In 2014, the FCC proposed regulations to improve the ability to find wireless callers to 911 in their horizontal and vertical location. Later, four wireless carriers entered into an agreement to instead provide a “dispatchable location.” read more

In 2016, we took many important steps forward in our efforts to deploy a nationwide public-safety broadband network. We look forward to this work paying dividends in 2017, as we move into implementation mode. read more

When I speak to the fire and emergency service about FirstNet, some may not recognize it solely by name. But when I talk about the promise of a broadband network, they certainly recognize the need for it. read more

When emergency responders are on the frontlines, working to save lives and property, nothing is more important than effective, reliable and interoperable communications. read more

Fairfax, Va. – By unanimous vote, the IAFC board of directors today passed a position statement in full support of the First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet). The statement reads in part, “The IAFC believes that FirstNet, by providing dedicated, interoperable, ... read more

Fairfax, Va. – The International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) today announced that it is partnering with Esri, a world leader in geographic information system (GIS) technology, to geo-enable IAFC’s programs and applications in order to support the growing demands ... read more

After years of being on the bleeding edge of technology, electronic patient-care reporting devices (EPCRs) are becoming increasingly widespread in ... read more

AT&T will ask Smartphone manufacturers to activate FM chips on its Android devices in 2016. AT&T joins Sprint as ... read more

There have been reports in the news recently where computers and even entire databases have been hijacked by hackers, the ... read more

The 27th Annual National Fire and Emergency Services Dinner will be held on April 16: just a month and a ... read more

Putting in the work includes a sharp focus on certifications, training, professionalism, positivity and decision-making. read more

International Code Council voting information read more

IAFC-VCOS and Provident Insurance Announce the 2021 John M. Buckman III Leadership Award Winner read more