Posts tagged with "Politics"
Mass. city takes action against PFAS in firefighting gear
Methuen officials passed an ordinance stating the city will not purchase firefighter gear unless it is PFAS-free
PFAS Act passes House of Representatives, expected to be signed into law
The bill creates an online public repository of tools and best practices for firefighters to reduce the release of and exposure to PFAS
1 year later: Looking back at how the fire service navigated the COVID-19 crisis
Marking a full year since the pandemic declaration, we recognize all that firefighters have endured – and how we can persevere
Congress passes legislation to address PFAS chemicals impacting firefighters
The Fiscal Year 2021 National Defense Authorization Act recommends additional research into PFAS in PPE and alternatives to PFAS foam
8 ways Trump can help the fire service during the lame-duck period
President Trump and Congress have 6 weeks to prioritize firefighter PPE, communications, program funding and more
Wash. fire union's response to tweet mocking masks goes viral
Spokane County Fire District 8 IAFF Local 3711 President Jay Wilkins, who wrote the response, said it wasn't meant to be political and that he was surprised by the public's reaction
Firefighters and masks: Survey highlights division within the ranks
3 highlights from our recent survey on public safety mask policies and usage
DHS secretary joins Fla. firefighters to discuss SAFER grant program
Secretary Chad Wolf visited Jacksonville (Florida) Fire and Rescue to reinforce that the grant funds can be used to retain or rehire firefighters
