Legislation - US

Oct 17, 2025
Senate passes bipartisan Honor Act recognizing fire fighter cancer as line-of-duty

IAFF-backed bill extending PSOB benefits to families of fire fighters who die from job-related cancer now moves to U.S. House.

Cancer

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Occupational Safety

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Sep 16, 2025
What they’re saying: Senators, IAFF press apparatus manufacturers over delays and costs

Rising costs and delivery delays are putting the safety of fire fighters – and those they serve – at risk.

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Occupational Safety

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Sep 10, 2025
Kelly warns Senate: ‘Apparatus monopoly is jeopardizing public safety’

The IAFF is fighting back against apparatus price hikes and delays from manufacturers, ensuring fire fighters can serve their communities safely and effectively.

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Occupational Safety

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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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PFAS

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Jul 25, 2025
Bipartisan ‘Federal Fire Fighters Families First Act’ introduced in U.S. Senate

The IAFF-endorsed legislation aims to strike a better work-life balance for federal fire fighters.

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Jul 16, 2025
Schmitt, Hassan introduce bipartisan ‘Graham Hoffman Act’ to deter violence against first responders

The bill – named after Kansas City, MO Local 42 fire fighter-paramedic Graham Hoffman, who was killed while responding to a medical call – would make assaulting first responders a federal crime.

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Occupational Safety

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Jul 7, 2025
New Hampshire fire fighters secure historic pension restoration

Through a close partnership with the state’s governor, the PFFNH has delivered for thousands of first responders after a years-long effort to restore pension benefits.

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Jul 3, 2025
Reconciliation bill delivers tax relief for IAFF members

Overtime deduction, SALT cap increase, and protections for federal fire fighters highlight union’s impact on Capitol Hill.

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Jun 26, 2025
Families urge Congress to recognize occupational cancer deaths as Line of Duty

The Honoring Our Fallen Heroes Act would include occupational cancer as part of the federal government’s PSOB program. It’s currently under consideration in the U.S. House and Senate.

Cancer

Labor Rights

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PFAS

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Jun 24, 2025
Iowa fire fighters secure major presumptive cancer coverage expansion

A bill to make all cancer diagnoses presumptive for fire fighters enjoyed nearly unanimous support thanks to the fierce advocacy of Iowa’s professional fire fighters.

Cancer

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