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In today’s episode, Brian Marvel sits down with Tim Talbot of the RLS Law Firm and David Mastagni of Mastagni Holstedt Law Firm to discuss a significant legal victory in the realm of law enforcement rights and privacy.
00:00 - Overview of the Racial and Identity Profiling Act (RIPA)
03:30 - Filing the Injunction & Aftermath
05:20 - Officer Privacy Double Standard?
08:15 - Other Agencies Involved
10:44 - Recruitment & Long Term Affect
13:10 - Where Litigation Sits Now
● Overview of the Racial and Identity Profiling Act (RIPA) regulations that force peace officers to disclose their gender identity when reporting the outcome of a traffic stop.
● The attorneys who successfully fought against these regulations shed light on the implications of overreaching Department of Justice policies on law enforcement professionals and the LGBTQ+ community.
● The RIPA gender disclosure requirement contradicts the privacy standard AG Bonta declared regarding school teachers and parent notifications of a student's gender identity.
● Implications for officers and how the regulations infringe upon the constitutional rights of peace officers, particularly their right to privacy as well as violate California’s civil rights law and the Fair Employment and Housing Act.
● The impact on recruitment and retention efforts within the law enforcement profession as well as other potential long-term consequences.
● Explanation of the legal intricacies surrounding PORAC’s temporary restraining order (TRO) against the DOJ and pending settlement and next steps in the legal process.
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Connect with Host Brian Marvel
● https://www.facebook.com/Brian.R.Marvel
● https://twitter.com/BrianMarvel
● https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianmarvel/
Guest Bio - Timothy K. Talbot
Timothy K. Talbot is a principal at Rains Lucia Stern St. Phalle & Silver, PC (“RLS”). He serves as RLS’s co-managing principal, responsible for all firm operations. In addition, he manages the firm’s Sacramento office and is a member of the Collective Bargaining Practice Group. Tim has practiced labor law for more than 25 years. He specializes in representing and advising labor organizations in all aspects of traditional labor relations, including contract negotiations, grievances, unfair labor practices, bargaining unit certifications and modifications, mediation, and arbitration. Tim also represents individual peace officers, firefighters, paramedics, and other employees in disciplinary matters, internal affairs investigations, critical incidents, Department of Energy security clearance investigations and hearings, and professional licensure matters.
Connect and learn more about Tim and RLS:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/timothy-talbot-a84277250/
https://rlslawyers.com/
Guest Bio - David E. Mastagni
David E. Mastagni is a partner with the Labor Department of Mastagni Holstedt, APC. He specializes in labor and employment law representation, including trial and appellate litigation in California and federal courts. David is also an experienced PORAC Legal Defense Fund panel attorney and is admitted in U.S. District Court, Southern, Eastern, Northern, and Central Districts of California, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, and the U.S. Supreme Court. David devotes his legal career to labor and employment litigation, with an emphasis on representing public safety representatives and their members in all aspects of their employment.
Connect and learn more about David and Mastagni Holstedt, APC:
https://twitter.com/DavidEMastagni
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mastagni/ https://www.mastagni.com/
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Resources:
PORAC Press Release: ​​Court Grants Temporary Restraining Order Halting Forced Gender Identification Requirements for California Peace Officers
LGBTQ Nation: California judge blocks new rule that would forcibly out trans police officers
San Francisco Chronicle: Judge halts new California la

