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VCOS & Deccan International Partner to Bring Analytics Grant to Volunteer & Combination Fire Departments
June 12, 2025
Apply to be selected to receive an Analyst Application developed and deployed by Deccan International.
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It's Drone Safety Week
November 5, 2019
This is an opportunity to share your commitment to drone safety and download valuable resources for you and your crew.
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U.S. DOT Proposes Major Rule for the Safe Transportation of LNG by Rail Tank Car
October 23, 2019
Currently, LNG may only be transported via rail in a portable tank with an approval from FRA. However, the HMR does authorize the DOT 113 specification tank car for other flammable cryogenic liquids
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ET3 Updates: Where Is the Program Heading?
September 20, 2019
One of the most important announcements from CMMI came with their decision to extend the application period, which now will close on October 5 at 11:59 PM ET.
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FRI 2019 Highlights: VCOS Interview
September 10, 2019
Chief Charles Flynn and Chief Al Yancey, Jr. on IAFC TV during FRI 2019
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VCOS and EFO Release New Report to Assist in First 100 Days as a Chief
August 9, 2019
New report lays out the key things a new or interim chief needs to know and be thinking about on the first day, during the first week, during the first month, and during months two through six.
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VCOS & VFIS Retention and Recruitment Award Open
July 17, 2019
The award recognizes success and excellence in the retention and recruitment of emergency service members.
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Nominations Open for Chief Buckman Leadership Award
July 3, 2019
Nomination period for the Chief Buckman Leadership Award is open through August 16.
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Connecticut's "See You Out There" PSA wins EMMY®
June 21, 2019
A PSA recruiting volunteer firefighters wins EMMY®
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House Acts to Restore Volunteer Tax Protections
May 24, 2019
If passed by the Senate, it would allow volunteer firefighters and EMS personnel to receive property tax-based incentives and up to $600 per year.
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TargetSolutions and IAFC VCOS Now Accepting Nominations for 2019 Training Officer Recognition Award
May 13, 2019
Nominations for the 2019 Training Officer Recognition Award are being accepted through June 30.
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The IAFC Submits Testimony Asking Congress to Resolve Problems with Fire Apparatus Cost and Delivery Times
September 12, 2025
IAFC asked Congress and the federal government to take action to reduce the costs and number of back orders of Fire/EMS supplies
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IAFC Submits Congressional Testimony on Public Safety Communications
September 12, 2025
The IAFC urges Congress to eliminate the sunset date for the federal FirstNet Authority
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