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Ensuring Safety in the Age of Lithium-Ion Batteries
November 5, 2024
Resources to assist fire departments during Lithium-Ion and Energy Storage Systems response
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IAFC President Testifies at Congressional Hearing
May 11, 2023
Chief Donna Black testifies to support the reauthorization of the AFG and SAFER programs
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Vector Solutions and IAFC’s Volunteer and Combination Officers Section Now Accepting Nominations for the 2023 Training Officer Recognition Award
May 10, 2023
The award, which is now open for nominations, acknowledges exemplary conduct by a training officer for their innovation and effectiveness when delivering training.
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Fire Grants and Safety Act (S. 870) has passed in the Senate, Now What?
April 21, 2023
Great news for members of the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) and the entire fire service community! The Fire Grants and Safety Act (S. 870) has passed in the Senate with an overwhelming vote of 95-2. This is a significant achievement and deserves to be celebrated.
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Fire Camp Guide Contractor Opportunity
April 13, 2023
Seeking contractors to help develop a fire camp guide for volunteer and combination departments.
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URGENT: TAKE ACTION: The Senate Considers Legislation to Reauthorize the AFG and SAFER Grant Programs Starting Tomorrow (Wednesday)
March 28, 2023
Please contact your Senators and ask them to vote for S. 870, the Fire Grants & Safety Act, without any amendments
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First Responder Wellness Week: 5 days of health and wellness
March 24, 2023
Join us March 27-31 as we partner with Lexipol to launch the first annual First Responder Wellness Week
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Please Take Action: Ask the Senate to Protect the FIRE and SAFER Grant Programs!
March 3, 2023
Update on legislation to reauthorize funding for the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program
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RFP: Recruitment and Retention Instructor Contract Opportunity
February 3, 2023
Recruitment and Retention Coordinator Certification (RRC) course is accepting submissions for contractor positions.
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North Carolina Association of Fire Chiefs Receives Safer Grant
January 30, 2023
NCAFC Grant Will Assist Communities in Recruiting and Retaining Volunteer Firefighters
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President Biden Signed a $1.7 Trillion Omnibus Bill; Fire Service Grant Programs Funded Through 2023
January 4, 2023
Updates regarding the AFG and SAFER programs.
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Shaping the Future of Fire Service: Insights from IAFC President Josh Waldo
October 18, 2024
Listen in as Chief Josh Waldo shares his journey to becoming Chief of Bozeman and President of the IAFC.
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Good News! Symposium In The Sun Update Following Hurricane Milton!
October 17, 2024
The Hilton is open at full capacity, with amenities open or soon to be open (pool, bars, etc.), with no structural or utility damage.
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FEMA's Hurricane Milton After the Storm Messaging Resource Toolkit
October 10, 2024
This toolkit provides multimedia resources quickly available for you to be able to share messaging to your community after Hurricane Milton.
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