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The IAFF is committed to listening to every member who wants their voice heard, the IAFF recently conducted an all-member survey asking them questions about the job, their personal and political priorities, and what the Executive Board should consider when making political endorsements.
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FOR ALL ACTIVE AND RETIREE MEMBERS OF PERS - ACT NOW!
CALL ALERT!!!
House Bill 1590 will be taken up by the Senate’s Government Committee tomorrow, Tuesday, April 2 at 4:00 p.m. The House of Representatives State Affairs Committee is set to meet on April 2 at 3:00 p.m. and will most likely take up Senate Bill 2799, which is rumored to be changed to negatively affect PERS retirees, active, and/or future members' benefits, and the PERS Board composition.Please call, text, or email your Senators and Representatives tonight or early tomorrow morning and let them know to keep your elected representatives on the PERS Board and make sure that all PERS Board members are members of PERS! If they are members of PERS, they will have a vested interest in keeping all of our benefits both short and long-term.
Please also tell them that they should fund the PERS System for the benefits that were promised by the Legislature in the late 1990’s. We must act fast and make sure they support keeping our PERS system financially healthy!
The Senate meeting can be viewed at 4:00 pm. Here is the following link:https://www.youtube.com/@MississippiLegislature/streams.
The House Bill is located at:
https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2024/pdf/HB/1500-1599/HB1590PS.pdfPaused
Current news directly from IAFF locals, councils, and state/province associations in the US and Canada.
City Council Swearing-in Ceremony
12/20/24 - Stockton Firefighters
This council (majority) supported us during our Measure. This council is a huge advocate for us going forward… A public display of support from our local is important.Membership update
12/19/24 - IAFF Local 3
@media only screen and (max-width: 730px){ .pdfview{height:500px .2024 Salvation Army Bell Ringing Season Is Here
12/16/24 - IAFF Local 21
Salvation Army bell ringing begins on November 12th and goes through December 2024.New 2025 UMR ID Cards
12/13/24 - Palm Beach County Fire Fighters Employee Benefits Fund
Dear Members, . We’re excited to announce that UMR has mailed out new 2025 Medical/Pharmacy ID cards to all plan members. These updated cards will be effective starting January 1, 2025, and feature important new copay information. . Here’s what you need to know: . New Color: The 2025 cards are light blue for easy identification.2024 Officer Election Results
12/11/24 - Albuquerque Area Fire Fighters
Distinguished Local 244 membership, We would like to congratulate the newly elected IAFF Local 244 Executive Board Members. These brothers will serve the membership by progressing our departments and our Local forward. There are many ways to serve, and we applaud these for sacrificing their time and energy in hopes of improving the fire service in their own unique way.12.17.24 | IAFF Local 21 Honor Guard Info Meeting
12/10/24 - IAFF Local 21
New Firefighters
12/07/24 - IAFF Local 1164
Congratulations to Firefighters Pike and Hanrahan who completed the Schoolcraft Fire Academy and will begin shift work next week. Joined by members of the Honor Guard along with Chief Jennison, Deputy Chief Clay and Training Officer McKee. Welcome to Livonia.Donation to VJH Foundation
12/05/24 - Vernon Professional Fire Fighters Association
We were very excited today to stop by and support the @vjhfoundation and their efforts to expand the ultrasound department at VJH. This expansion is crucial to providing the best care possible for our community for years to come. Thank you to those who continue to support our Charitable Society and make it possible for us to lend a small helping hand to the people of Vernon.Jackson County Property Tax Application Assistance
12/05/24 - IAFF Local 42
Dave Hiveley is Retiring
12/04/24 - IAFF Local 21
Benefits Fund Town Hall Scheduled
12/03/24 - Palm Beach County Fire Fighters Employee Benefits Fund
MFFA Elections are now open
12/02/24 - Moffett Field Firefighters Association
Elections for MFFA President opened on November 25th and are open for 30 days. Your ballots are due by 5pm December 25th, Christmas Day. Please take part in this election process and make your voice heard.12.11.24 | Operation Warm Coat Distribution
12/01/24 - IAFF Local 21
