Labor Wins - IAFF

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

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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.

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Dec 22, 2025
Winnipeg agrees to historic staffing boost following IAFF-backed campaign

Winnipeg, Man. fire fighters are celebrating a historic victory for public and fire fighter safety in the wake of a months-long, IAFF-supported campaign to increase staffing in the city.

Canada

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Occupational Safety

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Dec 22, 2025
Ohio approves $40 million PTSD fund in major win for first responders

Governor Mike DeWine signed HB 184 into law, marking a key first step as the Ohio Association of Professional Fire Fighters works to secure long-term mental health support for Ohio fire fighters.

Behavioral Health

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Legislation – US

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Dec 19, 2025
2025 RECAP: IAFF continues delivering real wins for fire fighter health, safety, and retirement

From restoring retirement security, to working toward safer staffing goals, fair apparatus markets, and stronger health protections, the IAFF is delivering real change for IAFF members and the communities they serve.

Canada

Labor Wins

Legislation – US

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Nov 21, 2025
Jackson fire fighters secure first contract in decades

New collective bargaining agreement, upgraded station, and a $1M engine mark a major turning point for Local 87 and the city.

Collective Bargaining

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Nov 14, 2025
Cincinnati fire fighters win on pay parity and job-related illness leave

Cincinnati Local 48 fire fighters refused to back down on the two most critical issues for the membership. And they won.

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Oct 9, 2025
Irving fire fighters secure first collective bargaining agreement

With support from the IAFF and state leaders, Irving, TX Local 2073’s first collective bargaining agreement establishes a plan to achieve four-person staffing on every fire apparatus by 2029.

Collective Bargaining

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Sep 26, 2025
Tucson fire fighters secure cancer coverage after long battle

City Council approves workers’ comp for fire fighters with adenocarcinoma after statewide clarification of cancer law.

Cancer

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Sep 22, 2025
Ontario advances fire fighter safety with major investment in IAFF Fire Ground Survival

New funding for IAFF Fire Ground Survival training, including train-the-trainer courses, is the latest advance for the Ontario Professional Fire Fighters Association, which has cultivated a strong relationship with the province’s Progressive Conservative government.

Canada

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