Legislation and Funding
As part of the FireRescue1 Legislation & Funding topic, we highlight articles that will affect the bottom line of fire department budgets and operations.
City officials say the latest graduating class brings Troy’s fire force to full capacity, with continued investments in training
The $90 million, four-year agreement adds longevity step raises and streamlines paid details, changes city and union leaders say will support retention and strengthen operations
Utica Township Fire Protection District leaders told county commissioners the department has grown its volunteer ranks, improved training and is on track to be fully operational by 2026
Two programs allow for state and local governments to apply for funding related to emergency response in protection of the country
A series of legislation would improve access to firefighter training for high school students
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The Fairhaven firefighters’ union spoke out against staffing cuts in the neighboring city of New Bedford
Municipal services, non-profits and for-profits that partner with municipalities can apply through the FEMA Public Assistance Program
The city is poised to direct the funds toward the Portland Street Response program that would dispatch paramedics and behavioral health experts on some calls
In this episode, host Marc Bashoor speaks with Cathie Patterson at FEMA to help departments prepare more successful grants
Chief Gary Ludwig testified before a House committee, detailing how legislative efforts have helped fire and EMS personnel – and where shortcomings remain
The 44-year-old statute has prevented disciplinary records of police officers, firefighters and corrections officers from being made public
A Senate committee heard testimony focused on the need for PPE, testing in camps and prevention efforts
Whether you’re trying to fund a new ambulance or stock the pantry, use these tips to engage with your community remotely
Senators Lisa Murkowski, Joe Manchin and Tom Udall asked for PPE and improved virus testing as peak fire season approaches
The NAC ultimately determines the issues that CFSI addresses on Capitol Hill
One Pennsylvania agency says it has lost at least $25,000 in revenue due to the need for social distancing; some have turned to virtual fundraisers
North Bend voters will decide whether to reduce the public safety fee, which union members worry will lead to significant cuts
The bill temporarily presumes COVID-19 to be work-related if diagnosed within 45 days of a first responder’s last shift
IAFC identifies fire and EMS connections in the bill, calls for support of the latest coronavirus aid package
The House of Representatives is expected to vote on the $3T aid package as soon as Friday
Extrapolated results from an economic impact survey of IAFC members found “draconian numbers” of potential layoffs and revenue loss
Mayor Bill de Blasio said the city has lost $7.4 billion during the pandemic and cuts including essential workers may be necessary
Lawmakers seek to remove barriers for families of fallen first responders who may otherwise be forced to prove work-related exposure
Schenectady Mayor Gary McCarthy said major cuts in both public safety and other departments will be necessary without federal aid
New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu announced full-time, part-time and volunteer first responders will be eligible to receive stipends allocated from CARES Act funds
A proposed ballot measure would help the county raise money to replace the system, which has failed more than four times in the last seven months
The CARES Act Includes $200 million for eligible health providers to ensure connected care services for their patients during the COVID-19 pandemic
The request comes after Monroe County received $140 million in federal aid for COVID-19 response
State leaders agreed to defer payments for April, May and June to assist volunteer fire, ambulance and rescue agencies during the pandemic
Fire departments, NAEMS organizations and state fire academies can apply for PPE and other COVID-19 supplies
The Coronavirus Frontline Workers Fair Pay Act would provide retroactive and ongoing hazard pay
The Wildfire and Community Health Response Act of 2020 requires reporting as pandemic approaches wildfire season
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