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Division Chief Kevin Fetterman Testifies Exploring the Use of Unmanned Aircraft Systems Across the DHS Enterprise
April 1, 2025
During a testimony, Chief Kevin Fetterman highlighted the urgency to address the use of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS)
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Division Chief Kevin Fetterman Testifies Exploring the Use of Unmanned Aircraft Systems Across the DHS Enterprise
April 1, 2025
During a testimony, Chief Kevin Fetterman highlighted the urgency to address the use of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS)
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First Responders Depend on AM Radio
December 6, 2024
The critical role of AM radio, we urge legislators to support the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act
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IAFC Terrorism and Homeland Security Committee Releases 2024-2026 Strategic Plan
October 1, 2024
IAFC members are encouraged to review the strategic plan and download the annexes for their use
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Federal Communications Commission Adopts Report and Order to Facilitate the Implementation of Next Generation 911 Services
August 28, 2024
The IAFC supports the development and implementation of NG911 to strengthen emergency response times.
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Federal Communications Commission Adopts Rule Requiring Location-Based Routing for 9-1-1 Calls
June 28, 2024
The FCC mandated that all wireless carriers nationwide adopt location-based routing for 911 calls and RTTs
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IAFC Testifies About Emergency Responders' Use of Drones
May 22, 2024
Chief Kevin Fetterman, speaking on behalf of the IAFC, recently testified before the House of Representatives on the topic of drone use by the United States fire service.
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IAFC's EMS Section Names Chief J. Robert Brown, Jr. (Ret.) Recipient of the 2024 James O. Page EMS Achievement Award
April 26, 2024
IAFC Honors Chief Rob Brown with Prestigious Award
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Straight Talk about FirstNet: First Responder-Designed and First Responder-Led
December 20, 2023
FirstNet Authority is working to facilitate coordination of this spectrum amongst public safety representatives
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Needs Assessment of US Fire Service
December 17, 2021
Fifth Needs Assessment shows some progress but continuing gaps in fire department resources.
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Heart Safe Communities Honored at Fire-Rescue Med
June 11, 2021
Chesapeake and Harrisonburg, Virginia, Recognized for Innovative Emergency Cardiac Responses
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January 30, 2026
The Washington Update – January 30
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Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) Mentorship Program
January 30, 2026
Apply by March 6 for executive-level wildfire planning and mentorship support
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IAFC Wildfire Programs - Fuels Reduction Funding Awards 2026
January 27, 2026
IAFC Wildfire Programs is accepting proposals from fire departments for Fuels Reduction Projects
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