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Congress Passes Continuing Resolution Appropriations Bill
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Before closing out the 111th Congress, the House and Senate passed another Continuing Resolution appropriations bill that funds federal agencies through March 5, 2011. Essentially the bill allows federal agencies to continue to operate at FY 2010 levels until Congress reconvenes as the 112th Congress next year. When Congress returns in January, it will begin the process of finalizing the FY 2011 appropriations for the current fiscal year, which began October 1, 2010. A new, Republican majority Appropriations Committee in the House, Chaired by Rep Harold Rogers (KY), will undoubtedly put their stamp on FY 2011 appropriations. The FAMA/FEMSA GAC will keep you closely informed of developments over the coming months.
Source: DInitiatives
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Application Period to Open: Fiscal Year 2010 Fire Prevention and Safety Grants
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The Department of Homeland Security posted the FY2010 Fire Prevention and Safety (FP&S) Grants Program Guidance on the Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG) Program Web site. The application period is scheduled to begin on Jan. 3, 2011 at 8:00 a.m. Eastern Time. Applications for these grants must be received by Feb 4, 2011, at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
FP&S grants support projects that enhance the safety of the public and firefighters from fire and fire-related hazards. The grants are competitive, and their primary goal is to target high-risk populations. Grant awards are made in order to mitigate high incidences of death and injury, and to carry out research for improving firefighter safety. Examples of the types of fire prevention projects supported by FP&S include smoke alarm installation, fire prevention and public safety education campaigns, juvenile fire setter interventions, media campaigns, and arson prevention and awareness programs. Organizations eligible to apply under the research activity should consult the Program Guidance for detailed information on priorities and areas of emphasis.
An applicant tutorial for the fire prevention activity is available through the www.firegrantsupport.com Web site. The tutorial provides valuable grant information. It will also walk you through the preparation and submittal of competitive applications. In addition, the applicant tutorial provides an overview of the fire prevention funding priorities and evaluation criteria. Applicants who have questions regarding the Fire Prevention and Safety Grants opportunity should contact the help desk as soon as possible at 1-866-274-0960 or at firegrants@dhs.gov. During the application period, the help desk will operate Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (ET), but is prepared to revise hours of operation based on volume, demand, holidays and urgency to complete the FP&S Grants application period and processing for FY2010.
The AFG Program is administered by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Grant Programs Directorate in coordination with the U.S. Fire Administration.
FY2010 Fire Prevention and Safety Grants Program Guidance - visit www.firegrantsupport.com/docs/FY2010_FPSGuidance.pdf.
FY2010 Fire Prevention and Safety Grants FAQs - visit www.firegrantsupport.com/content/html/fps/FAQs10.aspx.
Source: DHS
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Lieberman Accepts Nomination to Co-Chair Fire Services Caucus
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December 17, 2010
Senator Joseph Lieberman (CT) released the following statement this afternoon:
WASHINGTON - Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee Chairman Joe Lieberman, ID-Conn., has accepted the nomination to become a co-chair of the bipartisan, bicameral Congressional Fire Services Caucus, a group of more than 320 members dedicated to supporting firefighters and fire services legislation. The Senator Friday issued the following statement:
"I am honored and delighted to be nominated to co-chair the Congressional Fire Services Caucus," Lieberman said. "Firefighters are among those first responders who risk their lives on a daily basis in order to keep the rest of us safe where we work, live, and recreate. In the age of terrorism, their responsibilities have increased, and the dangers they face have multiplied. These brave men and women deserve every ounce of support we in Congress can provide to them so that they can perform their jobs with the best possible equipment and training. I look forward to continuing to advocate for them with my Fire Services Caucus colleagues."
Source: CFSI
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Bay Area Cities Opting Out of Emergency Communications Upgrade
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Citing concerns about hidden costs, some municipalities in Northern California won't participate in a federal program to upgrade emergency communications.
