APCO 2025 attendees on Sunday heard about goals of the second vice president candidate, they considered an amendment to the association policy manual, and the new chief counsel laid out governmental strides for public safety communications.
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Voting Is Open
Online voting is now open and will close on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, at 2:15 p.m. Eastern Time. Results will be announced at APCO 2025 during the second general business session, Tuesday, July 29, at 4:15 p.m. Eastern Time.

PSC July/August 2025 Issue Is Online
PSC, APCO’s bi-monthly magazine, is a membership benefit and the authoritative source of information on public safety communications worldwide. This issue includes features on:
- APCO 2025 Conference in Baltimore
- Inside Out Leadership
- Holistic Health

APCO Unveils Newly Designed Walk of Heroes
On May 23, APCO unveiled its newly designed Walk of Heroes and dedicated the area to the memory of Kent Kruger. APCO staff and the Board of Directors gathered at APCO Headquarters in Daytona Beach, Florida, to unveil the new walkway and water fountain feature.


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The Double-Edged Sword of AI in Emergency Communications
Attendees examined how AI can both strengthen and challenge cybersecurity efforts within emergency communications centers (ECCs).
Making a Real Connection: Critical Elements in Training
Successful training in the ECC depends on building rapport, fostering psychological safety, and ensuring that trainees feel like they belong to the culture of the organization.
Capitol Insights: From the Desk of Government Affairs
This panel brought together policy experts from leading 9-1-1 and public safety organizations for a candid conversation about the federal issues shaping the future of 9-1-1 and emergency communications.
Drone Technologies Transforming Disaster Response
In the days and weeks that followed Hurricane Helene, agencies and companies from all over the country stepped in to help, a few of which include Ovrwatch, Skydio, and the Brookhaven Police Department and their Drone as a First Responder team.
Hook, Line, and Sinker: Phishing in ECCs
This presentation provided a comprehensive overview of how phishing attacks have become increasingly sophisticated, leveraging social engineering tactics to deceive even the most vigilant professionals.
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