Federal government shutdowns have become routine, but their impact on public safety is anything but routine
Federal government shutdowns have become routine, but their impact on public safety is anything but routine  
Podcast: The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton
Published On: Mon Apr 06 2026
Description: Shutdowns are no longer rare events, and law‑enforcement leaders say that recurring uncertainty creates real risks for public safety agencies that rely on continuity and trust. The National Police Association is throwing its support behind the Eliminate Shutdowns Act as a way to break that cycle. Joining me to discuss why predictability matters so much for policing and public safety operations is Spokesperson for the National Police Association, Sergeant Betsy Brantner Smith.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.