ENDICOTT PROFESSIONAL FIRE FIGHTERS I.A.F.F. LOCAL 1280 GIVE CANCER THE BOOT ON BLACK FRIDAY
12/01/24 - Lets Fire Cancer
Once again this year members of the Endicott Professional Fire Fighters I.A.F.F. Local 1280 repurposed their boots on "BLACK FRIDAY" (November 29, 2024) and collected donations for The Retired Professional Fire Fighters Cancer Fund. Thousands of dollars were collected for CANCER RESEARCH.CALL TO ACTION Local 21 brothers and sisters
11/30/24 - IAFF Local 21
RETIREMENT PARTY
11/29/24 - International Association of Firefighters
Come out on Sunday December 15th 1-4pm at the waterfront firehouse Station 22 (94-2) to celebrate Captains Stoppiello 35 years of service and FF/EMT Godley 30 years of service. Food and beverage provided by Local F-147.12.07.2024 | Mauer Chevrolet Bike Building Event
11/28/24 - IAFF Local 21
Social Security Fairness Act
11/26/24 - UPFFA
December Meeting Notice
11/25/24 - IAFF Local 42
Friday Update 11-22-24
11/23/24 - IAFF Local 1014
Friday Update 11-15-24
11/23/24 - IAFF Local 1014
Friday Update 11-8-24
11/23/24 - IAFF Local 1014
2024 Active Lawsuit
11/23/24 - IAFF local 2359
2024 Active Lawsuit Here’s what I gathered of the lawsuit from the PFFO Board meeting 11/20/24. - makes no difference if you opt in or out. OSFA does have a template out if you want to use it to opt out.Colon and Kidney Legislation
11/22/24 - OPFFA
Today we are thrilled to celebrate another milestone in firefighter health and safety. We started the year with 4 priorities regarding firefighter cancer coverage, and today the final 2 have been addressed by the government.Toy Drive
11/21/24 - IAFF Local 479
The Tucson Firefighters Association is proud to host our annual Toy Drive, a beloved tradition where we come together to bring joy to children in our community during the holiday season. This year’s event will take place on Saturday, December 7th, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at 6221 S Palo Verde Rd, Tucson, AZ 85706.Food Boxes
11/21/24 - IAFF Local 479
Join the Tucson Firefighters Association for their annual "Holiday Food Boxes" event, where volunteers come together to assemble Thanksgiving meal boxes for families in need. This heartfelt tradition helps ensure everyone in the community can enjoy a warm and festive holiday meal. The event will be held at 2430 N Huachuca Dr, Tucson, AZ 85745, starting at 8:00 AM. Bring your energy and kindness to make this Thanksgiving brighter for those who need it most!
Click here for event info!November 2024 Update
11/20/24 - IAFF Local 1747
November 2024 Member Update Thank you for taking the time to read the November Member Update. Below are some topics discussed at our last union meeting. For more information, please reach out to any Eboard member. We look forward to seeing you at our next union meeting, December 5th at 6pm, virtually and at station 46. Please ask your sisters and brothers to read these updates.12.12.24 | VETERAN FIREFIGHTERS LUNCHEON
11/20/24 - IAFF Local 21
The Fight to Repeal WEP and GPO
11/15/24 - Memphis Fire Fighters Association
(2024-11-15) This week, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 82, the Social Security Fairness Act of 2023. The vote passed the House 327 to 75. This bill repeals the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Offset (GPO) and allows retired persons to receive their full Social Security benefits instead of being penalized because they receive a government pension.Local 21 Regrets to Announce the Passing of Retired Firefighter Joe Manthey
11/15/24 - IAFF Local 21
2025 "BATTLE OF THE BRAVEST"
11/14/24 - Lets Fire Cancer
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The 10th Annual "BATTLE OF THE BRAVEST" Charity Hockey Game will take place on March 23, 2025 at the Riverbend Ice Center in Binghamton, N.Y. The event brings together Fire Fighters from across Broome County, N.Y. for a very exciting and competitive hockey game. The winner CANCER RESEARCH. In nine years this event has raised $90,531.H.R 82
11/11/24 - IAFF Local 274
Summary: H.R.82 — 118th Congress (2023-2024) There is one summary for H.R.82. Bill summaries are authored by CRS. Shown Here: Introduced in House (01/09/2023) Social Security Fairness Act of 2023 This bill repeals provisions that reduce Social Security benefits for individuals who receive other benefits, such as a pension from a state or local government. The bill eliminates the government pension offset, which in various instances reduces Social Security benefits for spouses, widows, and widowers who also receive government pensions of their own. The bill also eliminates the windfall elimination provision, which in some instances reduces Social Security benefits for individuals who also receive a pension or disability benefit from an employer that did not withhold Social Security taxes. These changes are effective for benefits payable after December 2023. Brothers and Sisters, This week, the U.S. House of Representatives is expected to vote on H.R. 82, the Social Security Fairness Act – a top priority for the IAFF. H.R.2024 | Veterans Day
