News - IAFF

Jan 16, 2026
New data collection system aims to improve how fire fighters track deployment and resource needs

The United States Fire Administration has fully launched a new data reporting system projected to provide the comprehensive data fire departments need to see where the true risks are and properly allocate resources.

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Jan 16, 2026
Survivor families applaud passage of bipartisan Honor Act

Families of fire fighters lost to occupational cancer say the new federal law brings long-awaited recognition and support after years of IAFF advocacy.

Cancer

Labor Rights

Labor Wins

Legislation – US

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Jan 16, 2026
Arbitrator sides with Baltimore fire fighters on wage increases and sick leave policy

Labor Wins

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Jan 9, 2026
Fire fighter receives lifesaving liver transplant after fellow IAFF member steps forward

A social media post connected Dan Carr of Allegany County, MD Local 1715, with Stacey Holden from Annapolis, MD Local 1926 – and saved his life.

Giving Back

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Jan 8, 2026
Alberta Locals secure four-person minimum staffing in new contracts

Edmonton and Lethbridge fire fighters win contract language guaranteeing four-person crews.

Canada

Collective Bargaining

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Jan 7, 2026
New Durango fire fighters union helps secure voter approval for staffing and station funding

Despite several challenges, Durango Professional Fire Fighters Local 5554 rallied together, mobilized their community, and saw major success during the 2025 elections.

Political Action – US

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Dec 22, 2025
Winnipeg agrees to historic staffing boost following IAFF-backed campaign

Winnipeg, Man. fire fighters are celebrating a historic victory for public and fire fighter safety in the wake of a months-long, IAFF-supported campaign to increase staffing in the city.

Canada

Labor Wins

Occupational Safety

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Dec 22, 2025
What they’re saying: Lawmakers praise passage of bipartisan Honor Act

Democrats and Republicans are applauding new federal legislation recognizing occupational cancer as a line-of-duty death for fire fighters.

Cancer

Legislation – US

LODD

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Dec 22, 2025
Ohio approves $40 million PTSD fund in major win for first responders

Governor Mike DeWine signed HB 184 into law, marking a key first step as the Ohio Association of Professional Fire Fighters works to secure long-term mental health support for Ohio fire fighters.

Behavioral Health

Labor Wins

Legislation – US

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Dec 19, 2025
2025 RECAP: IAFF continues delivering real wins for fire fighter health, safety, and retirement

From restoring retirement security, to working toward safer staffing goals, fair apparatus markets, and stronger health protections, the IAFF is delivering real change for IAFF members and the communities they serve.

Canada

Labor Wins

Legislation – US

PFAS

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