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 Schaitberger Launches IAFF Political Agenda at Legislative Conference
March 15, 2010 – IAFF General President Harold Schaitberger welcomed hundreds of delegates to the 2010 Alfred K. Whitehead Legislative Conference at the Hilton Washington Hotel in Washington, DC. Despite the current rocky political climate, Schaitberger said the IAFF and it members must and will remain dedicated to issues important to fire fighters -- especially collective bargaining, understaffing, re-authorization of the Assistance to Firefighters (FIRE Act) grant program, expansion of the Urban Search and Rescue Teams response system, continued funding for 9/11 responders medical monitoring and treatment programs and federal fire fighter pension reform. Read More...
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Davies Joins Fire Fighters in Call for National Office on Fire Statistics
March 12, 2010 -- New Democrat Public Safety Critic Don Davies (Vancouver Kingsway) has introduced a Bill aimed at protecting fire fighters and emergency responders by ensuring they have access to accurate and
up-to-date fire statistics. “Our fire fighters and emergency responders put their lives on the line to keep Canadians safe,” said Davies. “As Public Safety Critic, I want them to have all the tools they need to do their job.” Bill C-495 proposes the creation of a National Office for Fire and Emergency Response Statistics within Statistics Canada. The Office would track a wide array of fire statistics and produce an annual report to be made available to Parliament, firefighters and the public. Read More...
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.jpg) Paul Hufnagel Elected IAFF 8th District Vice President
March 12, 2010 – Michigan Professional Fire Fighters Union (MPFFU) President Paul Hufnagel has been elected IAFF 8th District Vice President. Hufnagel was nominated for the position after former 8th District Vice President Tommy Miller was elected IAFF General Secretary-Treasurer in January. “On behalf of General Secretary-Treasurer Miller and the IAFF Executive Board, we congratulate Hufnagel on his election and we look forward to working with him to accomplish the work of our great union,” says IAFF General President Harold Schaitberger. “I want to thank our members in the 8th District for their support,” says newly-elected IAFF 8th District Vice President Hufnagel. Read More...
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Police, Fire Fighter Unions See Chance to Expand Collective Bargaining Rights
March 12, 2010 -- Fire fighter and police lobbyists view this Congress as the best chance in years to expand collective bargaining rights for public safety workers. A House Education and Labor Committee subpanel held a hearing on legislation that would direct federal authorities to review state laws and issue regulations regarding collective bargaining rights for public safety officers. “For the first time in eight years, we have a president who has indicated he is going to sign it. We have leadership in both houses who have committed to put it on the floor. And we have the votes to pass it,” said IAFF General President Harold Schaitberger.
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Hearing Held On Bargaining Bill
March 10, 2010 -- A House Education and Labor Subcommittee held a hearing March 10 on the IAFF’s national collective bargaining bill, HR 413, the Public Safety Employer-Employee Cooperation Act, setting the stage for action in the House. Read More...
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 IAFF Holds Successful Political Training Academy
March 10, 2010 -- IAFF members from 31 states and three Canadian provinces attended the IAFF 14th annual Political Training Academy (PTA) in Baltimore, Maryland, February 28-March 5. In addition, the 2010 class included five female IAFF members – the most ever – two of whom currently serve as presidents of their locals.
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National Ban on Flame Retardant Chemicals
March 9, 2010 -- Over the past several months, the IAFF has been working with the chemical industry to structure a national withdrawal of the controversial brominated flame retardant, Decabromine, from the market. “The IAFF is proud that we played a major role working with our congressional and administration allies and with the major manufacturers of flame retardant chemicals to ban Decabromine from the market by the end of 2013,” says IAFF General President Harold Schaitberger.
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DHS Releases FIRE Act Grant Workshop Schedule
March 9, 2010 -- The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has posted the schedule for applicant workshops for 2010 Assistance to Firefighters (FIRE Act) grants. The schedule will be updated daily with any new/updated information about the scheduled workshops. The IAFF encourages affiliates to work with their fire departments to apply for FIRE Act grants, which help fund training, equipment, protective gear and emergency vehicles. Read More...
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Register Now for the 17th Canadian Legislative Conference
March 9, 2010 -- The IAFF 17th Canadian Legislative Conference is fast approaching, and affiliates planning to attend are reminded to complete their Conference registration, make hotel reservations and make lobby day appointments with members of Parliament. The Conference is scheduled for April 25-28, 2010, at the Delta Ottawa Hotel. Conference brochures were mailed from the Canadian office to affiliate presidents and secretaries. Read More...
