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Aug 29, 2025
Pennsylvania fire fighter and IAFF leader Bob Brooks announces run for Congress

After more than 20 years representing IAFF members in Pennsylvania, Brooks is ready to take his fight for workers to Washington, D.C.

Political Action – US

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Aug 29, 2025
Vancouver fire fighters win arbitration over sick leave rights

City must repay up to $400K after ruling affirms fire fighters’ right to five paid sick days under B.C.’s Employment Standards Act.

Canada

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Aug 29, 2025
20 Years Later: How Katrina, Rita, and Wilma changed everything

Two decades after the historic 2005 hurricane season, lessons from Katrina, Rita, and Wilma have reshaped how the IAFF prepares for and responds to disasters affecting members.

Disaster Response

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Aug 29, 2025
Illinois bans PFAS in fire fighter gear with new law

The Associated Fire Fighters of Illinois built bipartisan support to protect fire fighters from toxic chemicals in turnout gear.

Cancer

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Aug 29, 2025
Stronger Together: New Jersey IAFF affiliates join forces to deliver 24/7 fire coverage

With guidance from the IAFF and the Professional Firefighters Association of New Jersey (PFANJ), IAFF Locals unite to expand 24/7 coverage, strengthen public safety, and grow community partnerships in Monmouth and Ocean Counties.

Labor Rights

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Aug 26, 2025
Georgia department adds fire fighters to boost public safety

After more than 30 years of running fire apparatus with just two fire fighters, a Georgia fire department is increasing staffing to add a third fire fighter per apparatus.

Labor Wins

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Aug 22, 2025
Testing exposes PFAS in gear sold as ‘PFAS-free’

Analysis of gear purchased by Quincy, MA, showed concerning levels of the carcinogen, underscoring the IAFF’s call for vigilance and independent testing – regardless of manufacturer claims.

Cancer

Occupational Safety

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Aug 22, 2025
30 days or 30 years on the job: The IAFF Financial Corporation has you covered

Every fire fighter and emergency medical worker deserves financial security. IAFF members have access to a wide range of tools and programs through the IAFF-FC to make that goal a reality.

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Aug 22, 2025
NHTSA launches new website for Emergency Response Guides and Rescue Sheets

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has launched a new website to provide emergency responders with easy access to Emergency Response Guides (ERGs) and rescue sheets.

Training

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Aug 22, 2025
Truro, N.S., fire fighters win safer staffing levels in new agreement

A recent settlement will see the Town of Truro gradually hire additional personnel in order to ensure four fire fighters are deployed at all times. The agreement, which also includes wage increases of more than 23%, reinforces the 4 Fire Fighters 4 Your Safety campaign launched recently in Atlantic Canada.

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Occupational Safety

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