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Interested in Serving on an IAFC Committee?
February 26, 2026
IAFC Committee Applications are due by March 30, 2026
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Interested in Serving on an IAFC Committee?
February 26, 2026
IAFC Committee Applications are due by March 30, 2026
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February 20, 2026
Details on the Protecting Patient Access to Emergency Medications Act of 2017 (PPAEMA) rule, effective March 9, 2026.
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IAFC Appoints Donna Black as Chief Executive Officer
February 18, 2026
The International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) is pleased to announce Donna Black as its new CEO.
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Vector Solutions Introduces Target Solutions Volunteer Edition to Expand Training Access for Volunteer Fire Departments
February 3, 2026
New streamlined, affordable training platform helps volunteer agencies meet standards, reduce risk and improve readiness
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The Fire Service Executive Development Institute (FSEDI) Welcomes Its 14th Cohort
February 3, 2026
The Fire Service Executive Development Institute (FSEDI) Welcomes Its 14th Cohort
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Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) Mentorship Program
January 30, 2026
Apply by March 6 for executive-level wildfire planning and mentorship support
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NEW! Officer Development Leadership Tracks
January 26, 2026
The IAFC, in partnership with Columbia Southern University (CSU), is expanding the Officer Development Program (ODP) with two exciting new leadership tracks designed to meet the evolving demands of today’s fire and EMS professionals.
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U.S. Department of the Interior Announces Chief Brian Fennessy Will Lead U.S. Wildland Fire Service
January 16, 2026
The IAFC congratulates Chief Fennessy on his new role with the Department of the Interior, U.S. Wildland Fire Service.
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Congress Passes Legislation to Help Survivors of Public Safety Cancer Deaths
December 17, 2025
December 17, the Senate passed the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA; S. 1071)
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New Sourcewell Guide Empowers Fire-Rescue Agencies to Adopt Technology
November 25, 2025
Sourcewell has released a comprehensive new guide designed for fire-rescue agencies looking to modernize their operations with emerging technologies. Titled Advancing the Future of Fire-Rescue Operations: Strategies and Solutions for Adopting Emerging Fire-Rescue Technology, the guide provides practical tools and recommendations for technology adoption.
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International Wildfire Management: Strategic Insights and Collaborative Opportunities for Fire Leadership
November 17, 2025
This white paper examines the outcomes and opportunities identified during the second International Fire Department Exchange (IFDX), held in conjunction with the IAFC's 2025 WUI conference.
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IAFC Reminds All Road Users: “SAFETY STARTS WITH YOU – SLOW DOWN AND MOVE OVER!” this Crash Responder Safety Week (CRSW), and Every Week
November 17, 2025
November 17-21, 2025 - Crash Responder Safety Week
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IAFC Releases Template for Individual & Family Assistance Centers
November 12, 2025
Multijurisdictional Mass Casualty Incident Plan template
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IAFC Launches Search for New Chief Executive Officer
November 3, 2025
IAFC seeks an innovative and mission-driven leader
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IAFC Releases Recommendations for FEMA Reform
October 31, 2025
IAFC's recommendations
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IAFC and IAFF urge the Government to Reopen so Fire/EMS Departments can continue to support community needs
October 20, 2025
IAFF and IAFC strongly urge Congress to act now to end this shutdown to ensure that fire departments are able to support their community's needs.
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IAFC Files Comments to the FAA’s proposed rule on unmanned aircraft operations (UAS) Operations Beyond the Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS)
October 20, 2025
IAFC's comments to the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) proposal
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3 Creative Ways to Get Involved at TSI 2025
October 9, 2025
Learn more ways to get involved at TSI 2025.
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EFO Board Vacancies for Eastern and Southeastern
September 30, 2025
Apply by November 1, 2025
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Your One-Stop Resource for Hazmat Training & Tools
September 30, 2025
Discover the toolkit’s new features and add your own knowledge to strengthen the network.
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ERG 2024 Updates and Hazmat Hot Topics
September 30, 2025
Strengthen your hazmat knowledge with five dynamic recorded sessions led by industry experts.
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Stronger Communication, Smarter Decisions, Safer Firegrounds: New CRM Manual Released
September 18, 2025
Five proven factors form the foundation for safer, smarter operations
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Student Academia & Research Opportunity at IAFC's Technology Summit International
September 18, 2025
This is your opportunity to showcase academia during the Technology Summit International.
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IAFC’s Fire Service Executive Development Institute Available for Fourteenth Year
September 17, 2025
Thanks to the Motorola Solutions Foundation, the program provides new chiefs with tools they need to succeed.
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Enhancing Fire Safety and Energy Storage Oversight
September 15, 2025
NEMA and IAFC's Fire, Life & Safety Section working together
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