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CFSI ANNOUNCES VIRTUAL SYMPOSIUM IN LATE APRIL: Health and Safety Factors and Event Restrictions Prompted Change in Program Format

While the process of administering COVID-19 vaccination has begun, the coronavirus remains a serious health risk across our nation and within the fire and emergency services community. Because of the unlikelihood of containing the virus and the easing of restriction on large-scale event by late April in the District of Columbia, CFSI has decided to offer the 2021 National Fire and Emergency Services Symposium virtually.

Senator Lisa Murkowski to Chair Congressional Fire Services Caucus in 117th Congress

The Congressional Fire Services Institute (CFSI) is pleased to announce that Senator Lisa Murkowski of Alaska will serve as the chair of the Congressional Fire Services Caucus for the 117th Congress.

CFSI Extends Deadline for National Fire and Emergency Services Award Applications

The Congressional Fire Services Institute has extended the deadline for submitting applications for its national fire service leadership awards to February 1, 2021. The extension will allow more time to complete the applications following the holiday season.

Government Funding and COVID Legislative Package Becomes Law

On December 27, 2020, the President signed into law the Consolidated Appropriations Act for fiscal year (FY) 2021 (H.R.133). The bill passed both chambers of Congress last week by significant majorities.

Congressman Peter King Named CFSI’s 2020 Legislator of the Year

The Congressional Fire Services Institute selected Congressman Peter King (NY-02) as its 2020 Legislator of the Year.

Paying Tribute to Senator Paul S. Sarbanes, Former Chair of the Congressional Fire Services Caucus

The Congressional Fire Service Institute’s Board of Directors and staff extend their sympathies to the family of former Maryland Senator, Paul S. Sarbanes who passed away on December 6th at the age of 87.

2021 National Fire & Emergency Services Symposium Call For Seminar Proposals

The Congressional Fire Services Institute (CFSI) is announcing an official Call for Proposals for the 2021 National Fire and Emergency Services Symposium. The Symposium is scheduled for April 28th and 29th in conjunction with the 32nd Annual National Fire and Emergency Services Dinner.

Ed Comeau Honored with the CFSI/IFSTA Dr. Anne W. Phillips Award for Leadership in Fire Safety Education

Mr. Ed Comeau, the leading national advocate for campus fire safety, was presented the CFSI/IFSTA Dr. Anne W. Phillips Award for Leadership in Fire Safety Education. The presentation took place during the CFSI National Advisory Committee virtual meeting on October 2nd attended by over 30 national fire and emergency services leaders.

Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell Recognized for Outstanding Leadership Recipient of the 2020 CFSI/Motorola Solutions Mason Lankford Fire Service Leadership Award

The Congressional Fire Services Institute (CFSI) and Motorola Solutions once again proudly recognize Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell as the recipient of the 2020 Mason Lankford Fire Service Leadership Award.

CFSI and NFFF Recognize Three Fire Departments for Their Commitment to Firefighter Health and Safety

Since 1922, the National Fire Protection Association has sponsored the public observance of Fire Prevention Week. It is a week in which we renew our commitment to fire safety and educate the public about safeguarding their communities and homes against the threat of fire.

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