The I.U.P.A. was chartered by the AFL-CIO in February 1979 as the federation's only union exclusively designed for law enforcement personnel.  Through the I.U.P.A.'s AFL-CIO    membership, we speak with authority within the labor movement and with the backing of the labor movement on issues of importance to public safety officers.

The I.U.P.A. is an organization that represents federal, state and local police officers, deputy sheriffs, corrections officers and law enforcement employees throughout the United States, its possessions and Canada.

The I.U.P.A. is the only union specifically targeted to meet the needs of law enforcement personnel

The I.U.P.A. is the most politically influential union representing law enforcement in America.

The I.U.P.A. is effective in achieving collective bargaining rights and substantial contracts.

The I.U.P.A. is AFL-CIO affiliated and carries with it the clout of the federations 13 million members.

The I.U.P.A.'s national headquarters, located in Sarasota Florida and the nation's capitol represents its members on national issues.   The I.U.P.A. provides technical and legal services to local affiliates who want to become established or increase organizational strength.