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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
Can Shiny Bonuses Fix the Staffing Crisis for Ambulance Companies?
Over the past three years, healthcare staff shortages have periodically made their way into the headlines. But none of them may be as critical or
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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.
Prioritizing Firefighter Health: Slotkin Bill Proposes Cancer Screenings for Federal Firefighters at the Department of Defense
Michigan’s Livingston County’s Congresswoman, Representative Elissa Slotkin, has recently introduced bipartisan legislation aimed at prioritizing the health of federal firefighters at the Department of Defense.
Fire Grants and Safety Act of 2023 Passes Senate
In a recent announcement, U.S. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer revealed the successful passage of the Fire Grants and Safety Act of 2023 in the
Local Ballot Measures for Firefighters in 2023: How Did the People Vote?
Ballot measures are used to help support local fire departments and firefighters when funds run low and more budget is needed. For first responders and
The Debate Over Volunteer Fire Training: Fire Union Files Complaint After Town Official’s Suggestion
The fire union in a small Massachusetts town, Manchester-by-the-Sea, has filed a complaint after a town official suggested that police officers train as volunteer firefighters.
2 Major U.S. Firefighter Funding Programs Set to Expire in September
Firefighters and EMS personnel are on the front lines of emergency response, putting their lives on the line every day to protect their communities. However,