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Updated: Feb. 19 (21:00)
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IAFF-backed ‘No Tax on Overtime for All Workers Act’ introduced in Senate
04/22/2026The bipartisan bill would expand the tax cuts on overtime enacted in H.R. 1 last year. British Columbia law establishes fire fighter cancer screenings
04/22/2026In a key victory for the IAFF’s ongoing effort to protect fire fighters from the deadliest threat they face on the job, the British Columbia provincial government enacted a new law to help fire fighters detect cancer earlier. KELLY: ‘Send me everybody’
04/21/2026When fire fighters don’t have enough people on scene, critical tasks are delayed and lives are lost. General President Ed Kelly offers insight into how the IAFF is fighting back with data-driven staffing solutions and landmark legislation to better protect fire fighters and their families. Lives on the Line
04/17/2026Across North America, the IAFF is working with affiliates to secure safe staffing, emphasizing that having enough fire fighters on scene can mean the difference between life and death. Case closed: IAFF Guardian Policy delivers legal win for Ohio Local
04/17/2026IAFF-backed legal support led to the dismissal with prejudice of all claims against Local 1361 members, reinforcing protections for affiliates carrying out standard union duties. Joseph Dunford shares leadership lessons with fire fighters at Strive for Excellence Summit
04/09/2026Retired Joint Chiefs chairman highlighted trust, selflessness, and culture as key to organizational success. Two former Riverview, NB Local 2549 presidents running for town council
04/02/2026Glenn Miller and Dennis Woods want to help the town of 22,000 move forward in several areas including fire-rescue department response capabilities. Striving for excellence: 48 hours in Las Vegas
03/31/2026Rank-and-file fire fighters and union leaders alike are taking tools and lessons home from the IAFF’s Strive for Excellence conference. A path back: how fire fighters return to duty after amputation
03/26/2026With the right support and standards in place, amputation does not end a fire fighter’s career. We talked to four members who returned to the job better than ever. After the meetings: How Leg Con advocacy continues back home
03/19/2026IAFF members shift focus from Capitol Hill meetings to sustained advocacy in their home states and districts.