Welcome to the PORAC YouTube channel! In this video, we bring you an essential legislative update that you won't want to miss. The Peace Officers Research Association of California (PORAC) is committed to keeping you informed about the latest developments in legislation that affect law enforcement professionals and public safety. Our team of experts has been hard at work, diligently tracking and analyzing the bills, policies, and regulations that impact the law enforcement community in California. In this informative update, we'll provide you with the most up-to-date information on key legislative changes, initiatives, and discussions that directly affect your profession. Whether you're a dedicated law enforcement officer, a concerned citizen, or simply interested in staying informed about the issues that shape our communities, this video is for you. We'll cover a wide range of topics, from proposed reforms and funding allocations to the latest changes in laws and regulations affecting law enforcement agencies statewide. Stay ahead of the curve, gain valuable insights, and join us as we navigate the complex legislative landscape together. Your voice matters, and staying informed is the first step toward making a positive impact on the future of law enforcement in California. Don't forget to like this video, subscribe to our channel, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on all the crucial developments in the world of law enforcement. Feel free to share this video with your colleagues, friends, and fellow community members, so they can stay informed too. Thank you for your continued support, and together, we'll work towards a safer and stronger California. Stay tuned for more PORAC updates, and as always, your safety is our priority! #PORAC #LegislativeUpdate #CaliforniaLawEnforcement #PoliceAssociation #PublicSafetyUpdates #LawEnforcementPolicy #PoliceOfficerUpdates #PoliceReformUpdates #LawEnforcementAdvocacy #LegislativeChanges #PORACNews #PoliceReform #CaliforniaLegislation #PoliceOfficerRights #PublicSafetyAdvocacy #PoliceNews #LegalChanges #LawEnforcementNews #LawEnforcementLegislation #PORACAdvocacy #LawEnforcementUpdates #CaliforniaPolice #PoliceLegislation #PoliceAdvocacy

On this episode of On the Job With PORAC, PORAC President Brian Marvel and VP Damon Kurtz invite Legislative Advocate Randy Perry, from Aaron Read & Associates LLC, to discuss current state legislation impacting peace officers in California.
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About Aaron Read & Associates LLC
Legislative Advocacy:
We represent an extraordinary group of clients. In the course of each working day our clients play an important role in making life better and safer for all Californians. We work hard to have our clients believe in us because they have set a standard that allows all of us to believe in them. We take legislation from concept to statute. We have not only written legislation that meets the needs of our clients, we have provided the intense lobbying often necessary for success. We also provide key testimony in committee hearings and educational meetings that led to its passage. As you are experiencing now by tapping into our web page, we have a long history of employing the highest quality methods to deliver our message honestly.
 
Campaigns & Public Relations:
Our staff at our sister company Marketplace Communications has managed every aspect of candidate and issue campaigns. From organizing walks to full Independent Expenditure campaign management, our record of success is unmatched. Framing an issue and delivering the message through a detailed public relations program is how we stay ahead of the ever-changing world of politics under term limits. Linking lobbying to a strong public relations program is often what makes the difference between winning and losing and is a strategy that places us above the rest.
Procurement:
We assist our clients seeking procurement contracts with relationship building, message development, RFP/RFI strategy, and long-term relationship maintenance to ensure a company’s strong, continuing presence in California. After years of working in state politics and alongside many administrations, we have developed relationships with numerous department agencies. From the elected statewide officeholders to middle management staff, our work on behalf of our clients has allowed us to build a trust with those who make decisions on the procurement contracts created to fulfill the needs of the state.
Visit Aaron Read & Associates LLC. for more information: https://www.aaronread.com/

On this special corporate sponsorship episode of On the Job With PORAC, PORAC President Brian Marvel and VP Damon Kurtz sit down with Danny Van Attenhoven, Jill Alves, and Logan Thompson of CAHP Credit Union to talk through the variety of low-rate lending products they provide to officers around the state as well as the financial education they offer!
CAHP Credit Union will also be the presenting sponsor at our POREF Open Golf Tournament on June 2, 2023, and will be a highlight at the 2023 Symposium event that precedes. Click Here to learn more about Symposium and POREF Open.
Registration information will be announced at a later date!
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About CAHP Credit Union
Founded in 1969 as an exclusive organization, CAHP Credit Union was originally formed to serve employees and members of the California Association of Highway Patrolmen (the Association). In the 1990s, the CAHP Credit Union expanded eligibility to include other members of California’s law enforcement community, namely through the Peace Officers Research Association of California – PORAC.
Their mission has remained constant throughout the years. They are devoted to helping officers and their families keep more of their money, maintain a high credit score, and stay on the road to financial freedom. CAHP Credit Union is as deeply committed to serving you as you are to protecting and serving the public.
Visit CAHP Credit Union website for more info!

