Overview of Member Benefits
Labor Advocacy and Government Relations
As a trade association, WACOPS is focused on you. That means we work directly with legislators and stakeholders on policy proposals that could impact your pension, collective bargaining rights, and safety. Read More...
Legal Defense for Eligible Organizations
Represented by one of the most respected labor law firms in the state, the LDG represents employees through collective bargaining by providing negotiating, litigation, and arbitration services. Groups that choose to participate in the LDG can enroll in the PORAC Legal Defense Fund, which provides assistance to the individual members in need of legal representation as a result of performing their duties. Read More...
Access to Insurance Benefits at Discounted Group Rates
WACOPS continues its proud tradition of providing access to its Long Term Disability insurance program designed for the unique needs of law enforcement officers and their families. WACOPS, through its wholly owned subsidiary Public Safety Employees Insurance, Inc. (PSEII), formed this exclusive program by aggregating the buying power of over 5,200 members to create a broad custom policy with competitive rates. Read More...
Affiliated to the International Union of Police Associations (I.U.P.A)
Learn more about how this affiliation will provide you access to leveraged buying power (credit cards, cell phone service, retail purchases, insurance options, and prescription discounts) and free online college, higher education scholarships, and so much more! Learn More...
Benevolent Fund
In order to defray costs for fallen and injured officers, WACOPS created the Benevolent Fund. Through this fund we assist with funeral and burial costs and provide help to families of surviving and disabled officers. Read More...
College Scholarship Program
The WACOPS Scholarship Program was created to provide scholarship funds for children of current WACOPS members who are in good academic standing. To be eligible, students must be a child of a current WACOPS member, between the ages of 17-21, and submit their high school graduation date or proof of a GED certificate. The scholarship committee selects students who they thought best demonstrated academic excellence as well as outstanding community involvement and leadership qualities. Read More...
General Membership Meetings & Networking
Meetings are held three times a year at rotating locations throughout Washington State. Current and prospective WACOPS members or affiliate members are welcome to attend. Voting rights are held by Delegates who have been elected to represent a respective member association in good standing and are current on dues. Click here for information about our upcoming meeting...
Newsletters, & Web Resources to Keep Members Informed on Issues Affecting WA State Peace Officers
Members-only access to the weekly legislative session updates, executive director updates, advocacy & collective bargaining resources, and community forum. Log-in to the member portal...
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WACOPS is a proud affiliate of the International Union of Police Associations (I.U.P.A)