by NYSPFFA | Apr 28, 2020 | nyspffa_news
Brothers and Sisters, An article was published today in Newsday regarding a loan program initiated by our state retirement system. I have been contacted with concerns stemming from the article, and have attached a briefing to provide additional information. PPP...
by NYSPFFA | Apr 28, 2020 | IAFF News, nyspffa_news
States and local governments are already feeling the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, and many affiliates are hearing from their jurisdictions about staffing and other cuts as the economic downturn is expected to hit municipal governments harder than the...
by NYSPFFA | Apr 28, 2020 | nyspffa_news
Brothers and Sisters, We would like to thank all of you who have submitted applications for the N.Y.S.P.F.F.A Ted Green Memorial Scholarship. Due to the COVID 19 pandemic, we are extending the deadline for scholarship applications to Friday May 8, 2020. All...
by NYSPFFA | Apr 27, 2020 | nyspffa_news
FY2020 Assistance to Firefighters Grant program - Application Period 4/28 - 5/15. See below link for all the information. FY 2020 Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program
by NYSPFFA | Apr 17, 2020 | nyspffa_news
Discussions are ongoing on presumptive legislation for COVID-19. President Fresina is on task force addressing this language and is also communicating directly with the bill's author, all to make sure that all NYS Locals will be protected in the final version of the...
by NYSPFFA | Apr 17, 2020 | nyspffa_news
To date 30 NYS IAFF Locals have responded to this effort. For the survey to be as accurate and meaningful as possible please complete the survey and update as necessary. As the coronavirus pandemic continues to take a toll on our members, staffing levels and...
by NYSPFFA | Apr 16, 2020 | nyspffa_news
To All Members, For Immediate Release: As everyone is aware, we lost President Dominick Marino tragically yesterday afternoon. One of President Marino's passions was to ensure that members' families were taken care of in the event of a tragedy such as what happened...
by NYSPFFA | Apr 15, 2020 | nyspffa_news
The Executive Board of the Professional Firefighters Association of New Jersey (PFANJ) regrets to announce the passing of PFANJ President Dominick Marino. President Marino passed away suddenly Tuesday afternoon at home. President Marino served for over 25 years as a...
by NYSPFFA | Apr 15, 2020 | nyspffa_news
SAFER Application Period Now Open The Fiscal Year 2019 Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) application period is now open. The application deadline is Friday, May 15, 2020, at 5:00 p.m. (ET). There is $350 million available in federal grants to...
by NYSPFFA | Apr 13, 2020 | nyspffa_news
Governor's latest Executive Order which requires the employees of essential businesses when in contact with customers or the public to have face coverings (masks). This takes effect on April 15 at 8 p.m. and the cost for such coverings must be provided by the...
by NYSPFFA | Apr 9, 2020 | nyspffa_news
Brothers and Sisters, Just a note to keep you in the loop. We have been working on a presumptive COVID 19 bill, which covers uniform and civilian employees working on the front lines, and most at risk. As your representative, I have enlisted the help of Matt O’Connor...
by NYSPFFA | Apr 8, 2020 | nyspffa_news
For anyone whose clients are purchasing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), please note that the FBI has issued written guidance intended to help identify legitimate items -- apparently, many entities purchasing PPE have been receiving counterfeit products... Please...
by NYSPFFA | Apr 8, 2020 | nyspffa_news
Anyone interested in FEMA Public Assistance funding for emergency protective measures taken in response to Coronavirus, please note that the NYS Division of Homeland Security & Emergency Services has updated its webinar schedule to include additional dates and...
by NYSPFFA | Apr 7, 2020 | Uncategorized
Brothers and Sisters, In these difficult times, as firefighters on the front line, we are facing challenges unique to our profession. Securing proper PPE, presumptive health coverage legislation for you and your families, as well as safe operational procedures, are...
by NYSPFFA | Apr 5, 2020 | nyspffa_news
COLA Bill Included in the State Budget. Click HERE for all the details of bill.
