MAJOR Legislative Victory: AFG and SAFER Signed Into Law
On June 18th, 2024, firefighters across America earned a powerful reason to celebrate: by a landslide vote of 88 to 2, the U.S. Senate approved
Status Report: Presumptive Cancer Coverage for Firefighters in Illinois
Firefighters are in the business of saving lives, even at the cost of their safety. This is often taken for granted: We’ve all seen the
Legislative Alert: Major Changes Coming to Presumptive Cancer Benefits in Connecticut
In October 2023, Connecticut passed a new law establishing that a cancer diagnosis for firefighters is a “rebuttable presumption” in their occupation. This allows firefighters
The Fire Grants and Safety Act: A Lifeline for AFG and SAFER Grants
If Congress fails to act, these fire grants may be gone forever, and firefighters nationwide will be affected. As the Senate greenlights the Fire Grants
Spring Primary Ballot Measure Roundup
Today, voters in states around the country will be asked to stand behind their local fire departments by passing levies, bonds, and other measures used
An Emergency Lifeline: The Importance of Federal Grants to Sustain Fire Departments
In the realm of emergency response, fire departments stand as the frontline guardians of public safety, confronting crises with unwavering courage and expertise. Yet, behind
Firefighters and EMS Fund Honored to Receive Recognition at 2023 ASTORS Awards
[01/02/2024, Manhattan, NY]- Firefighters and EMS Fund was honored to both attend and win an award at the 2023 ASTORS Homeland Security Awards Ceremony, hosted by American Security Today.
The Results Are In: 2022 General Election Impact
During the 2022 general election, Firefighters and EMS Fund tested its singular capability to turn out voters in support of Pro-Fire and EMS politicians and
5 Ballot Measures From Around The Country Impacting Local Fire Departments
Firefighters and EMS Fund is sharing 5 ballot measures from around the country we are keeping an eye on- from tax renewals to the relocation
Firefighters and EMS Fund Attends Hill Day in Washington, D.C.
This past May, Firefighters and EMS Fund Executive Director, Jane Porter had the honor of attending the 2023 FAMA/FEMSA Hill Day event in Washington, D.C.
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