News - IAFF

Feb 6, 2026
This winter has been tough, but IAFF members have been tougher

In the bitter cold and through inches of snow and ice, IAFF members across the country continue to rise above tough winter conditions to keep the members of their communities safe.

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Feb 6, 2026
CSA Group chooses IAFF experts for wildland safety workshops

The virtual sessions will focus on occupational hazards and training effectiveness.

Canada

Occupational Safety

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Feb 6, 2026
Rail safety reforms gain renewed push amid ongoing derailments

The IAFF-backed Railway Safety Act would expand HazMat training, require real-time information transmitted to responders, and strengthen rail safety standards.

Legislation – US

Occupational Safety

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Feb 6, 2026
Montana captain’s son heads to Paralympics

Local 2457 Capt. Cooper Berry’s son, Jack, heads to Milan in the coming weeks to compete for Team USA in Nordic skiing.

Giving Back

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Feb 4, 2026
Congress passes 2026 funding bill protecting 9/11 responders

The IAFF-backed package includes increased staffing and equipment funding for fire departments nationwide and avoids a government shutdown.

Legislation – US

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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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