News - IAFF

Feb 3, 2026
It’s tax season: Here’s what IAFF members need to know

Recent changes to the U.S. tax code include new deductions and credits that may benefit fire fighters and emergency medical workers.

Legislation – US

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Jan 30, 2026
Whitby fire fighters to unveil memorial honoring line-of-duty deaths

The monument – debuting on the 175th anniversary of Whitby Fire & Emergency Services – reflects an ongoing commitment to fire fighter health and safety.

Canada

Giving Back

LODD

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Jan 30, 2026
Asheville, NC unanimously adopts pro-labor ordinance thanks to fire fighter advocacy

City council action guarantees union representation during grievance hearings, a first-of-its-kind protection in North Carolina.

Labor Rights

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Jan 30, 2026
Canucks for Kids donates $1 million to Vancouver Firefighters Charities

NHL team’s charity delivers largest single gift to support Local 18’s youth-focused programs.

Giving Back

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Jan 23, 2026
Union launches ballot effort to fix Los Angeles City fire fighter staffing

Backed by IAFF research, UFLAC Local 112 seeks to reverse decades of underinvestment in the LAFD.

Occupational Safety

Political Action – US

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Jan 23, 2026
Retired Canadian battalion chief and IAFF union leader, Dennis Lloyd, dies

Former Winnipeg, Manitoba Local 867 president and IAFF leader leaves a legacy of service, leadership, and solidarity.

Canada

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Jan 23, 2026
New Jersey fire fighters successfully advocate for the passage of two life-saving laws

Two New Jersey laws assist provide important protections to fire fighters statewide. Fire fighters diagnosed with PTSD will be able to seek treatment without fear of job-related repercussions, and PFAS will be phased out of fire fighter gear.

Legislation – US

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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

Baltimore, MD Local 734 receives cost-of-living adjustment and maintains illness and injury protections in an arbitration award. The Local is hopeful the positive ruling will help lead to a boost in morale and improve recruitment and retention.

Labor Wins

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