📌 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 30 members of CFSI’s National Advisory Committee.
📌 FEMA Council Releases Request for Information. On March 26, 2025, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Review Council published in the Federal Register a request for information from the public regarding experiences with FEMA’s disaster response. Comments are due by May 15, 2025.Â
Here’s how you can take action today:
✅ Take Action Today to Reopen the National Fire Academy
Visit CFSI’s NFA Action Center to ask Congress and the Administration to reopen NFA.
✅ Take CFSI’s Survey on the Value of the National Fire Academy
Click here to tell CFSI about the value the National Fire Academy has provided to you, your organization, and your state and district!
✅ Complete CFSI’s AFG & SAFER Impact Poll
We need your feedback and data demonstrating the impact of federal grant programs. If your department has received AFG or SAFER funding, take a few moments to fill out our poll and share how these grants have made a difference. Your input helps us advocate for continued funding and improvements to these critical programs.
✅ Build and Maintain Relationships with Your Legislators
Effective advocacy starts with strong relationships. Visit our CFSI Legislative Action Center for guidance on connecting with your representatives. Whether it’s a phone call, an email, or an in-person meeting, your voice matters. Lawmakers need to hear firsthand how federal support strengthens fire departments and emergency response.
✅ Stay Informed & Engaged
Policy decisions move fast. Follow CFSI on social media and sign up for our newsletter to receive updates on legislative developments affecting the fire service.
  
  
  
Stay engaged. Stay informed. And together, let’s keep making a difference.
✅ Visit www.cfsi.org today to take action!
