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🌎 Happy World Standards Day!Strong codes and standards help protect firefighters, emergency responders, and the communit...
10/14/2026

🌎 Happy World Standards Day!

Strong codes and standards help protect firefighters, emergency responders, and the communities they serve. Today, CFSI recognizes the organizations and experts working to advance safety, innovation, and preparedness across the fire and emergency services.

WHERE CONGRESS GETS THE OVERSIGHT AUTHORITY FROMWhile the Constitution does not explicitly create Congressional oversigh...
10/13/2026

WHERE CONGRESS GETS THE OVERSIGHT AUTHORITY FROM

While the Constitution does not explicitly create Congressional oversight powers, the authority rests in the Necessary and Proper Clause. The Necessary and Proper Clause is found in Art. 1 § 8, cl. 18 of the U.S. Constitution and gives Congress the authority to pass laws needed to carry out its other enumerated powers.

The Supreme Court has placed guardrails on the the Constitutional power. In Kilbourn v. Thompson (1880), the Supreme Court held that Congress can only use its investigative power when it is connected to a valid legislative task. In McGrain v. Daugherty (1927), the Court affirmed that the Congressional power of inquiry was an essential piece of the legislative function.

Happy Columbus Day from CFSI!Wishing everyone a safe and enjoyable holiday. We hope you have a wonderful day with family...
10/12/2026

Happy Columbus Day from CFSI!

Wishing everyone a safe and enjoyable holiday. We hope you have a wonderful day with family, friends, and loved ones!

10/10/2026

CFSI is a proud supporter of . When charging on a plane, keep portable charging devices on the tray table. Do not charge devices in overhead compartments and never charge e-cigarettes or vapes on a plane. If a battery overheats or fails, it is important for the flight crew to be able to respond quickly. For more info: fpw.org.

🔥 Did you know? Fire Prevention Week is the nation's oldest public health observance to still be occurring!Declared by P...
10/09/2026

🔥 Did you know? Fire Prevention Week is the nation's oldest public health observance to still be occurring!

Declared by President Calvin Coolidge in 1925, Fire Prevention Week is observed annually during the week of October 9th in remembrance of the Great Chicago Fire of 1871.

For more than a century, Fire Prevention Week has helped raise awareness about fire safety, educate communities, and prevent fire-related injuries and deaths.

🚒 101 years alter, the mission remains the same - saving lives through fire prevention and education!

As a proud supporter of , CFSI is reminding you to charge large items like e-bikes, scooters, and power tools outside w...
10/09/2026

As a proud supporter of , CFSI is reminding you to charge large items like e-bikes, scooters, and power tools outside when possible. Do not block exits when charging. These batteries store more energy, and fires can grow quickly if they fail. For more info: fpw.org.

🚨 One week left! The National Fire Award nominations for is closing in a week. Don’t miss the opportunity to recognize...
10/09/2026

🚨 One week left! The National Fire Award nominations for is closing in a week. Don’t miss the opportunity to recognize outstanding fire & EMS leadership.

➡️Submit your nominations today: https://bit.ly/CFSI2027Awards

10/08/2026

🏛️🔥 The latest edition of Washington Watch was released in today's newsletter! Stay informed on policy updates and legislative news impacting the fire and emergency services.

📌Congress Moves Quickly to Push Back on Plan to Control NIH Grant Approval Process.
📌"Pocket Rescission" Sets Up Another Funding Fight.
📌National Fire Academy Class Openings.
📌NIOSH Survey to Improve Firefighter Death and Serious Injury Investigations Update.
📌FFFIPP Reports and Slides.

➡️ Check it out here: https://cfsi.org/washington-watch-october-8-2026/
📩 Sign up for the newsletter today: https://bit.ly/CFSINewsletter

CFSI is a proud to support . Unplug your device when it is fully charged. Leaving it plugged in longer than needed can ...
10/08/2026

CFSI is a proud to support . Unplug your device when it is fully charged. Leaving it plugged in longer than needed can increase heat and stress on the battery. For more infofpw.org.

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