Western States Sheriffs

🇺🇸 Bringing Western Public Safety Priorities straight to Washington, D.C.

The Western States Sheriffs’ Association is committed to ensuring our local communities have a strong, clear voice at the highest levels of national policy.

WSSA President Sheriff Tracy Glover (Kane County Utah Sheriff's Office), Immediate Past President Sheriff Mark J. Dannels (Cochise County Sheriff's Office), and Commander Bradshaw recently returned from a vital trip to the nation’s capital.

The delegation held direct, productive meetings with:

Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin

The United States Department of Justice Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche

Why this matters: From border security to federal-local law enforcement collaboration, ensuring federal leadership understands the unique geographical and operational challenges of the American West is essential to keeping our neighborhoods safe.

Thank you to Secretary Mullin and Acting Attorney General Blanche for their time, leadership, and shared commitment to public safety. Together, we are bridging the gap between local communities and national action.

It was wonderful to have you join the Western States Sheriffs' Association Leadership Academy - Boundary County Sheriff's Office Sheriff Travis Stolley!

🇺🇸 Day #5 of the WSSA Leadership Academy is officially in the books.

18 dedicated law enforcement officials from across the West wrapped up their intensive training at Cochise College in Sierra Vista, Arizona, sharpening the critical skills required to lead the next generation.

We are incredibly proud to have 9 states represented at this summer’s academy, bringing a wealth of diverse perspectives to the table: Arizona | Kansas | Oregon | Wyoming | Washington | California | Montana | Nevada | Idaho

Here’s a look at a packed Day 5:

Mastering Influence: The National Command & Staff College led an impactful class exercise on the art of persuasion.

Operations Insight: Cochise County Sheriff's Office - Mark J. Dannels Sheriff provided an exclusive tour of the Cochise County Sheriff’s Border Operations Center.

Fueled for Success: A sincere thank you to the Cochise College food services team for keeping our academy class well-fed and energized all week.

The Cochise College campus was a beautiful backdrop for this summer’s Sheriff’s Leadership Academy. Thank you to all of the instructors, sponsors, and attendees who stepped up to make this week a massive success.

We are VERY thankful for the partnership and support of Motorola Solutions that helped make this week possible!

ℹ️ About WSSA:
Representing 19 western states and encompassing over 1,100 Sheriff’s Offices, the Western States Sheriffs’ Association is an organization run by Sheriffs, for Sheriffs.

🔗 Want to learn more about WSSA or explore membership opportunities? Visit us at WesternSheriffs.org.

🇺🇸 Day #4 of the WSSA Leadership Academy is officially under our belts! 18 dedicated law enforcement officials from across the West continued their intensive training at Cochise College in Sierra Vista, Arizona, sharpening the skills required to lead the next generation of law enforcement.

Here’s a look at a packed Day 4:

Top-Tier Instruction: A huge thank you to Justin King from the National Command & Staff College for providing outstanding leadership insights and instruction today.

A Step Back in Time: The class took a short trip to historic Tombstone, Arizona, to walk the streets and look at leadership through the lens of Western history.

Dinner & Camaraderie: The day wrapped up with great fellowship and photos inside the iconic Longhorn Restaurant.

Sponsor Shoutout: A massive thank you to Motorola Solutions for sponsoring a fantastic dinner for our attendees. We deeply appreciate your continued support of our mission!

ℹ️ About WSSA:
Representing 19 western states and encompassing over 1,100 Sheriff’s Offices, the Western States Sheriffs’ Association is an organization run by Sheriffs, for Sheriffs.

🔗 Want to learn more about WSSA or explore membership opportunities? Visit us at WesternSheriffs.org.

🇺🇸 Today, Western States Sheriffs’ Association (WSSA) President Sheriff Tracy Glover (Kane County Utah Sheriff's Office, Utah) and Sheriff Matt English (Hood River County Sheriff's Office, Oregon) represented Western sheriffs on Capitol Hill.

While in Washington, D.C., to testify on H.R. 6802, they were invited to a crucial meeting with U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins. Their discussions focused on the vital role local law enforcement plays in public lands partnerships, active forest management, and protecting rural communities from catastrophic wildfires.

Local sheriffs are on the front lines of public land safety. Strong federal-local partnerships are essential to managing our National Forest System effectively.

Watch the House Committee on Agriculture’s hearing, “Reviewing Partnerships to Enhance Management of the National Forest System,” from today, June 25, 2026: www.youtube.com/live/ESz2dGeMndM?si=y_QAhuOhyPEt4uqW

🇺🇸 Day 3 of the WSSA Leadership Institute is officially in the books!

Yesterday, 18 dedicated law enforcement officials gathered at Cochise College in Sierra Vista, Arizona, to hone their leadership skills. A huge shoutout to Gene Ramirez for instructing and sharing his incredible expertise with the class!

🍽️ Community Strong: We also want to extend a massive thank you to the local resident who generously sponsored yesterday’s dinner. Your support means the world to our attendees and keeps us fueled up for the hard work.

About WSSA:
Representing 19 western states and encompassing over 1,100 Sheriff’s Offices, the Western States Sheriffs’ Association is an organization run by Sheriffs, for Sheriffs.

🔗 Want to learn more about WSSA or explore membership opportunities? Visit us at WesternSheriffs.org

🇺🇸 Day 2 of the Western States Sheriffs’ Association Leadership Institute is officially in the books!

Yesterday, 18 law enforcement officials at Cochise College in Sierra Vista, Arizona, continued their journey to sharpen their leadership skills and prepare to bring vital insights back to their home communities.

But it wasn’t all classroom work. Last night, the academy class took an unforgettable tour of the iconic Mescal Movie Set in Benson, Arizona! This legendary location is where classic Westerns like The Outlaw Josey Wales, The Quick and the Dead, and Tombstone were brought to life. The class had an amazing time walking through a piece of Western history.

About WSSA:
The Western States Sheriffs’ Association consists of 19 western states and encompasses over 1,100 Sheriff’s Offices. We are an organization run by Sheriffs, for Sheriffs.

🔗 Interested in learning more about WSSA or membership opportunities? Visit us at WesternSheriffs.org

"We are excited to support this important training opportunity and help develop the next generation of law enforcement leaders," said Cochise County Sheriff's Office - Mark J. Dannels Sheriff "Strong leadership and strong partnerships are essential to public safety, and programs like this help strengthen both."

The Cochise County Sheriff's Office extends its appreciation to the Western States Sheriffs' Association, Cochise College, and all participating agencies for making this inaugural academy possible. We wish all attendees a successful and rewarding experience.