MA Legislature Passes Ban on PFAS in Firefighter Turnout Gear; Bill Heads to Governor
The Massachusetts legislature has passed a ban on the use of toxic PFAS chemicals in firefighter gear.
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DE Bill Targets PFAS Firefighting Foam but Allows Continued Use
The Delaware Senate has passed a bill that purports to restrict the use of firefighting foam containing certain chemical compounds associated with cancer and other health problems while allowing continued use of the foam to fight fires.
NFSA Seeks Support on Fire Sprinkler Legislation
The National Fire Sprinkler Association (NFSA) is seeking support for two pieces of federal legislation that will save lives and protect property.
Federal Tax Exemption for Volunteer Responders Made Permanent
Find out more about how the Volunteer Responder Incentive Protection Act can help you.
House Passes Helping Emergency Responders Overcome (HERO) Act
The Helping Emergency Responders Overcome (HERO) Act will develop peer mental health training programs and resources to educate mental health professionals about the needs of first responders.
Podcast: Fire Service Court
Our panel of firefighter-attorneys—Chip Comstock, John K. Murphy, Brad Pinsky, and Curt Varone—look at legal issues affecting the fire service.
IAFF, IAFC Urge Congress to Pass HEROES Act to Help Keep Communities Safe
The International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) and the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) are urging Congress to pass the Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Emergency Solutions Act, or HEROES Act.
National Fireman’s Journal Podcast: Bill Webb of CFSI
Host Bobby Halton talks with Bill Webb, executive director of the Congressional Fire Services Institute, on how Congress can work with and for the fire service.
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In mid-December, 2000, we proclaimed political victory. By the first of March, it was all slipping away.