicles. We also thank him for seeking justice for victims by holding violent criminals accountable. His leadership as a United States Attorney in the Eastern District will be sorely missed. On…

PA State Troopers Association Issues Statement on Unrest in Philadelphia

October 30, 2020

Pennsylvania State Troopers Association (PSTA) President David Kennedy today issued the following statement on the tragedy that took place this week in Philadelphia: “The tragedy that happened this week in Philadelphia is yet another sad example of a failed mental health system in Pennsylvania. Mr. Wallace should have been in treatment. Instead, two honorable police…

PSTA pays their final respects to retired Cpl. Michael Evelock

August 4, 2020

This week, members of the PSTA, Troop L, Troop K and Troop P and the Ceremonial Unit paid their final respects to retired Cpl. Michael Evelock. Cpl. Evelock was a dedicated public servant who served our country as a United States Marine before joining the Pennsylvania State Police. We’ll always remember his service to the…

Bipartisan Legislation

July 16, 2020

https://fitzpatrick.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/fitzpatrick-brindisi-hurd-golden-introduce-bipartisan-legislation

State Troopers Association Issues Statement on Law Enforcement Legislation Being Sent to Gov. Wolf

July 8, 2020

Pennsylvania State Troopers Association (PSTA) President David Kennedy today issued the following statement on the passage of law enforcement legislation in the state House and Senate: “The PSTA has always sat down with lawmakers in both parties to address police reforms. From horseback to helicopter, our department has undergone remarkable changes in its more than…

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