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March 22, 2018
Last year, the IAFC scored a number of legislative wins, but there’s still much to do. Use this legislative agenda as you prepare to visit Washington and meet with members of Congress for the 30th Annual National Fire and Emergency Services Dinner.
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February 22, 2018
1,000 local television stations are required by law to change to new frequencies which may impact the ability to reach residents with emergency information.
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February 15, 2018
It’s no longer acceptable for fire chiefs to be technology-averse. We must wake up, dig deep and begin to understand the technology that surrounds our profession more deeply than ever before.
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February 15, 2018
In large metropolitan areas, public safety relies on the T-Band spectrum to operate radios in day-to-day operations. A requirement to move off this spectrum greatly concerns agencies in these areas. Here’s what you need to know.
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January 25, 2018
Embry-Riddle to provide UAS-related education, training and certification activities.
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January 8, 2018
Closer than ever to a wireless broadband network for first responders.
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January 2, 2018
All 50 states, D.C., and two U.S. territories have officially "opted in" to FirstNet
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December 2017
With the advent of extensive drone usage in commercial and recreational settings, there’s been increased interest in the fire service, which must be ready for UAS potential to meet the modern-day reality of our operations.
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July 25, 2017
The IAFC believes FirstNet will enhance emergency response operations throughout the fire and emergency service for years to come.
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July 17, 2017
The key to a successful and sustainable drone program is to have a supporting infrastructure in place before that first flight.
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May 15, 2024
The Setting Consumer Standards for Lithium-Ion Batteries Act has passed its first hurdle. This important safety bill and its companion legislation will now face a Senate vote.
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May 9, 2024
VCOS is accepting nominations for the Prestigious 2024 Training Officer Recognition Award
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May 8, 2024
The U.S. House of Representatives has voted to pass S. 870, extending the end date of both the AFG (FIRE) & SAFER Grants. The bill will now be considered by the Senate.
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