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Help Strengthen Hazmat Rail Response, Your Experience Matters!
June 27, 2025
We need your assistance with insights from those who have responded to a rail incident involving Hazardous Materials.
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Heart Safe Communities Honored at Fire-Rescue Med 2023
May 23, 2023
Two fire departments were recognized for their success in improving cardiac arrest survival rates in their communities
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EMS Week 2023 - May 21-27
May 19, 2023
This annual campaign brings the EMS community together to celebrate the accomplishments of EMTs and paramedics
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IAFC President Testifies at Congressional Hearing
May 11, 2023
Chief Donna Black testifies to support the reauthorization of the AFG and SAFER programs
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Vector Solutions and IAFC’s Volunteer and Combination Officers Section Now Accepting Nominations for the 2023 Training Officer Recognition Award
May 10, 2023
The award, which is now open for nominations, acknowledges exemplary conduct by a training officer for their innovation and effectiveness when delivering training.
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Fire Grants and Safety Act (S. 870) has passed in the Senate, Now What?
April 21, 2023
Great news for members of the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) and the entire fire service community! The Fire Grants and Safety Act (S. 870) has passed in the Senate with an overwhelming vote of 95-2. This is a significant achievement and deserves to be celebrated.
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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
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First Responder Wellness Week: 5 days of health and wellness
March 24, 2023
Join us March 27-31 as we partner with Lexipol to launch the first annual First Responder Wellness Week
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Please Take Action: Ask the Senate to Protect the FIRE and SAFER Grant Programs!
March 3, 2023
Update on legislation to reauthorize funding for the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program
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RFP: Recruitment and Retention Instructor Contract Opportunity
February 3, 2023
Recruitment and Retention Coordinator Certification (RRC) course is accepting submissions for contractor positions.
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North Carolina Association of Fire Chiefs Receives Safer Grant
January 30, 2023
NCAFC Grant Will Assist Communities in Recruiting and Retaining Volunteer Firefighters
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