
Washington Watch: July 31, 2025
šCongress is Home for August Recess: Reach Out Today in 3 Easy Steps. With members of Congress heading back home to the states and districts, now is the time to check in with them on local turf. Take action today
Join us for the 36th Annual National Fire and Emergency Services Dinner, where leaders from across the country gather to honor the dedication and bravery of our nation’s fire and emergency services. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and celebrate at one of the most prestigious events in the fire service community!
Stay informed with the latest updates from the Congressional Fire Services Institute (CFSI). Discover important news, legislative developments, and events shaping the future of fire and emergency services nationwide. Keep up-to-date and stay connected with the issues that matter most to our community!
šCongress is Home for August Recess: Reach Out Today in 3 Easy Steps. With members of Congress heading back home to the states and districts, now is the time to check in with them on local turf. Take action today
šĀ Fire Sprinkler Tax Incentives Included in Tax Bill.Ā On July 4, 2025, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act was signed into law and included tax incentives for fire sprinklers. Specifically, the fire sprinklers continue to remain eligible as Section 179 property
šĀ House Homeland Security Bill Marked Up. On June 24, the House version of the FY26 Homeland Security Appropriations Bill was successfully marked up and reported by the full committee. The bill includes several recommendations of interest to the fire service,
šCongress is Home for August Recess: Reach Out Today in 3 Easy Steps. With members of Congress heading back home to the states and districts, now is the time to check in with them on local turf. Take action today
šĀ Fire Sprinkler Tax Incentives Included in Tax Bill.Ā On July 4, 2025, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act was signed into law and included tax incentives for fire sprinklers. Specifically, the fire sprinklers continue to remain eligible as Section 179 property
šĀ House Homeland Security Bill Marked Up. On June 24, the House version of the FY26 Homeland Security Appropriations Bill was successfully marked up and reported by the full committee. The bill includes several recommendations of interest to the fire service,
š CFSI Leads Letters to Agencies, Congress Supporting Fire Service Priorities. Over the past few weeks, CFSI has led several letters to Congress and the federal agencies in support of fire service priorities. The letters were signed by more than
Whether you are a member of the fire and emergency services, a public safety coalition, or the fire service industry, the United States Congress is more aware of your concerns because of the Congressional Fire Services Institute (CFSI). Established in 1989 as a nonprofit, nonpartisan policy institute, CFSI is designed to educate members of Congress about the needs and challenges of our nationās fire and emergency services to help them understand how the federal government can support the needs of our local first responders.
The CFSI Corporate Partners Program offers companies the opportunity to enhance their involvement and visibility in the fire and emergency services community at the national level. With tiered benefits that elevate your companyās recognition among key industry and government leaders, this program allows organizations to contribute at any time throughout the year, not just during the Annual National Fire and Emergency Services Symposium and Dinner. Please contact CFSI at 202-371-1277 with any questions.
With an annual donation of only $25, you can become a member of the Congressional Fire Service Instituteās Associateās Club. As a member, you will be directly supporting CFSIās mission to educate members of Congress and federal agency officials on the critical mission and needs of the American fire and emergency services. CFSI works to develop consensus among the national fire service organizations on important issues impacting fire and life safety, enabling the fire and emergency services to deliver a unified message to federal leaders.
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