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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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Congress Restores Medicare Ambulance Add-On Payments
February 9, 2018
Bill contains some of the most significant EMS reimbursement reforms that Congress has enacted in several years.
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IAFC Partners with Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Partners for UAS Training
January 25, 2018
Embry-Riddle to provide UAS-related education, training and certification activities.
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Congress Delays “Cadillac Tax”
January 23, 2018
“Cadillac Tax” now set to take effect in four years in 2022.
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Partnership Announces 2018 Wildfire Mitigation Awardees
January 24, 2018
Individuals, organizations honored for exemplary commitment to community wildland fire protection.
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Historic Achievement: Clean Sweep of FirstNet Opt-In
January 8, 2018
Closer than ever to a wireless broadband network for first responders.
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Save the Medicare Ambulance Add-On Payments
January 5, 2018
Urge your members of Congress to restore the Add-On Payments!
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FirstNet's Historic Achievement
January 2, 2018
All 50 states, D.C., and two U.S. territories have officially "opted in" to FirstNet
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Senate Reauthorizes AFG/SAFER and USFA
December 22, 2017
Sunset date for AFG/SAFER grant programs pushed out to 2024.
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Tax Cut Bill Contains IAFC Priorities
December 20, 2017
Bill includes fire sprinkler incentive and volunteer firefighter provisions.
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IAFC Partners with Intermedix and Esri to Build the National Mutual Aid System
October 23, 2017
NMAS will be the next generation version of the IAFC’s Mutual Aid Net tool used coast to coast.
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IAFC’s Fire Service Executive Development Institute Available for 6th Year
August 29, 2017
Apply by October 6 for the IAFC's Fire Service Executive Development Institute.
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New Publication Explores Importance of Succession Management in the Fire Service
August 18, 2017
Guide provides steps for departments to start their own succession plans and includes a history of succession management in the fire-rescue service.
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Chief Tom Jenkins Installed as IAFC President
July 27, 2017
Jenkins says IAFC will push to find ways to harness, disseminate, and improve cutting-edge initiatives.
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IAFC Asks Fire Service to Urge Governors to Opt into FirstNet
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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Pierce Manufacturing, IAFC Honor 2017 Fire Chiefs of the Year
July 25, 2017
Chiefs from Macon-Bibb Country (GA) Fire department and North Lenoir (NC) Fire & Rescue receive prestigious awards at FRI
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IAFC, VCOS Release Report on Behavioral Health in the Fire Service
July 24, 2017
Report raises awareness about the emotional and behavioral health issues in the fire service.
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IAFC, PulsePoint Foundation Announce Global Strategic Partnership to Increase Cardiac Arrest Survival Rates
July 17, 2017
The collaboration also endeavors to develop strategies for utilizing public safety data in new and innovative ways.
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Fire Service Leaders to Convene in Charlotte July 26-29 for FRI 2017
June 15, 2017
FRI offers current and future fire chiefs the information, education and services needed to succeed.
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Unofficial Results: Eggleston Elected 2nd VP
June 12, 2017
Chief Dan Eggleston elected IAFC 2nd VP; Voters approve permanent board seats for EMS, Fire & Life Safety and Safety, Health & Survival Sections
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Fentanyl Poses Lethal Threat to First Responders
June 7, 2017
EMS personnel responding to overdose patients and other opioid-related calls are especially at risk.
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President Trump Appoints Chief G. Keith Bryant as U.S. Fire Administrator
May 19, 2017
IAFC Past President Keith Bryant to lead U.S. Fire Administration.
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IAFC and TransCanada Extend Partnership
May 4, 2017
Agreement Supports Pipeline Emergency Response Training across North America
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U.S. Needs a National Strategy for Mitigating and Recovering from Disaster
April 27, 2017
President Sinclair tells Congress IAFC is concerned about the increasing number of disasters and the increasing costs of these disasters.
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IAFC Pleased AT&T Named to Build the First Nationwide Public Safety Broadband Network
March 30, 2017
With strong IAFC support, the Department of Commerce and First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet) today announced the selection of AT&T to build the first nationwide wireless broadband network dedicated to America’s first responders.
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President Trump Should Appoint Experienced Fire Service Leader as FEMA Administrator
February 14, 2017
President Sinclair tells Congress: President should appoint an experienced fire service leader or emergency manager as FEMA administrator.
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