Fueled by loss, Linda Reinstein wages war on asbestos
Linda Reinstein remembers the day she learned her husband had Mesothelioma, a rare and deadly cancer caused by asbestos exposure. It was 2003, and Alan had been sick for months.… The post Fueled by...
View ArticleMichigan just became more labor-friendly, thanks in part to MPFFU efforts
The repeal of Michigan’s right-to-work law went into effect this week, delivering an important victory for the state’s unions and workers. “The day this repeal went in effect was a… The post Michigan...
View Article2024 Legislative Conference
Next week’s 2024 IAFF Legislative Conference, from March 3 to 6 in Washington, D.C., will allow members to engage directly with legislators and advocate for crucial issues affecting fire fighters’… The...
View ArticleCharlottetown PEI fire fighters welcome significant gains in arbitration award
Members of Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island Local 5219 are welcoming a landmark arbitration award that makes significant and long-overdue gains in salary and moves fire fighters from an antiquated...
View ArticleKentucky high school offers CPAT to next generation of fire fighters’
Fairdale High School in Fairdale, KY is making waves by training the next cohort of fire fighters and EMTs. During a recent ceremony held at the school, Dan Shirley, an… The post Kentucky high school...
View ArticleWoodbridge’s first female career fire fighter inspires Girl Scouts to pursue...
In Girl Scouts, ‘Be Prepared’ is more than a motto. This year, Troop 83715 from Central & Southern NJ is making strides toward safety education. They recently hosted Woodbridge Township,… The post...
View ArticleVice President Harris surprises IAFF Legislative Conference attendees
At a time marked by division, the spirit and character of IAFF members is a model to others, Vice President Kamala Harris said during a surprise appearance at the 2024… The post Vice President Harris...
View ArticleLegislation to deter violence against fire fighters, paramedics advances in...
Legislation aimed at deterring violence against on-duty fire fighters and paramedics reached an important milestone Wednesday after it passed a Third Reading vote unanimously in the House of Commons....
View ArticleConference highlights bipartisan efforts, crucial legislation, and key wins
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View ArticleFire fighters, police rally for Social Security fix
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