Tag: Legislation – US

More than 700 IAFF members met with their Congressional delegation to discuss issues critical to their safety and to preserve important rights like free speech.

The IAFF-backed package includes increased staffing and equipment funding for fire departments nationwide and avoids a government shutdown.

Recent changes to the U.S. tax code include new deductions and credits that may benefit fire fighters and emergency medical workers.

Two New Jersey laws assist provide important protections to fire fighters statewide. Fire fighters diagnosed with PTSD will be able to seek treatment without fear of job-related repercussions, and PFAS will be phased out of fire fighter gear.