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International Association of Fire Chiefs Welcomes New President, Chief Trisha Wolford
August 19, 2025
The International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) proudly welcomed the 149th president
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House Sends Bipartisan Infrastructure Framework Funding Wildfire Initiatives and Authorizing the ALERT Grant to the President’s Desk
November 8, 2021
The IAFC was very pleased that this package includes the authorization of the ALERT grant program.
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IAFC and TC Energy Mexico Pipeline Training
October 28, 2021
Training in 2020 was completed in the State of Veracruz and the State of Sinaloa and is presently underway in the State of Hidalgo October 28-29, 2021, and Guanajuato November 4-5, 2021.
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FCC Issues Public Notice Partially Lifting the Temporary Freeze on 4.9 GHz Licenses
October 27, 2021
The FCC imposed the 4.9 GHz licensing freeze on September 8, 2020, to maintain a stable spectral environment in the 4.9 GHz band while it considered changes to the service rules governing operations in the band.
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HHS Releases FAQs on HIPAA, COVID-19, and the Workplace
October 8, 2021
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recently released a list of Frequently Asked Questions about the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
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IAFC Recommends Improvements for National Preparedness
September 29, 2021
Testifying before the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, the IAFC identified opportunities for improvement to the national preparedness system.
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Fire Chief Michael O’Brain Receives The Robert W. Gain Fire Prevention Leadership
September 27, 2021
Fire Chief Michael O’Brian has been named the recipient of the 2021 Robert W. Gain Fire Prevention Leadership Award.
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HHS Announces Availability of $25.5 billion in COVID-19 Provider Funding
September 14, 2021
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services announced that $25.5 billion soon will be available to help EMS providers with the costs of providing COVID-19 response.
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Fire Chiefs Encouraged to Recognize 20th Anniversary of 9/11
September 10, 2021
IAFC resources for fire and EMS departments that would like to hold 9/11 remembrance ceremonies.
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IAFC Encourages Fire and EMS Departments to Remain Vigilant During the Fall
September 10, 2021
The Terrorism and Homeland Security Committee is in close contact with our federal intelligence and law enforcement partners and will work diligently to share any priority threat-related information.
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Documentary: Vaccination from the Misinformation Virus
September 7, 2021
This one-hour documentary helps address vaccine concerns by explaining why vaccines are safe, crucial to community health, and save millions of lives annually.
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9/11 Reflections: A Legacy of Service and Sacrifice
September 11, 2025
Quotes and reflections, shared by first responders, preserve the personal truths of that day, ensuring we never forget the sacrifices made and the lessons learned.
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The Washington Update – September 5
September 5, 2025
The Washington Update – September 5
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All Eyes on FRI: A Recap of August's Big Event
September 4, 2025
FRI 2025 - A Look back
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