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2010 GAC Congressional Calendar
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 GAC members,
Attached is a calendar for the 2nd session of the 111th Congress listing all scheduled recesses. We hope the GAC finds it useful in its work in the new year.
2010 GAC Congressional Calendar
Source: Development Initiatives, Inc.
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Accepting Nominations for the Senator Paul S. Sarbanes Fire Service Safety Leadership Award
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The Congressional Fire Services Institute (CFSI) and National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF)are accepting nominations for the Senator Paul S. Sarbanes Fire Service Safety Leadership Award. Presented annually at the CFSI National Fire and Emergency Services Dinner, the award recognizes organizations for outstanding leadership in advancing firefighter health and safety. Taking place on April 29, 2010 in Washington, DC, the dinner will be attended by our nation's top political leaders and 2,000 state and national fire service officials. The nomination deadline is March 26th.
Applications should exemplify one or more of the five goals of the award in advancing firefighter health and safety: - Recognition of the Life Safety Initiatives originally developed by the American fire service during the 2004 National Fire Service Summit hosted by the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation.
- Recognizing the need to address firefighter health and safety and becoming an advocate for this cause.
- Leadership in promoting and supporting firefighter health and safety initiatives at the local, state or national level.
- Reaching out to other organizations and developing partnerships to further the cause of firefighter health and safety.
- Engaging government leaders at all levels to work together for changes and for the establishment of government programs that can enhance the personal safety of firefighters.
CFSI and NFFF recognize State Farm Insurance and VFIS for their support of the awards program. For additional information about the Sarbanes award, please visit the CFSI and NFFF websites at www.cfsi.org and www.firehero.org, respectively. Or contact CFSI at 202-371-1277.The award recipient will receive an all-expense paid trip to our Nation's Capitol to be honored at the annual CFSI National Fire and Emergency Services Dinner. The deadline for submitting applications is March 26, 2010.
Source: CFSI
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H1N1 Vaccine Now Available for DHS Employees
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Secretary Napolitano and Assistant Secretary and Chief Medical Officer
Dr. Alex Garza are encouraging all DHS employees to get their seasonal and H1N1
flu vaccines as soon as possible.
Although reports of flu-related hospitalizations and deaths have been
declining, there is no way to predict accurately the impact that a third wave
may have. Vaccine supplies to protect against H1N1 are increasing, and many
states have opened up vaccination to anyone who wants it.
This vaccine is the best way to protect against the 2009 H1N1 pandemic
virus. DHS employees may contact their local Federal Occupational Health office
or visit www.foh.dhhs.gov for further
information. Employees can also visit www.flu.gov
to find where and when they and their families can get vaccinated in their
state.
DHS officials also remind employees
that, in addition to getting vaccinated, they should practice good flu
prevention measures, including washing their hands, coughing and sneezing into
their sleeves, and staying home if they feel sick.
Source: DHS
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Federal
and State Partners Test Emergency Alert System
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FEMA, the Federal Communications
Commission, the state of Alaska, and the Alaska Broadcasters' Association on
Wednesday conducted a statewide exercise of the Emergency Alert System (EAS) in
Alaska. The EAS is a national public warning system that allows the president
to address the nation during a national emergency.
Radio and television broadcast
stations and cable television systems across Alaska participated in the
exercise, which tested the capabilities of the EAS system. With the help of the
Alaska Broadcasters Association, public service announcements informing the
public about the test were distributed to television and radio stations on Dec.
21.
"Periodically exercising our
communications capabilities is an important step to ensure that we, as a
country, are prepared for an emergency," said FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate.
"This is only a test, but it also serves as an important reminder that just as
our federal, tribal, state, and local teams are taking steps to be prepared, so
should families across our country."
State and local authorities have
used the EAS to deliver important emergency information such as AMBER (child
abduction) alerts and severe weather information. The alert and warning system
includes U.S. broadcasters, cable television systems, wireless cable systems,
satellite digital audio radio service providers, direct broadcast satellite
service providers, and others.
Additional information is available
at http://www.fema.gov/news/newsrelease.fema?id=50157
Source: DHS
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Reminder: SAFER Grant Applications Due January 15
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There is still time to submit your application for the Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) grant program. The application period was extended to January 15. Seize this opportunity to apply for funding for your department's retention and recruitment efforts. Learn more about the program and apply online at www.firegrantsupport.com/safer. Find tips and project ideas for SAFER grant applications at www.nvfc.org/afg.
Source: NVFC
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International Code Council, NVFC Aim to Improve Firefighter Safety
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The International Code Council (ICC) and the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) will work together to improve firefighter safety through building and fire prevention codes, cooperative work on joint grant applications, federal legislation, and other partnership opportunities. To further the relationship and their joint efforts, the two Councils signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) during the ICC's Annual Conference and Code Hearings in Baltimore in October.
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Source: NVFC
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IRS Issues New Mileage Reimbursement Rate for 2010
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The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) issued the 2010 optional standard mileage rates used to calculate the deductible costs of operating an automobile for business, charitable, medical, or moving purposes.
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Source: NVFC
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| The United States Fire Administration (USFA) has received notice of the following firefighter fatalities:
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Name: Urban A. Eck
Rank: Captain
Age: 51
Gender: Male
Status: Career
Years of Service: 27
Date of Incident: Pending
Time of Incident: Pending
Date of Death: 01/02/2010
Fire Department: Wichita Fire Department
Address: 455 North Main, 11th Floor, Wichita, KS 67202 (USNG: 14S PG 4644 7303)
Fire Department Chief: Ron Blackwell
Fire Department Website: http://www.wichita.gov/CityOffices/Fire/
Incident Description: While operating at the scene of a working fire incident, Captain Eck was not feeling well and reported to the Rehab Sector where his vital signs were irregular and did not return to normal. Eck subsequently worked one more shift during which he responded to several incidents before going to a doctor after reporting that he still did not feel well. Although the doctor hospitalized him, Captain Eck later passed away after surgery from complications associated with an undisclosed cardiac problem.
Incident Location: Pending
Funeral Arrangements: Pending
Memorial Fund Contact and Address: Pending
Tribute is being paid to Fire Captain Urban A. Eck at http://www.usfa.dhs.gov/fireservice/fatalities/
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