HCLF Board Members Named Among Washington, D.C.’s Most Influential People
Two of our distinguished board members — retired Police Chief Terrence M. Cunningham and former ATF Assistant Director Jim Pasco — have been named among Washington, D.C.'s Most Influential People by Washingtonian magazine for 2026. The recognition reflects the reach and credibility both leaders bring to the Foundation's mission of improving the health and wellness of law enforcement officers through systemic, interdisciplinary change.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Howard C. Liebengood Foundation proudly announces that two of its distinguished board members, retired Police Chief Terrence M. Cunningham and former ATF Assistant Director Jim Pasco have been recognized as two of Washington, D.C.’s Most Influential People by Washingtonian magazine for 2026.
The Howard C. Liebengood Foundation was founded by Dr. Serena Liebengood in memory of her husband, United States Capitol Police (USCP) Officer Howard “Howie” C. Liebengood. A 15-year veteran of the USCP Senate Division, Officer Liebengood who tragically died by suicide in January 2021. In his honor, the Foundation is dedicated to improving the health and wellness of law enforcement officers nationwide through interdisciplinary collaboration, education, and research. The Foundation’s work addresses the critical mental health challenges facing those who serve and protect our communities in a comprehensive and collaborative way.
Chief Terrence M. Cunningham currently serves as Deputy Executive Director and Chief Operating Officer of the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP). A former President of the IACP and retired Chief of Police from Wellesley, Massachusetts, Chief Cunningham is a nationally recognized leader in law enforcement policy, training, officer wellness, and community engagement. He brings decades of executive experience to the Foundation’s board.
James O. Pasco, Jr. retired as an Assistant Director of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives and currently serves as the Executive Director of the National Fraternal Order of Police (FOP), the nation’s largest and oldest law enforcement labor organization, representing more than 382,000 officers. A leading advocate on Capitol Hill for law enforcement officers, including officer safety, mental health support, and criminal justice reform—Pasco has been a powerful voice in national policy for over four decades.
“Chief Cunningham and Executive Director Pasco are not only influential leaders on law enforcement issues in Washington, D.C., but both are also passionate champions of officer wellness,” said Dr. Liebengood. “Their expertise and dedication are invaluable to the Foundation as we work to break down barriers to mental health care, promote resilience, and honor the sacrifice of officers like my husband, Howie. We are very grateful and incredibly proud to have them on our board.”
The Foundation’s work mission is to improve the health and wellness of law enforcement officers through interdisciplinary collaboration, education, and research by identifying opportunities to improve workplace health, access to healthcare, and health outcomes of law enforcement officers, while actively facilitating multifaceted solutions.