Political Action - US

May 20, 2026
Fire fighter Bob Brooks wins congressional primary, advances to general election

Backed by the IAFF and FIREPAC, Brooks defeated multiple candidates to secure the Democratic nomination for Pennsylvania’s 7th Congressional District.

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Jan 23, 2026
Union launches ballot effort to fix Los Angeles City fire fighter staffing

Backed by IAFF research, UFLAC Local 112 seeks to reverse decades of underinvestment in the LAFD.

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Jan 7, 2026
New Durango fire fighters union helps secure voter approval for staffing and station funding

Despite several challenges, Durango Professional Fire Fighters Local 5554 rallied together, mobilized their community, and saw major success during the 2025 elections.

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Nov 5, 2025
FIREPAC drives key election victories for fire fighters

IAFF affiliates saw major wins Tuesday with FIREPAC support, electing pro-fire fighter candidates and strengthening public safety with key ballot measure victories.

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Sep 23, 2025
Kelly, VPFF rally for Spanberger in Virginia governor’s race

Speaking to fire fighters in Roanoke, Spanberger – who led the repeal of the WEP/GPO – pledged to support first responders as the commonwealth’s 75th governor.

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Aug 29, 2025
Pennsylvania fire fighter and IAFF leader Bob Brooks announces run for Congress

After more than 20 years representing IAFF members in Pennsylvania, Brooks is ready to take his fight for workers to Washington, D.C.

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Apr 11, 2025
‘The state’s pension system is broken.’

Alaska closed its pension system in 2005, forcing public employees into a 401(k) plan and substantially reducing retirees’ earnings after a life of public service. Now, two bills in the state legislature look to restore pensions and ease a host of issues that have followed in the decades since.

Labor Rights

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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

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Dec 13, 2024
FIREPAC-backed, IAFF supported members secure key election wins nationwide

IAFF members across the U.S. secure major election wins in 2024 general election.

Labor Rights

Labor Wins

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Political Action – US

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Dec 13, 2024
OSHA hears testimony on critical updates to fire fighter safety standards

OSHA will review the public comments and post hearing submissions until Jan. 17, 2025.

Behavioral Health

Labor Rights

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