The Visionary Leadership of Chief Jim Estepp: A Legacy of Fire Safety Innovation
Retired Fire Chief M.H. “Jim” Estepp of Prince George’s County, Maryland, led the passage of the first county-wide residential sprinkler ordinance in the U.S. His 1987 efforts set a national standard, saving countless lives. Estepp’s legacy of fire safety innovation continues through his leadership at the Congressional Fire Services Institute.