On this special corporate sponsorship episode of On the Job With PORAC, PORAC President Brian Marvel and VP Damon Kurtz sit down with Curt Conkling of CrossCountry Mortgage to discuss the financial home help they offer to PORAC members and our nation's law enforcement. CrossCountry Mortgage provides you with the best possible advice and benefit to your financial needs while facilitating a straightforward, transparent mortgage process for buyers, sellers and realtors. Their team is dedicated to making the mortgage process easy, stress-free and rewarding.
 
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About CrossCountry Mortgage
Navigating the mortgage process doesn’t have to be overwhelming. When you work with CrossCountry Mortgage (CCM), you’ll collaborate closely with a licensed professional who will make sure you get the mortgage you deserve. CCM's entire team is available to assist you from application to closing and beyond. They work tirelessly to remove the frustration from the mortgage process and provide you with a personalized experience.
CrossCountry Mortgage separates themselves from other mortgage lenders by offering exceptional customer service and a broad selection of home financing products. Their portfolio has an extensive range of products -- from conventional and jumbo mortgages, to government-insured programs for veterans and rural home buyers, to programs that enable you to make full-cash offers -- each homebuyer is different, so CCM makes sure there is a solution for every lifestyle and personal situation.
Visit CrossCountry Mortgage's website for more info!

On this latest episode of On the Job With PORAC, PORAC President Brian Marvel and VP Damon Kurtz bring on comedian Thom Tran via Zoom to discuss his military background and comedic journey. Tran will be the entertainment at our 70th Annual Conference of Members in November during Saturday Night's Installation Dinner!
 
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About Thom Tran
Los Angeles-based comedian, musician, and U.S. military veteran and advocate Thom Tran started his career as a standup comic after a combat injury ended his career as a soldier.
Thom enlisted in the United States Army at 18 years old before he even finished high school. After joining the Army, Thom spent his entire career as a Communications Sergeant as well as a Civil Affairs Sergeant within the United States Army’s Special Operations Community. In 2003, four days after crossing the border into Iraq, Thom was wounded during a firefight when a sniper’s bullet found it’s way to the back of his skull. He bandaged himself up, continued the mission, and finished his 12 month tour in Iraq. But his wounds would eventually bring an end to his military life. After redeploying to the United States, Thom was medically retired in 2005.
Post-combat, comedy saved his life. After touring the United States as a road comic, Thom moved to Los Angeles in 2008 and two years later created The GIs of Comedy Tour, a Comedic Troupe of Troops that has toured all over the United States and to nearly two dozen different countries performing to audiences both military and civilian, bringing the healing power of laughter to those who need it the most. In 2019, Thom & several members of the GIs of Comedy appeared on the Netflix series, “Larry Charles’ Dangerous World of Comedy.” and toured nearly 30 US Air Force bases across the continental US. The group has raised over $30,000 for the Special Operations Warrior Foundation, a charity that raises college scholarship funds for the children of fallen US Special Operations personnel.
When Thom isn’t on the road he makes his home in Hollywood, CA performing at The World Famous Laugh Factory & clubs all over SoCal. He also works as the mid-day traffic anchor for SoCal radio station KNX 1070-NewsRadio. And occasionally Thom does some acting, having co-starred on Black-ish on ABC and SEAL Team & NCIS: Los Angeles on CBS.
Recently, Thom’s love of rock and roll finds him back on stage playing lead guitar for a heavy metal band and cover band he co-founded called, The Thom Tran Band, playing bars and nightclubs in Southern California!