IAFC COVID-19 News

IAFC COVID-19 News

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 read more

COVID-19: Lessons from the Streets

April 10, 2020

The new installment of iCHIEFS podcast is here. read more
Critical Infrastructure Workers and Potential COVID-19 Exposures

April 9, 2020

Critical COVID-19 information regarding civilians working for the fire service. read more
COVID-19 Guidance for Public Safety Communications and 911 Centers

April 7, 2020

During the coronavirus pandemic, it is critical that departments evaluate their communications posture and take steps to ensure the right resources, mitigation strategies, and tools are in place. read more
Western Fire Chiefs Association, IAFC, partner with Constellis to Help Chiefs During COVID-19

April 6, 2020

Western Fire Chiefs Association, IAFC, partner with Constellis to make Fire Chiefs aware of two new products being used to combat COVID-19 read more
Volunteer Departments Eligible for CARES Act Loan Programs

April 2, 2020

Under the CARES Act, all "private non-profit organizations" are eligible for purposes of the Small Business Administration (SBA) Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program, including any entity exempt under IRC 501(c). read more
CMS Expands EMS Payment Opportunities

April 1, 2020

CMS has released one of the most significant updates to the Ambulance Fee Schedule (AFS) since its creation 20 years ago. read more
President of Fire Chiefs Association Calls for Action

March 31, 2020

Fire and EMS chiefs are fighting a “war” against a virus and proper funding is absolutely required to win the war and keep communities safe. read more
Economic Task Force Created to Help IAFC Members Navigate Challenging Times

March 27, 2020

IAFC Economic Task Force to help members navigate these challenging economic times. read more
IAFC's COVID-19 Resources Available for Fire Service Leaders, First Responders

March 24, 2020

Since the earliest days the COVID-19 pandemic, the IAFC has been working around the clock providing fire and emergency service leaders with the information and resources they need to protect first responders and serve their communities. read more
IAFC to Congress: Include T-Band Mandate Repeal in COVID-19 Stimulus Package

March 18, 2020

The IAFC and other public safety oganizations wrote to congressional leaders urging action on repealing the T-Band auction mandate as part of any coronavirus emergency stimulus package. read more

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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. read more
Help Improve Mutual Aid & Multi-Agency Coordination – Participate Today!

April 5, 2023

We ask that you please share any relevant documents your agency has and complete the brief feedback form on your agency’s mutual aid to help inform best practices and assist us in developing this resource for the entire public safety community. read more
Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP) Assistance Program

April 6, 2023

Seeking (6) fire departments and partnering agencies to work with on updating/developing their Community Wildfire Protection Plan read more

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