To strengthen liaison and advocate innovative solutions between the railway police agencies and those governmental and other agencies which concerns the safety and security of employees, patrons, passengers, railway cargo and property. To provide a forum for the exchange of information among the international law enforcement and policing agencies regarding law enforcement training and education programs, standards, technology and research. To conduct conferences and professional activities, and to encourage networking among the various groups. Any person qualified to become a member as defined in the bylaws, may make application in such form and in such manner as defined by the Board of Officers. Every applicant must be endorsed by an active member in good standing.
Active members have full voting rights.
Any person who wishes to support the Association through their professional relationships, networks, duties, and like efforts, and whose application has been approved by the Association's Membership Committee and whose dues are current. Associate members shall not be eligible to vote or hold office, but have the right to the floor to include the proposal of motions and discussions relating thereto. Any person elected by a majority vote Of the active members present at any regularly scheduled meeting of the Association as the result of the person's outstanding service rendered the Association. Honorary and sustaining members shall have the same rights as do Associate members. Honorary and sustaining members are not required to pay annual dues.