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10/24/2026

USFA is excited to partner with the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation to produce a series of videos that honor firefighters who made the ultimate sacrifice by sharing their stories, examining the circumstances surround the incident and turning investigative findings into practical lessons. Stay tuned!

10/04/2026

The EHSF monthly updates are returning in October! Join us on October 7 at 0900.

09/24/2026

AFG, SAFER, and FP&S grant awards are beginning to be released through FEMA! Many fire and emergency services entities have received grant funding already, and awards will continue being released until the entire appropriated amount for the Fire Grants is distributed.

CFSI appreciates FEMA's work to release this vital grant funding to America's fire and emergency services!

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09/02/2026

Another great week of training is underway at the National Fire Academy in Emmitsburg, Maryland!

Our campus is full and buzzing with activity as students take part in a full schedule of courses, including emergency medical services, hazardous materials and WMD incident command, fire and life safety plans review, emergency resource deployment planning, code enforcement, youth firesetting prevention and intervention, fire investigation, and executive leadership.

Interested in advancing your skills? Seats are still available for upcoming resident classes on a first-come, first-served basis. NFA classes are free, with lodging, travel stipends, and airport transportation provided. Meals on campus are at the attendee’s expense.

Learn more and apply: https://apps.usfa.fema.gov/nfacourses/catalog/search?availability=2

Passionate about training and ready to share your expertise? We’re always looking for talented instructors to join our team: https://www.usfa.fema.gov/nfa/about/contract-instructors/teach-for-nfa.html

08/20/2026

Congress is home for summer recess — and the clock is ticking. 🏛️ An agency visit or ride along is one of the most powerful tools you have as an EMS advocate. Let your representatives see the work firsthand, hear the challenges directly, and understand what's at stake for your community. Get the resources you need to make it happen: https://news.naemt.org/how-to-invite-your-member-of-congress-on-an-ems-ride-along-during-summer-recess/

07/18/2026

Pleasant Mount Emergency Services is scheduled to close at the end of September, ending local ambulance coverage provided by volunteers. https://trib.al/qL2paT6

07/16/2026

The Department of Justice's Office of Justice Programs (OJP) announced this morning that it has finalized more than three times the number of Public Safety Officers' Benefit (PSOB) claim determinations compared to the previous nine months. This is a step forward in honoring the sacrifice of first responders and their families, and CFSI looks forward to continued collaboration with the PSOB Office.

➡️ View the full DOJ press release here: https://www.justice.gov/opa/pr/justice-department-triples-claims-processed-under-public-safety-officers-benefits-program"

07/15/2026

07/15/2026

🚒The fire and emergency services need strong advocates—and that starts with people like you.

When you join the CFSI Associates' Club, you're helping advance the policies, education, and research that strengthen the fire and emergency services community nationwide.

As a member, you'll:
🔥 Connect with leaders across the fire and emergency services
📚 Access timely resources and policy updates
📣 Support advocacy on Capitol Hill
🤝 Join a community committed to making a difference

Make an impact. Be part of the solution.

➡️ Join today: https://cfsi.org/support/associates/

07/14/2026

If your EMS company or fire department based EMS is running into this problem, the best action is early action, we are definitely able to help. Do not hesitate to DM or e-mail: [email protected]

Pleasant Mount Emergency Services will end operations as volunteer shortages and financial challenges force the rural ambulance service