Labor Wins - IAFF

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.

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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.

Canada

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Occupational Safety

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Jul 31, 2025
IAFF secures victory for family after fire fighter’s fatal heart attack

After years of legal battles, Memphis, TN Local 1784 Fire Fighter/EMT Jeffrey Scott Arick’s family wins full line-of-duty death benefits with the assistance of the IAFF’s Medical Assistance Program, and ongoing support from Local 1784, 14th District Vice President Danny Todd, and General President Edward Kelly.

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LODD

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Jul 22, 2025
Federal jury awards $1 million to IAFF members fired for union organizing

Labor Rights

Labor Wins

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Jul 9, 2025
Historic wins on cancer coverage in PEI and Northwest Territories

Canada

Cancer

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Legislation – Canada

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Apr 30, 2025
IAFF, Dept. of Labor launch new federal apprenticeship program for fire fighters

The program aims to combat the ongoing nationwide fire fighter shortage by reducing barriers to entry for those interested in careers in fire and EMS response.

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Training

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Apr 21, 2025
IAFF advocacy secures free cancer screenings for Connecticut fire fighters

Union advocacy and state leadership provide critical early detection for occupational cancer.

Cancer

Labor Rights

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PFAS

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Mar 31, 2025
Vermont fire fighters play crucial role in election of mayor with IAFF support

Rutland, VT Local 2323’s endorsement of pro-labor, incumbent mayor Michael Doenges highlights how collaborative efforts, and strategic support can lead to political wins.

Labor Rights

Labor Wins

Legislation – US

Political Action – US

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Mar 4, 2025
U.S. Legislative Conference celebrates key victory and prepares for the road ahead

The IAFF successfully lobbied for the repeal of the WEP/GPO repeal. Now, as fire fighters from all over the country convene in Washington, D.C., it’s time to focus on a new set of priorities.

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Legislation – US

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Feb 28, 2025
Montana fire fighters successfully block efforts to repeal workers’ rights

An attempt to curb worker protections in Montana failed last week thanks to the efforts of the MSCOPFF and other labor groups

Collective Bargaining

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