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October 10, 2026
Texas Trooper Not Entitled To USERRA Accommodation For Delayed-Onset Service Disability
The Court of Appeals of Texas addressed what it described as an issue of first impression under the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA): whether a service member whose military-related disability is dis­covered after returning to work may invoke USERRA’s reemployment p
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September 12, 2026
Court Allows Challenge To Disclosure Of Minnesota Undercover Officer Identities
The Minnesota Police and Peace Officers Association (MPPOA), which alleged that it represents “over 90% of the police and peace officers in Minnesota,” sued the Minnesota Board of Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST Board) after the Board allegedly released the names and dates of birth of at
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August 8, 2026
Supreme Court Finds No Historical Basis For Disarming Marijuana Users
Ali Danial Hemani, a dual U.S.–Pakistan citizen living in Texas, became the subject of a federal investigation in 2022 after authorities suspected him and his family of terrorism-related activity. During a search of the family home, Hemani cooperated with law enforcement. He turned over a firearm he
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First Thursday Podcast

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October 8, 2026
First Thursday, October 2026
This month’s podcast is all about information. Information about the public and employees. Who controls it, who has access to it, how can it be used, and what role does the union play?What’s coming up from LRIS (0:02:17)The CasesCourt Allows Challenge to Disclosure of Minnesota Undercover Officer Id
, 10/08/2026

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September 3, 2026
First Thursday, September 2026
Marijuana, Guns, & Public Safety EmployeesMarijuana laws have been loosening in many states, but the drug is still illegal at the federal level. This month’s podcast covers what happens when state and federal laws collide on this issue, and why the labor contract is so important. Coming up from LRIS
, 09/03/2026

01:29:23

August 6, 2026
First Thursday, August 2026
The Brady Rule affirms that the government, because of its obligation to provide defendants with a fair trial, must turn over favorable, exculpatory evidence to a criminal defendant. Over the years, Brady has become as impactful on public safety labor law as it has in criminal law. Brady Lists of of
, 08/06/2026

01:00:08

July 9, 2026
First Thursday, July 2026
The Supreme Court has wrapped up its 2026 docket, and, in this podcast, Rick covers three decisions that impact public safety employees.US v. Hemani (03:19)Margolin v. National Association of Immigration Judges (32:13)Trump v. Slaughter (45:40)
, 07/09/2026

01:01:02

June 4, 2026
First Thursday, June 2026
Rick Poulson covers a potpourri of cases from across the country, including two involving police take-home vehicles.
, 06/04/2026

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May 7, 2026
First Thursday, May 2026
The rise of gambling apps has created an multitude of issues, and the public safety labor environment has not been immune from its effects. In this episode of First Thursday, Rick Poulson explores this rapidly growing issue and its implications for public safety agencies. Sparked by both personal ob
, 05/07/2026

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California City Fires City Manager, Asks Laid Off PD Employees To Return To Work
10/28/2026
HOLLISTER, Calif. — A city manager has been fired and employees have been allowed to return to work after the Hollister Police Department’s officer union claimed that the city intended to lay off all civilian police personnel.The city of Hollister laid off employees across multiple departments, incl
Sacramento Agrees To New Police Raises. Cops Still Fear The Force Will Dwindle
10/28/2026
Sacramento police officers can expect continued pay raises after the City Council approved a new labor contract Tuesday.However, the police union says the pay still falls short, claiming the department will struggle to maintain the size of its force.The officers will see their pay increase 11% by th
Town Of Brownsburg, Indiana, Local Firefighters Union Settle Overtime Pay Lawsuit For $465,000
10/28/2026
BROWNSBURG, Ind. — The Town of Brownsburg has settled a lawsuit brought against it by a local firefighters union for $465,000.According to a release, the settlement was reached after Hendricks County Professional Firefighters IAFF Local 4406 filed a lawsuit against the town in federal court in May 2
Council Bluffs Police Union Pushes For Parental Leave, Council Declines To Reopen Contract
10/21/2026
COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA — The city approved six weeks of paid parental leave for eligible employees, but Council Bluffs police operate under a separate union contract, so the benefit did not apply to them.Union President Anthony Fletcher said the department’s current 40-hour limit falls short.“Those fir