by NYSPFFA | Jan 14, 2021 | membersonly
This week, Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo delivered his 11th State of the State address from the War Room in the State Capitol. The Governor’s remarks, were spread out over several days, covering various topics. The Governor focused on a “Seven-Point Plan.” 1. Defeat COVID 2....
by NYSPFFA | Jan 6, 2021 | nyspffa_news
Join us on January 6th 2021 for a free webinar on fire fighter cancer, Covid, and the vaccines. Register at https://www.roswellpark.org/firstresponderswebinar
by NYSPFFA | Jan 5, 2021 | nyspffa_news
Please find the link of Executive Order #202.87 from December 31st, which extends eligibility for the accidental death benefits in Chapter 89 of the Laws of 2020, which provided public employees who die of COVID-19 on or before December 31, 2020. The benefit has been...
by NYSPFFA | Jan 5, 2021 | nyspffa_news
The FY 2020 Assistance to Firefighters (AFG) grant application period is now open through February 12, 2021. AFG grants provide fire departments with funding for critically needed equipment, protective gear, emergency vehicles, training and other resources for...
by NYSPFFA | Jan 2, 2021 | nyspffa_news
Brothers and Sisters, Below is a link to the latest vaccination guidance, which addresses a question we have received regarding members who do not wish to get the shot at this time. We will also post on our website, hope this is helpful. On behalf of our Executive...
by NYSPFFA | Dec 30, 2020 | nyspffa_news
See link below for EEOC Guidance on COVID. Paragraph K deals with vaccinations. https://www.eeoc.gov/wysk/what-you-should-know-about-covid-19-and-ada-rehabilitation-act-and-other-eeo-laws
by NYSPFFA | Dec 5, 2020 | nyspffa_news
Dear Brothers and Sisters, The IAFF Conventions will be here before you know it. As a reminder, below are some important dates. With the reduction in the registration fee to $100, it is hoped that everyone will take this unprecedented opportunity to...
by NYSPFFA | Dec 3, 2020 | nyspffa_news
Brothers and Sisters, As COVID continues to spike, we must stay vigilant in protecting not only our communities, but also our members. After being contacted regarding members forced to work after they were exposed, we worked on addressing the issue with the Governor’s...
by NYSPFFA | Nov 25, 2020 | nyspffa_news
Just 2 Weeks Left to Register! 10+ hours of training sessions. 16 leading instructors. FREE TO ATTEND Certificates of Attendance provided for all sessions Live or on-demand! Learn from 16 of the fire service's top instructors in more than 10 hours of sessions - all...
by NYSPFFA | Nov 10, 2020 | nyspffa_news
Attention NYSPFFA Members: The New York State Department of Health has issued revised guidance for New York State fire service agencies to mitigate potential exposure to COVID-19. This guidance is meant to assist fire service agencies in developing procedures...
by NYSPFFA | Nov 4, 2020 | membersonly
Attention NYSPFFA Members: Please note that the final results of many of the races mentioned below are not yet official. Federal A reliably “Blue State,” former Vice President Joe Biden has secured New York’s 29 Electoral Votes and is currently leading President...
by NYSPFFA | Nov 1, 2020 | nyspffa_news
Travelers Must Get Tested Within Three Days Prior to Landing in New York, Quarantine for at Least Three Days Upon Arrival, and Get a Test on Day Four of Arrival If Travelers Receive a Negative Test On Day Four of Quarantine They May Exit Quarantine When They Receive...
by NYSPFFA | Oct 19, 2020 | nyspffa_news
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced the NYS Department of Health has released a draft COVID-19 Vaccination Administration Program that serves as an initial framework for ensuring the safe and effective distribution of a COVID-19 vaccine in New York....
