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CONTENTS

26 Trailer Ride-Along
COVER STORY

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PBA’s neew trailer an
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on a prou
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COVER PHOTO BY JOHN HULSE

The long line of NJ State PBA trailers is
now a lot longer with the introduction of
the newest apparatus, a state-of-the-art,
custom vehicle that will enhance a
presence worthy of the biggest law
enforcement union in the state.
Take a tour of the new trailer and see all
the amenities that furthers a tradition
started nearly 20 years ago. Plus, get the
inside story via an exclusive interview.

The NJ State PBA came out en masse to endorse Democrat Josh Gottheimer
for Congress’ 5th District because he stands by law enforcement…
and stands by his word ..................................................................Page 33

College Bound
NJ State PBA scholarships offer a helping hand to
another group of members’ daughters and sons
in pursuit of higher education...............Page 36

The Somerset/Middlesex County Conference has a
tradition going that keeps current members in
touch with former and retired State Delegates and
makes sure they are not forgotten.............Page 43

Dressed in workout clothes, police uniforms and even superhero costumes, PBA members across the state hit the streets for the 33rd Annual
Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics New Jersey.... Page 47

Also in this issue...
President’s Message..........................Page 4
Executive Vice-President .................Page 7
The 4-1-1............................................... Page 8
PBA Legal Corner.............................Page 10
Legislative Report............................Page 12
Pension Benefits Report............... Page 14
Legal Protection Plan Update.... Page 16

JULY 2016

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Local 600 Report............................. Page 18
NAPO Report.....................................Page 22
Around the State .............................Page 55
Test Prep..............................................Page 66
Health and Wellness...................... Page 69
Member Benefits.............................Page 75
All in the Family................................Page 76

JULY 2016

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Vol. 20 No. 7

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