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 S.870, also known as the Fire Grants and Safety Act. As one of the final acts of the current legislative term, this bill will secure significant funds for fire and […] The post MAJOR Legislative Victory: AFG and SAFER Signed Into Law appeared first on Firefighters and EMS Fund ..read more

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 heroic scenes of first responders walking into a burning building to protect others. Should anything happen during the fire, firefighters can at least rely on prompt medical help and protection […] The post Status Report: Presumptive Cancer Coverage for Firefighters in Illinois appeared first on Firefighters and EMS Fund ..read more

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 who receive a cancer diagnosis to access workers’ compensation benefits without spending years of litigation proving the cause of their illness. Now, firefighters who have been exposed to PFAS (per- […] The post Legislative Alert: Major Changes Coming to Presumptive Cancer Benefits in Connecticut appeared first on Firefighters and EMS Fund ..read more

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 and Safety Act (S.870), a crucial piece of legislation aimed at bolstering firefighting capabilities and enhancing fire safety measures nationwide, it’s important to recognize the critical juncture reached by the […] The post The Fire Grants and Safety Act: A Lifeline for AFG and SAFER Grants appeared first on Firefighters and EMS Fund ..read more

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 to support Fire and EMS protection services. Here are a few important primary election measures around the country we are keeping an eye on: Avoca, AK The Avoca Volunteer Fire […] The post Spring Primary Ballot Measure Roundup appeared first on Firefighters and EMS Fund ..read more

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 every successful firefighting operation lies a crucial support system often overlooked: federal grants. Federal Grants are a lifeline for Local Fire Departments. This vital financial source allows Fire Departments across […] The post An Emergency Lifeline: The Importance of Federal Grants to Sustain Fire Departments appeared first on Firefighters and EMS Fund ..read more

[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. Firefighters and EMS Fund won recognition in the category Excellence in Public Safety and First Responder Support.  “Foremost, we are here to make a difference,” said Executive Director Jane Porter. “Recognition […] The post Firefighters and EMS Fund Honored to Receive Recognition at 2023 ASTORS Awards appeared first on Firefighters and EMS Fund ..read more

[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. Firefighters and EMS Fund won recognition in the category Excellence in Public Safety and First Responder Support.  “Foremost, we are here to make a difference,” said […] The post Firefighters and EMS Fund Honored to Receive Recognition at 2023 ASTORS Awards appeared first on Firefighters and EMS Fund ..read more

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 encourage them to support ballot measures that will benefit their local fire departments. We chose to engage citizens who did not vote in recent elections, indicating those voters were under-served […] The post The Results Are In: 2022 General Election Impact appeared first on Firefighters and EMS Fund ..read more

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 of fire stations; here are some of the measures local fire departments are putting before voters this November 7th: Liberty Township, Ohio The Township of Liberty needs to renew its […] The post 5 Ballot Measures From Around The Country Impacting Local Fire Departments appeared first on Firefighters and EMS Fund ..read more