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Michael Kirby

Dispatches from Washington

Michael Kirby has worked since 2008 for a credentialed news bureau on Capitol Hill that provides digital video and information services to news organizations across the web. Kirby graduated from the University at Buffalo in 2007 with a BA in philosophy, minoring in history. He is interested in many legislative topics, and always has an eye on public safety-related news because he grew up around the firehouse.

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Legislation and Funding
Senators probe response to Ohio train derailment
Ohio Western Reserve Joint Fire District Chief David Comstock urged increased funding for grants and safety programs to support hazmat training for firefighters
March 27, 2023 12:07 PM
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Legislation and Funding
The 117th Congress nears the rearview, public safety in focus
A look back and ahead as a tumultuous session turns to lame duck
November 07, 2022 11:19 AM
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Legislation and Funding
President Biden signs law extending PSOB benefits for PTSD, acute stress, suicide
The Public Safety Officer Support Act supports first responders who experienced PTSD or died by suicide following exposure to certain traumatic events
August 18, 2022 10:55 AM
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Legislation and Funding
House passes First Responder Fair RETIRE Act
Legislation allows injured federal first responders who continue service in government to retain retirement
July 13, 2022 01:32 PM
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Communications and Interoperability
9/11 anniversary prompts emergency communications examination
FirstNet, warning systems focus of House subcommittee update
October 12, 2021 10:36 AM
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Legislation and Funding
U.S. House legislates (again) on PFAS, firefighting foam
Federal action is aimed at PPE exposure, drinking water and household products
July 29, 2021 10:19 AM
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Firefighting Foam
Congress passes legislation to study impact of PFAS
Toxic ‘forever chemicals’ addressed in annual defense bill
January 05, 2021 06:46 PM
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Fire News
116th Congress adjourns with mixed results for first responders
Coronavirus response dominates Second Session; suicide, LODD benefits pass
December 18, 2020 04:10 AM
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Fire Department Management
Election 2020 and the balance of power for the fire service
Election outcome will influence legislative opportunities for first responders
October 26, 2020 09:16 PM
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Legislation and Funding
Senate panel considers wildfire bill, but too late for 2020 season
Bipartisan Emergency Wildfire and Public Safety Act addresses forest management, as Senators highlight wildfire destruction and need for change
September 18, 2020 11:43 AM
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