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Source: Disaster Resource
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Congressional Inaction Would Mean Tax Increase on Volunteer Emergency Responders
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The Volunteer Responder Incentive Protection Act (VRIPA), which exempts certain recruitment and retention incentives that volunteer emergency responders receive from being subject to income taxation, is set to expire at the end of this year. With only a handful of days left until Congress adjourns for the year, it appears increasingly likely that the House and Senate will leave town without taking action to prevent a tax increase on volunteer firefighters and EMS personnel
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Source: NVFC
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| 111th Congress Adjourns Without Addressing Major Fire and Emergency Service Priorities | |
The end of the year is often a busy time in Congress as lawmakers work to tie up loose ends before leaving Washington for the holidays. This year, unfortunately, the House and Senate failed to take action on several pieces of pending legislation that would have benefited the volunteer fire and emergency services tremendously.
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Source: NVFC
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Help Your Community Stay Safe During Extreme Winter Weather
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The holiday season is here, and with it comes colder weather and its accompanying dangers. Fire Corps programs can act now to remind their communities of winter dangers and how to prevent them. Since each community faces different threats, Citizen Corps has developed a Winter Storms and Extreme Cold preparedness page to help citizens prepare for winter weather hazards:
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Source: NVFC
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'Get Ready Guide' now Available for FP&S Grants
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Grants support fire prevention and safety initiatives
The FY 2010 Fire Prevention and Safety (FP&S) Grant application period will open soon, and the Federal Emergency Management Agency's Grant Programs Directorate has released a Get Ready Guide to help departments start prepping their grant applications. FP&S Grants support projects that enhance the safety of the public and firefighters from fire and related hazards. Fire Corps members can help their department secure funding through FP&S for department and Fire Corps activities.
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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: Edward Stringer
Rank: Firefighter
Age: Pending
Gender: Male
Status: Career
Years of Service: 12
Name: Corey Ankum
Rank: Firefighter
Age: 34
Gender: Male
Status: Career
Years of Service: 2
Date of Incident: 12/22/2010
Time of Incident: 0654hrs
Date of Death: 12/22/2010
Fire Department: Chicago Fire Department
Address: 10 W 35th ST, Floor 14, Chicago, IL 60616
Fire Department Chief: Fire Commissioner Robert S. Hoff
Incident Description: While working a fire at a vacant commercial building, 16 firefighters reportedly became trapped and were injured after the roof of the building collapsed. Two firefighters, Firefighter Edward Stringer, and Firefighter Corey Ankum, who according to reports had been on the roof of the building with other firefighters when it collapsed, passed away from injuries sustained in the incident. Ten other firefighters are reported to be in stable condition while four others are reported to be in critical condition.
Incident Location: 1744 E 75th Street
Funeral Arrangements: Pending
Memorial Fund Contact and Address: Pending
Tribute is being paid to Firefighter Edward Stringer and Firefighter Corey Ankum at http://www.usfa.dhs.gov/fireservice/fatalities/
Name: Chad Null
Rank: Firefighter/Paramedic
Age: 33
Gender: Male
Status: Career
Years of Service: 5
Date of Incident: 12/16/2010
Time of Incident: 1130hrs
Date of Death: 12/16/2010
Fire Department: Sullivan Fire Department
Address: 32 N Court ST, Sullivan, IN 47882-1508
Fire Department Chief: Rob Robertson
Fire Department POC: Rob Robertson
Incident Description: After returning from two emergency medical services calls, Firefighter/Paramedic Null was at the fire station when he was found unresponsive on the floor by colleagues. They immediately performed CPR, and Firefighter/Paramedic Null was rushed to the hospital where he died from an apparent heart attack.
Incident Location: 32 N Court ST, Sullivan, IN 47882-1508
Funeral Arrangements: There will be a Memorial Service, Monday, December 20, 2010 at 1600hrs, Sullivan High School, Sullivan, IN.
Memorial Fund Contact and Address: In honor of Firefighter/Paramedic Chad Null, memorial contributions/flowers may be sent to the Holmes Memorial Chapel, Sullivan, IN.
Tribute is being paid to Firefighter/Paramedic Chad Null at http://www.usfa.dhs.gov/fireservice/fatalities/
Source: USFA
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