11/10/24 - IAFF Local 21
Saint Paul Firefighters IAFF Local 21 would like to recognize and thank all of our Veterans for their service to ensure our safety, security and freedom. Please take a moment today to reflect on the dedication and sacrifice of all of our Veterans. To our Members, those who await the safe return of a child, spouse, friend, family member, neighbor, colleague, we support you.New Member
11/09/24 - IAFF Local S-6
Local S-6 welcomed Eric Curtis as a new member on Saturday October 12th. Welcome to Local S-6.ELS Class IV Selected
11/08/24 - IAFF 7th District
The ELS Class IV has been selected from a great pool of applications. This was truly difficult as ALL applicants submitted a fantastic packet. In the end of the day, graduates from previous classes guided the final list.Union Meeting - Saturday 9th November 2024
11/08/24 - IAFF Local S-6
Local S-6 Membership,
Please note there is a union meeting tomorrow, Saturday 9th November 2024, training room at Fire Station One @ 0745 sharp. B-Shift will be going off duty and C-Shift will be coming on duty. It's YOUR union... be involved!!!
Next month's union meeting... Saturday 14th December 2024. C-Shift will be going off duty and B-Shift will be coming on duty.December 2024 UDS Screening
11/08/24 - IAFF Local 1664
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11/04/24 - PPFFA
The 2025-2029 CBA for Manchester Township Local 3503 has been added to the contract area of the website.IAFF announces webinars on future of protective gear
10/29/24 - UPFFA
IAFF announces webinars on future of protective gear International Association of Fire Fighters members can participate in two upcoming webinars designed to address the risks and hazards associated with fire fighter protective gear.Award Nominations Information
10/29/24 - Albuquerque Area Fire Fighters
Nominations are now being accepted. If you would like to nominate a fellow union member for Rookie of the Year (1-3 years), Fire Fighter of the Year or Outstanding Leadership Award, please submit a letter of nomination to General President Tittmann at: tittmann244@gmail.com on or before December 2, 2024-to have it included for consideration by the Executive Board.2024 Christmas Party Information
10/29/24 - Albuquerque Area Fire Fighters
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IAFF Local 244 Christmas Party 2024
We will celebrate Christmas and honor our members from both chapters for Rookie of the Year, Firefighter of the Year and Outstanding Leadership on Friday, December 20, 2024, at Sandia Resort & Casino with cocktail hour at 6:00pm and dinner at 7:00pm. Click for more info.Skin Cancer Legislation
10/28/24 - OPFFA
Today we celebrate a milestone in firefighter health and safety. The passing of new legislation that reduces the required time worked for many skin cancers from 15, down to 10 years.IAFF Peer Support Training
10/23/24 - Tennessee Professional Fire Fighters Association
Tennessee Fire Fighter License Plates
10/23/24 - Tennessee Professional Fire Fighters Association
Brothers & Sisters: We'd like to take a moment to encourage those of you who live in Tennessee to consider purchasing the Tennessee IAFF license plate for your vehicle. Proceeds from this license plate go to the Tennessee Fire Fighters Emergency Relief Fund.Local 21 Regrets to Announce the Passing of Retired Firefighter Tom Phenicie
10/22/24 - IAFF Local 21
MDA Bake Sale Thank You!
10/22/24 - IAFF Local S-6
Membership, Retirees and Friends,
I wanted to take a moment to extend my sincere gratitude to all who contributed to the Local S-6 Hot Dog Luncheon and MDA Bake Sale. This event has become the de facto annual AFD/Local S-6 family reunion. However, as much fun as we have, it is an absolute ton of work.Pumpkin Drop
10/22/24 - Vernon Professional Fire Fighters Association
It was nearly 100 degrees outside when the emergency call reached Engine Company 39. A triple-decker in Savin Hill had erupted in flames, and a haze of thick black smoke was all but blanketing the sky.
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