Government of Canada announces new actions on PFAS
Steps to add PFAS as a full class of chemicals under Canada's environmental laws and to further restrict their use in firefighting foams were announced March 5 at a Montreal firehall.Continue reading→
U.S. Legislative Conference celebrates key victory and prepares for the road ahead
The IAFF successfully lobbied for the repeal of the WEP/GPO repeal. Now, as fire fighters from all over the country convene in Washington, D.C., it's time to focus on a new set of priorities.Continue reading→
Statement from UNITE HERE President Gwen Mills, Secretary-Treasurer Nia Winston, and Vice President for Immigration, Civil Rights and Diversity Enrique Fernandez on Introduction of the Dream and Promise Act
“Our union proudly supports the reintroduction of the Dream and Promise Act. Our country needs leadership that addresses our broken immigration system instead of blaming and scapegoating immigrant workers. Immigrant workers are the backbone of the hospitality industry, and so many live and work here thanks to Temporary Protected Status (TPS) or Deferred Action for […] The post Statement from UNITE HERE President Gwen Mills, Secretary-Treasurer Nia Winston, and Vice President for Immigration, Civil Rights and Diversity Enrique Fernandez on Introduction of the Dream and Promise Act appeared first on UNITE HERE!.Continue reading→
IAFF sets top legislative priorities for 119th Congress
With the new Congress now seated, the IAFF outlines the key bills it will prioritize in the next two years. Continue reading→
Montana fire fighters successfully block efforts to repeal workers’ rights
An attempt to curb worker protections in Montana failed last week thanks to the efforts of the MSCOPFF and other labor groupsContinue reading→
Macon-Bibb County fire fighters reaffiliate with the IAFF after 20 years
The Macon-Bibb County Fire Department is Georgia's fifth largest, employing more than 400 career fire fighters.Continue reading→
U.S. House reintroduces IAFF-backed collective bargaining bill
The bipartisan legislation would grant public fire fighters, emergency medical workers, and law enforcement officers the ability to form labor unions, collectively bargain for hours and wages, and provide resolution mechanisms for impasses during negotiations.Continue reading→
IAFF-backed collective bargaining bill reintroduced in House, Senate
The bipartisan, bicameral legislation would grant public fire fighters, emergency medical workers, and law enforcement officers the ability to form labor unions, collectively bargain for hours and wages, and provide resolution mechanisms for impasses during negotiations.Continue reading→
Larger Social Security payments on the way for retirees
With the Social Security Fairness Act now in effect, retirees can expect to see increased payments much sooner than originally anticipated.Continue reading→
Los Angeles fire fighter/paramedic takes center stage at NBA All-Star Game
Los Angeles City, CA Local 112’s Dennis Rodriguez has been a musician since he was nine years old and plays the saxophone, piano, and guitar. He sings the national anthem at events across the state for the LAFD.Continue reading→
A win for fair pay: Osceola, Fla. battalion chiefs’ overtime issues resolved
Outstanding issues surrounding overtime pay for Osceola County, Florida, battalion chiefs have been resolved through litigation with assistance from the IAFF.Continue reading→
IAFF 2024 Media Award Winners Announced
The results are in, and we are happy to announce the IAFF’s 2024 Media Awards winners!Continue reading→
IAFF members respond to fiery Toronto airport crash
The crash of a Delta Airlines passenger jet Monday at Pearson Airport in Toronto was a reminder that routine aircraft movements can become dangerous in an instant. IAFF members from Pearson Airport Local 4382 and Mississauga Local 1212 responded to the accident.Continue reading→
Groundbreaking prehospital blood transfusion programs roll out in Minnesota and Texas
IAFF members in Minnesota and Texas are joining the IAFF's broader push to implement prehospital blood transfusion initiatives.Continue reading→
3 tips to get heart healthy this month
Fire fighters are at elevated risk for heart disease due to on-the-job stress and exposures. But they can reduce risk by maintaining three healthy habits.Continue reading→
“You can succeed in the fire service.” IAFF EHRC leaders highlight success and mentorship in Black History Month spotlight
Leroy Heyward and Bo Chaney, both members of the IAFF’s Elected Human Relations Committee, are driving efforts toward mentorship in the fire service.Continue reading→
From fires to plane crashes: How IAFF members met January’s challenges
Emergency responders were put to the test throughout January. But, no matter what type of emergency it was, the IAFF and its members were ready.Continue reading→
Long-time IAFF leader Mark Ouellette passes away
Mark S. Ouellette, IAFF Eastern Trustee and lifelong labor leader, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer, leaving behind a legacy of unwavering dedication to improving the lives of fire fighters across all levels of the IAFF.Continue reading→
Communities shift to all-career fire departments as volunteer numbers decline
Some communities are transitioning their fire departments to include more career fire fighters as call volumes go up and the number of available volunteers goes down.Continue reading→
The WEP & GPO have been repealed. Now what?
Here’s what you need to know as the Social Security Administration works to implement the historic Social Security Fairness ActContinue reading→
IAFF launches new legislative scorecard
The new tool will help IAFF members in the U.S. to see which federal lawmakers have the backs of fire fighters and emergency medical workersContinue reading→