CLEAT

Combined Law Enforcement Associations of Texas – the state's largest law enforcement union organization. #CLEAT

[CLEAT @CLEAT]

🚨57th Critical Incident, Officer Involved Shooting, Brazoria County SO. CLEAT Staff Attorney Karen Dykes assisted our member.
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🚨56th Critical Incident, Dallas PD. CLEAT Staff Attorney Kirby Wallace responded to assist our members last night.
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🚨55th Critical Incident, Atlanta PD, Officer Involved Shooting. A CLEAT Regional Attorney responded to the scene to assist our members.

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🚨54th Critical Incident, San Antonio PD, Officer Involved Shooting. CLEAT Staff Attorney Ricardo Garcia Tagle responded to assist our member.
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[Austin Statesman @statesman]

The night a gunman opened fire downtown on March 1, three police officers ran to the scene. https://t.co/Ogunrh7odz

[CLEAT @CLEAT]

CLEAT Deputy Executive Director Jennifer Szimanski testified today at the House Committee on Homeland Security, Public Safety, and Veterans’ Affairs interim hearing. Szimanski spoke on two panels, one of which focused on the implementation of the TCOLE sunset bill, specifically law enforcement agency standards. The second panel addressed issues surrounding law enforcement recruiting and retention.

As departments continue to face staffing shortages and increasing demands, CLEAT remains committed to ensuring the voices of Texas law enforcement officers are heard where it matters most. Supporting the profession starts with recognizing the realities officers face every day and fighting for policies that strengthen recruitment, retention, protections, and long-term support for those who serve our communities across the state.

@Jennifer_cleat #txlege

[San Antonio Police Officers' Association @SAPOAssociation]

We couldn’t let Military Appreciation Month pass without highlighting this #HometownHero! Officer Jairo Sanchez turned his past into purpose. Now an SAPD officer patrolling his childhood streets, his empathy earned him the 2025 @CLEAT Texas Officer of the Year Award 🇺🇸

[Jennifer Hackney-Szimanski @Jennifer_cleat]

Our @CLEAT VP discusses efforts to secure a competitive long term contract for our members/officers at the San Antonio Police Department. This is the way to recruiting and retention!

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CLEAT Staff Attorney John Bradshaw said CLEAT was recently contacted by members who claim high-ranking sheriff’s officials have harassed union members because of who they support politically.

Bradshaw warned CLEAT will “rigorously defend” its members if there is any retaliation, including terminations or transfers, based on political views or candidate support. He said those beliefs are constitutionally protected and “has no place in the workplace.”

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[CLEAT @CLEAT]

🚨 Election Day Reminder 🚨
Polls are open today. Take a few minutes, cast your ballot, and make your voice count. 🇺🇸

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🚨53rd Critical Incident, San Antonio PD. CLEAT Staff Attorney Kay Cole responded to assist our member early this morning. Officer is safe.

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On this Memorial Day, we remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our nation. Their sacrifice will never be forgotten, and their legacy lives on in the freedoms we continue to cherish every day. 🇺🇸

[Senator John Cornyn @JohnCornyn]

I am incredibly honored to have the support of federal, state & local law enforcement groups in my campaign for re-election. 
Ironic that Ken Paxton, the state’s chief law enforcement officer, can’t say the same.
Thanks to @CCPOATX & @CLEAT for hosting me in Corpus Christi today and to @BPUnion for joining. 
#BackTheBlue

[Matt Mackowiak @MattMackowiak]

Our 10th and final GOTV rally in support of @JohnCornyn is happening now in Corpus Christi, hosted by the Corpus Christi Police Officers Association, with supporters including @BPUnion President Paul Perez, @CLEAT President Scott Leeton, law enforcement legend Steve McCraw, Mayor @erikgomeztx and many more.

#txsen

[Deputy Sheriff's Association of Bexar County @DeputyBexar]

A day on the course, a mission bigger than golf ⛳️💙 Thank you to everyone who showed up, sponsored, volunteered, and donated. Your support helps fund scholarships, outreach, and programs that give back to those who serve our community 💚

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🚨52nd Critical Incident, Austin County SO. CLEAT Staff Attorney Tara Tzitzon assisted our member yesterday. Member is safe.

[San Antonio Police Officers' Association @SAPOAssociation]

Exercise your right to vote in the Primary Election Runoff. SAPOA proudly endorses Luz Elena Chapa for District Attorney.
🗓️ Early Voting: NOW - May 22nd
🗳️ Election Day: May 26th (7 AM to 7 PM)
Learn more: https://t.co/vNjW6x9F6r

[Jennifer Hackney-Szimanski @Jennifer_cleat]

More Flock success right here in Central TX…involving a criminal element from Houston. @CLEAT

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Make a plan to cast your vote early in the runoff elections 🗳️
Early voting ends Friday.

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CLEAT has spent more than a decade trying to persuade lawmakers to change retirement and disability benefits for ISD and state university police officers.
“The current model reflects great disparity between these police officers and almost all others across the state when it comes to retirement and disability. This is not sustainable for the future of campus law enforcement officers in Texas,” wrote CLEAT Deputy Executive Director Jennifer Szimanski.
CLEAT said legislation addressing the issue failed during the last session but remains a priority heading into the 2027 legislative session.
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