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Jun 26, 2025
Cancer care program for fire fighters now available nationwide

Direct Connect for Firefighters started in Massachusetts as a lifeline for members with cancer. It’s now available to fire fighters across the United States.

Cancer

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Jun 24, 2025
Iowa fire fighters secure major presumptive cancer coverage expansion

A bill to make all cancer diagnoses presumptive for fire fighters enjoyed nearly unanimous support thanks to the fierce advocacy of Iowa’s professional fire fighters.

Cancer

Legislation – US

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Jun 20, 2025
Fire fighter safety: What to consider during civil unrest

Civil unrest and protests like the ones in Los Angeles can make fire and emergency medical response dangerous. This article discusses how some major fire departments keep personnel safe in these volatile situations

Training

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Jun 20, 2025
Now Available: IAFF Energy Hazard Guide

The IAFF Energy Hazard Guide is now available online, providing members with critical response tools for today’s evolving energy risks – from EVs to high-voltage systems.

Hazmat

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Jun 20, 2025
IAFF affiliates in Canada and the U.S. support community orgs during Pride Month

From Port Coquitlam, B.C., to Buffalo, NY, members showed their support during Pride Month through fundraisers and participation in community events.

Giving Back

Labor Rights

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Jun 16, 2025
Legal settlement leads to fair compensation for Connecticut fire fighters

Court settlement calls for the City of Milford to adhere to FLSA rules when calculating Local 944 fire fighters’ rate of pay and overtime compensation going forward.

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Jun 13, 2025
Trump signs new executive order to strengthen U.S. wildfire response

In a signing ceremony at the White House, the president called for greater federal action to protect communities and first responders during wildfire emergencies.

Legislation – US

Training

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Jun 13, 2025
Locals speak out on apparatus crisis

Fire fighters across the U.S. report soaring costs and dangerous delays as the IAFF pushes for investigation into fire apparatus manufacturers.

Legislation – US

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Jun 13, 2025
DeSantis signs sweeping safety protections for fire fighters

Surrounded by fire fighters in Palm Beach Gardens, the governor credited union advocacy for securing one of the strongest occupational safety laws in Florida history.

Cancer

Legislation – US

PFAS

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Jun 12, 2025
‘I’m very proud.’ IAFF father-son teams carry on traditions across Canada and the U.S.

From Prince Edward Island to Kentucky, IAFF families are carrying on the fire service tradition in the field and in union leadership.

Giving Back

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