Apr 2, 2024
IAFF supports new rule addressing train crew size requirements
New federal rule requires major freight railroads to keep two-person crews.
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Apr 2, 2024
IAFF trainings prepared veteran fire fighter and paramedic for Tequesta Council win
Jayson French, a fire fighter, paramedic, District 12 Field Service Representative, and former president of the West Palm Beach, FL Local 727 will be sworn into office on April 11.- news
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Mar 22, 2024
PFFNH legislative priorities focus on early cancer detection and prevention
New Hampshire fire fighters are focused on passing two pieces of legislation: one that would create a pilot program to provide cancer screenings to career fire fighters and another that would encourage the use of PFAS-free fire fighter gear.- news
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Mar 22, 2024
Pennsylvania fire fighter inspires young girls with new children’s book
Chester, PA Local 1400 Secretary Donyé Price writes ‘Girls Can Be Firefighters Too!’ — a story of passion, courage, and shattering gender norms in the fire service.- news
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Mar 21, 2024
Toledo fire fighter overcomes injury to win World’s Strongest Firefighter Contest
Local 92 fire fighter and EMT Marcus Waugh defeated 119 fire fighters for the annual event held at the Arnold Sports Festival in Columbus, Ohio.- news
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Mar 20, 2024
World War II veteran and retired Somerville fire fighter celebrates 100th birthday
Somerville, MA Local 76 members commemorated a century milestone for Griffiths.- news
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Mar 19, 2024
EPA bans carcinogenic asbestos in the U.S.
The ban on carcinogenic asbestos is the first rule to be finalized under the 2016 amendments to the Toxic Substances Control Act.- news
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Mar 19, 2024
West Pierce, Local 1488 fire captain forges path to the Washington State legislature
Rep. Dan Bronoske sponsored a bill to create a memorial honoring fallen fire fighters at the Washington State Capitol.- news
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Mar 15, 2024
Indianapolis fire fighters secure mayor’s reelection with FIREPAC support
Indianapolis, IN Local 416 members say FIREPAC helped secure a historic third term win for Mayor Joe Hogsett, marking a milestone victory after four decades.- news
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Mar 14, 2024
IAFF backs Ohio fire fighters in controversial ballot fight
In Ohio, voters recently turned down a proposal to increase the minimum vote needed to amend the state constitution from a simple majority to a 60 percent majority. Ohio Association of Professional Firefighters (OAPFF) President Jon Harvey says the union played a pivotal role in organizing against the initiative.- news