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The Police Officers' Association of Nebraska (POAN), is proud to have been a contributing member of the Law Enforcement Community since 1953.

In September of 1952, nine Law Enforcement officers from across the State of Nebraska came together and founded the Police Officers Association of Nebraska for Law Enforcement. The first temporary officers were: President; Joe Cook of Fairbury, Vice-President; Ernest J. Mason of North Platte and Secretary/Treasurer; Joseph T. Carroll of Lincoln. The temporary board of directors was: Jay O. Holmes, Henry Boesen, Robert Millard, Jay Paul Shively, Joseph M. Bosler and Douglas Thomas. The object of the Association was to the general improvement of Law Enforcement in the State of Nebraska through:
1) Development of closer and personal and official relationships among Law Enforcement personnel.
2) Fostering a steadfast resolution in all persons to protect the rights, liberties and welfare of the people.
3) Raising the standards of Law Enforcement and the personnel connecter therewith.
4) Dissemination and discussion of new materials and improved techniques in Law Enforcement.
5) Encouraging and recognition of Law Enforcement as professional work entitled to commensurate respect.
6) Advocating and encouraging legislation for the improvement of Law Enforcement work or for the benefit of its personnel.
7) Helping to defray whenever possible the burial expenses of its members.
8) Any and all things tending to improve directly or indirectly Law
Enforcement and the service by its personnel to the public.
9) Raising money by any legal means for accomplishing any of the foregoing objects. Our Mission:
The purpose of the Police Officers' Association of Nebraska is to:
•Promote the general welfare of law enforcement in Nebraska.
•Develop closer personal and official relationships among law enforcement personnel.
•Foster a steadfast resolution in all people to protect the rights, liberties, and welfare of the people.
•Raise the standards of law enforcement and the personnel connected therewith.
•Provide continuing education and training for law enforcement.
•Disseminate new materials and methods in law enforcement.
•Encourage recognition of law enforcement as a professional work entitled to commensurate respect.
•Advocate and encourage legislation for the improvement of law enforcement work and for the benefit of its personnel
•Help defray the burial expenses of its members.

10/01/2026

A huge thank you to our Platinum Sponsors!

We are proud to recognize Verizon and OnScene Dynamics as Platinum Sponsors of the NSA/POAN Conference in Kearney.

Their generous support helps make this event possible, and we are grateful for their commitment to Nebraska's law enforcement community. Thank you for standing with the Nebraska Sheriffs' Association and the Police Officers' Association of Nebraska!

Be sure to stop by and say thank you when you see them at the conference.

09/09/2026

🚨 IMPORTANT REGISTRATION UPDATE! 🚨

Online registration ends September 13!

After September 13, registration will only be available in person at the conference.

The Nebraska Sheriffs' Association (NSA) and the Police Officers' Association of Nebraska (POAN) invite you to join us October 4–7, 2026, in Kearney, Nebraska, for four days of training, networking, and connecting with fellow Nebraska law enforcement professionals.

📅 October 4–7, 2026
📍 Kearney, Nebraska

Register by September 13 to secure your spot!
https://www.nsapoan.com/register

We’ll see you in Kearney! 🚔

09/04/2026

📌 A quick heads up: our office will be closed Monday, September 7th for Labor Day and Tuesday, September 8th for an all-staff professional development day. We'll be back to regular hours on Wednesday, September 9th. Thanks for your patience, and enjoy the holiday! 🎉

08/31/2026

🚨 DON’T LET YOUR REGISTRATION COST MORE! 🚨

EARLY BIRD PRICING ENDS TODAY!

⏰ Register before midnight tonight to lock in the Early Bird rate and secure your spot at the 2026 Nebraska Law Enforcement Conference!

The Nebraska Sheriffs’ Association (NSA) and the Police Officers’ Association of Nebraska (POAN) invite you to join us October 4–7, 2026, in Kearney, Nebraska, for four days of valuable training, networking, and connecting with fellow Nebraska law enforcement professionals.

🔥 Register today. Save today. Thank yourself later.

Don’t wait—prices increase tomorrow!

08/17/2026

📘 2026 POAN Handbook Preorders Are Now Open!

New for 2026: To help reduce printing and storage costs, the Police Officers Association of Nebraska will be offering printed handbooks by preorder only.

If you'd like a printed copy of the 2026 POAN Handbook, be sure to place your order by Friday, September 4, 2026. Only the number of handbooks preordered will be printed, and no extra copies will be available after the preorder period.

💲 Cost: $14 per handbook, plus shipping

📅 Preorder Deadline: Friday, September 4, 2026

🛒 Preorder yours today: https://forms.monday.com/forms/f4116ee11a80963b55cb06dcd61539d4?r=use1

Thank you for your support as we make this change to better manage costs while continuing to provide this valuable resource for Nebraska law enforcement officers.

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07/14/2026

🕊️ Help Us Honor Nebraska's Fallen Law Enforcement Officers

Each year, the Nebraska Sheriffs' Association (NSA) and the Police Officers Association of Nebraska (POAN) recognize law enforcement officers who have passed away during the previous year at the annual NSA/POAN Awards Banquet.

If your county or department has lost a member, we invite you to submit their name so they may be recognized during this special tribute.

🗓️ Awards Banquet: October 6, 2026
🕡 Time: 6:30 p.m.
⏰ Recognition Submission Deadline: September 25, 2026

Please help us ensure that those who dedicated their lives to serving Nebraska are remembered and honored.

🔗 Submit a name today using the link on our website:
https://forms.monday.com/forms/d161948f08536a7f6c22f004ed5ad3db?r=use1

07/10/2026

🚨 Don't Miss Nebraska's Premier Law Enforcement Conference! 🚨

The 2026 NSA/POAN Annual Conference brings together professionals from across Nebraska for four days of learning, networking, and collaboration.

From timely educational sessions to a dynamic vendor hall and special events throughout the week, this is an event you won't want to miss.

📅 October 4–7, 2026
📍 Kearney, Nebraska

Register today and join your colleagues from across the state as we work together to strengthen Nebraska law enforcement.

🔗 Learn more and register at www.nsapoan.com

07/02/2026

We hope you have a wonderful 4th of July weekend filled with family, friends, and celebration.

Please note that our office will be closed on Friday, July 3, in observance of the holiday. We look forward to serving you when we return on Monday.

Wishing everyone a safe, fun, and memorable Independence Day! 🎆🎇

Address

521 First Street
Milford, NE
68405

Telephone

+15317397423

Website

https://www.policeofficersassociationofnebraska.com/

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