What is the FOP?

Grand LodgeFraternal Order of Police

1410 Donelson Pike, Ste. A-17Nashville, TN 37217

800-451-2711

Texas State LodgeFraternal Order of Police

1701 Directors Blvd., Ste. 250Austin, TX 78744

800-386-5148

What is the FOP?An organization made up of police officers from

around the country.Run by cops, for cops.The largest Police organization in the world with

over 321,000 members.Started in 1915 in Pittsburg, PennsylvaniaNo labor union associationFor police officers and their familiesNational, State and Local RepresentationOver 5500 members in Texas

Membership Benefits LEGAL REPRESENTATION2 Plans Available:Grand Lodge Legal Plan: $215/ year or $107.50 twice annuallyTexas Labor Council- $15/monthVOICE IN AUSTIN AND WASHINGTON D.C.HR 218- Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act (Federal)Police Officers Bill of Rights (Texas)

LODGE SPONSORSHIP & ASSISTANCECOMMUNITY INVOLVEMENTShop with a Cop, KidCare, Work with charities such as, Easter Seals, Special Olympics and the Torch Run

ACCIDENT LIFE INSURANCE$10,000 Line of Duty$10,000 Accidental$1500 Natural

FOP BILL SIGNING CEREMONY August 15, 2005 FOP State President Dennis

Ward, Legislative Aid Kippy Caraway, and Local FOP Members of Travis County Lodge 912 Attend Bill Signing Ceremony With Governor Rick Perry and State Senator Mike Jackson.

Texas Fraternal Order Of Police Was The Only Law Enforcement Association Invited to Attend.

Vantage Care Retirement Health Savings PlanOwned by the Grand

Lodge FOPOnly FOP members

can participateNever lose your fundsMust be employed

(State, County, City, Federal)

Pre-taxed and tax free when used

Pays your spouse or dependents medical expenses. If no spouse or dependents, pays members beneficiary

Use after turning 45 years old, upon retirement, 30 days after dropping FOP membership or after becoming permanently disabled.

Membership Dues You pay monthly dues to

your local lodge as established by the local membership

Your local lodge will pay the State and Grand Lodges dues, which are currently $10.00 and $6.50 ($16.50 annually). Dues pay for services of the State Lodge such as insurance.

FOP Sponsored Events

• Peace Officers Memorial in Washington D.C.

• Texas State Conference in even years

•National Conference in odd years

Lodges Throughout the State

Texas FOP has 44 lodges throughout the state, including lodges in all major cities of Texas.

Local lodges assist member in various issues such as pay benefits and administrative details.

Contact Information Texas State Lodge

1701 Directors Blvd., Ste 250 Austin, TX 78744 800-386-5148 www.texasfop.org

State Secretary Robert Taylor PO Box 30217 Amarillo, TX 79120 806-681-7668 [email protected] [email protected]