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IAFC Launches National Volunteer Firefighter Recruitment Campaign
April 7, 2026
This national recruitment campaign targets Gen Z and Millennials, showcasing volunteer firefighting as a fulfilling side hustle
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Statement from IAFC President, Chief John S. Butler
January 2, 2024
IAFC President, Chief John S. Butler announces appointments
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Department of Labor seeks to expand, establish protections for today’s emergency response workers
December 22, 2023
Proposal to update standard and expand safety & health protections for emergency responders.
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National Fire Service Organizations Urge Congress to Protect America's Fire and Emergency Services
October 10, 2023
National organizations calling on Congress to ensure that vital fire service grant programs are reauthorized
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City of Golden (CO) Fire Department and Goochland County (VA) Fire-Rescue & Emergency Services Selected for Deccan International/VCOS “Analyst” Grant!
September 12, 2023
IAFC, VCOS and Deccan International announce departments selected to receive grant
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Transformative Partnership Formed Between IAFC and Columbia Southern University
August 14, 2023
IAFC and CSU proudly announced a groundbreaking collaboration that delivers on one of the key goals
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Training: Batteries in the Fire Service, Tall Mass-Timber Buildings & Fire Department Concerns, and Codes that Safeguard Construction
July 27, 2023
Training on operational response and code requirements for batteries in buildings and energy storage systems
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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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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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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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House Passes FirstNet Legislation by Voice Vote
April 21, 2026
April 20, the First Responder Network Authority Reauthorization Act (H.R. 7386) passed by the House
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The Washington Update – April 17
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The Washington Update – April 310
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