TMPA- Texas Minute- August 14, 2026
• TMPA Sip & Smoke at TCOLE — More than 400 law enforcement professionals packed TMPA’s Sip & Smoke during the 2026 TCOLE Conference in Waco. The event brought together officers, agency leaders, TMPA Board members, Field Representatives, Legislative staff, and Training personnel for a night of networking, fellowship, and relationship-building across Texas law enforcement.
• Orange County Bargaining Fight — The Orange County Sheriff’s Office is operating with approximately 20 vacancies, nearly 20% of its workforce, while wages average about 14% below market. TMPA and the Orange County…
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