Congressional Fire Services Institute Unveils National Report: āFEMA Reform: Recommendations from Americaās Fire and Emergency Servicesā
Washington, D.C., November 24, 2025 ā The Congressional Fire Services Institute (CFSI), together with its National Advisory Committee (NAC), today released a comprehensive report titled FEMA Reform: Recommendations from Americaās
Washington Watch: November 21, 2025
šActing FEMA Administrator Resigns:Ā Earlier this week, the Acting Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)Ā resigned. David Richardson hadĀ steppedĀ into the role following the ousting of then-Acting Administrator Cameron Hamilton in
Dr. Anne W. Phillips Award for Leadership in Fire Safety Education – Nominations for 2026
The Congressional Fire Services Institute (CFSI) is accepting nominations for the 2026 Dr. Anne W. Phillips Award for Leadership in Fire Safety Education. This award honors individuals for achievements at
Washington Watch: October 30, 2025
šGovernment Shutdown Watch: The federal government has been shut down for 30 days and it remains unclear when it will end. Pressure is mounting for both Democrats and Republicans to
25 Years of AFG
Itās hard to believe that the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program was signed into law on this day 25 years ago.Ā Passage of the legislation was an uphill battle with
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The Congressional Fire Services Institute (CFSI) is seeking a Manager/Director of Government Affairs to help shape national fire service policy and advocate for our nationās first responders. Join a fun,