PSTA News

Pennsylvania State Troopers Association (PSTA) President David Kennedy today issued the following statement on the Pennsylvania Department of Health’s decision to vaccinate smokers before first responders, including Troopers: “I understand this decision comes at the recommendation of the CDC, but our commonwealth should reject this and place a higher priority on vaccinating first responders, who…

“During the May riots in Philadelphia, while others ignored criminal activity, Bill McSwain defended law and order by prosecuting people who damaged state police vehicles. We also thank him for seeking justice for victims by holding violent criminals accountable. His leadership as a United States Attorney in the Eastern District will be sorely missed. On…

Pennsylvania State Troopers Association (PSTA) President David Kennedy today issued the following statement on the tragedy that took place this week in Philadelphia: “The tragedy that happened this week in Philadelphia is yet another sad example of a failed mental health system in Pennsylvania. Mr. Wallace should have been in treatment. Instead, two honorable police…

This week, members of the PSTA, Troop L, Troop K and Troop P and the Ceremonial Unit paid their final respects to retired Cpl. Michael Evelock. Cpl. Evelock was a dedicated public servant who served our country as a United States Marine before joining the Pennsylvania State Police. We’ll always remember his service to the…

Pennsylvania State Troopers Association (PSTA) President David Kennedy today issued the following statement on the passage of law enforcement legislation in the state House and Senate: “The PSTA has always sat down with lawmakers in both parties to address police reforms. From horseback to helicopter, our department has undergone remarkable changes in its more than…

Pennsylvania State Troopers Association (PSTA) President David Kennedy today issued the following statement on the passage of law enforcement legislation in the state House and Senate: “As Troopers, we believe our Call of Honor is nothing less than a sacred oath. Every Trooper must memorize it. In particular, it includes this line: ‘It is my…

The PSTA would like to thank the Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation for its generous donation of PPEs to help keep our members safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. To learn more about the Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation, click here: tunnel2towers.org