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Major Cities Chiefs Support Executive Order On Military Equipment

For Immediate Release: Tuesday, May 19, 2015

The Major Cities Chiefs Association today announced its support for the recommendations developed by the Federal Interagency Law Enforcement Working Group, the review of Federal assistance to law enforcement agencies ordered by President Obama.

Chief Thomas Manger, President of the Major Cities Chiefs and Montgomery County, MD Chief of Police said, “These recommendations, developed in consultation with law enforcement, ensure that we can acquire and utilize needed equipment in a manner that ensures transparency and maintains public confidence.” He added, “We thank the White House for the opportunity to provide input into these recommendations and for the Working Group members for incorporating our ideas and concerns into this document.”

For the full statement, please open the link below.

Military Equipment Working Group Support Press Release

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