Nebraska will send a strong message during Police Week

National Police Week runs from May 12 to 18

Nebraska supports blue! The Nebraska Crime Commission will share this message with law enforcement officers across the country in a unique campaign organized for National Police Week rallies in Washington, DC.

“From the extraordinary public support of our Nebraska police departments to the generous recruiting incentives in place, we are working to spread the word nationally that Nebraska is a great place to serve as a police officer,” he said. said Bryan Tuma, director of the Nebraska Criminal Commission. “Police Week brings officers from across the country to Washington, D.C., so we’re going to show why current officers should consider continuing their careers in Nebraska.”

This effort is not specific to any Nebraska law enforcement agency, but is intended to communicate that all Nebraska agencies have much to offer potential applicants. Among the incentives offered to Nebraska police officers are:

100% tuition waiver for sworn officers and their dependents. This waiver applies to any state university, college, or community college.
Cash Incentives: New hires are eligible to receive up to $7,500 in bonuses at Nebraska.
certification. Nebraska also offers retention bonuses in the first, third and fifth years of study.
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In addition to these benefits, Nebraskans provide unparalleled support to law enforcement. At a time when many states have seen a decline in public support for police officers, Nebraska has remained committed to public safety by working to recruit new police officers to serve in communities across the state.

“Those who choose to pursue a career in law enforcement are answering a calling that comes from deep within themselves,” said Governor Jim Pillen. “It’s almost undeniable. They know that they are expected to accomplish something noble and important in public service. Opportunities to make a difference – in communities large and small – are everywhere here in Nebraska.

During Police Week, the Nebraska Crime Commission will highlight Nebraska’s support for police officers with a mobile digital billboard. The billboard will focus on the area around Tent City for National Police Week, which is a festival and exhibition space hosting thousands of officers and their families.

“As respect for law enforcement has deteriorated in large urban centers, Nebraska has continued its tradition of supporting the men and women who wear the uniform and keep our communities safe every day,” Rep. Mike Flood said. “The Nebraska Crime Commission is doing a great job of Nebraska getting the message out to the entire country that we support blue and we want more peace officers here in the good life.”

Earlier this year, an informal coalition of law enforcement officials and public officials launched “Nebraska Backs the Blue.” Click here to find out more.