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Collective Bargaining Hearing Set for March 10
March 8, 2010 -- The House Education and Labor Committee’s Subcommittee on Health, Employment, Labor and Pensions Subcommittee will hold a hearing on the IAFF’s national collective bargaining bill, HR 413, the Public Safety Employer-Employee Cooperation Act, on Wednesday, March 10 at 10:30 a.m. in the Rayburn House Office Building.
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Status Update on FAA Reauthorization
March 8, 2010 -- The United States Senate is expected to consider S. 1451, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Air Transportation Modernization and Safety Improvement Act, in March 2010. S. 1451 is the Senate version of FAA Reauthorization bill H.R. 915, which passed the U.S. House of Representatives in 2009. Unlike the House-passed bill, S. 1451 does not contain IAFF-backed language requiring the FAA to bring Airport Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) standards into conformity with existing national consensus standards. Read More...
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MDA Releases 2010 Summer Camp Schedule
Every year, the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) supports some 90 summer camps across the country for children with neuromuscular diseases. MDA camp offers a wide range of activities specially designed for young people who have limited mobility or use wheelchairs. Although structured, camp programs are conducted in a relaxed atmosphere that gives campers an unmatched opportunity to develop lifelong friendships, share interests and build self-confidence.
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Mark Your Calendars and Become Fit for Duty!
March 2, 2010 -- Health and wellness have become hot topics lately; however, every year more than 50 percent of line-of-duty deaths in the fire service are related to health and wellness issues. With this is mind, the theme for this year’s Fire/EMS Safety, Health and Survival week is “Fit for Duty.” During the week of June 20-26, 2010, IAFF members are encouraged to focus on a variety of important health and safety issues. Read More...
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Nominate Candidates for IAFF Local Leadership Award
March 1, 2010 -- The IAFF is accepting nominations for the Local Leadership Award, which recognizes and honors active and active-retired local leaders who have dedicated more than 15 years to their local. Read More...
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2010 Media Awards Contest Entry Form Available Online
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Human Relations Conference Renews Commitment to Inclusivity
January 28, 2010 -- Attendees at the 2010 Ernest A. “Buddy” Mass Human Relations Conference enjoyed inspirational stories and advice from distinguished presenters in the fields of civil rights, diversity and conflict resolution. More than 300 fire fighters from throughout the United States and Canada came together in Lake Buena Vista, Florida, January 24-27, 2010, to celebrate the progress that has been made toward making the fire service more inclusive and to honestly discuss the long road that still lies ahead. Read More...
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 Thomas Miller Elected IAFF General Secretary-Treasurer
January 20, 2010 -- Following the retirement of IAFF General Secretary-Treasurer Vincent J. Bollon on January 15, 2010, the IAFF Executive Board – in accordance with the IAFF Constitution and Bylaws – has elected Thomas H. Miller, to finish the term. “Tommy Miller has demonstrated his ability to lead on the local, state and international levels of this great union,” says IAFF General President Harold Schaitberger. “I have no doubt he will continue to be an invaluable asset to our members in his new capacity as General Secretary-Treasurer.”
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Special Tribute to Vincent J. Bollon
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 Country Music Benefits IAFF Disaster Relief Fund
November 6, 2009 -- BLEVE Entertainment Group, LLC continues to work to raise money for the IAFF’s and Fraternal Order of Police’s (FOP) disaster relief funds from sales and performances of the country music single, “My First Ride,” featuring recording artists Ronnie Milsap and Trace Adkins. The single is the title of a new CD that includes songs by George Strait, Vince Gill, James Otto, Kevin Bacon and the Bacon Brothers and Mike Reid. For each CD sold, $2 will be donated to the IAFF Disaster Relief Fund. Read More...
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IAFF Response to H1N1 (swine) Flu Outbreak
October 14, 2009 -- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) CDC has released updated interim guidance on infection control measures to prevent transmission of the 2009 H1N1 influenza. The updated guidance applies uniquely to the special circumstances of the current 2009 H1N1 pandemic and will be updated as necessary as new information is available. In addition, the CDC has published questions and answers that address the special circumstances of the current 2009 H1N1 pandemic. The IAFF is advising members to be aware of and take the necessary precautions for responding safely and effectively to an H1N1 flu outbreak. Read More...
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CHARLESTON: City Releases Final Results of Investigation
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Surviving the Economic Crisis Toolkit
To ensure you are taking the right steps towards fixing the economic shortfalls in your city, county, state or province, the IAFF has developed this online resource to help you help yourself to the tools and resources available from the IAFF.
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Economic Crisis News Headlines
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