The Congressional Fire Services Institute (CFSI) is a nonprofit, nonpartisan policy institute established in 1989 with the mission to educate Members of Congress about fire and life safety issues. Through educational programs, briefings, and publications, CFSI aims to raise awareness among lawmakers about the needs and challenges faced by the nation's fire and emergency services, and how the federal government can support local first responders.
Unlike other national fire service organizations, CFSI operates through its National Advisory Committee (NAC), which consists of over 35 national fire and emergency services organizations. The NAC plays a crucial role in developing consensus positions on major issues, enabling the fire service to deliver unified messages to Congress. By bridging the gap between the fire service and lawmakers, CFSI strives to make communities safer by advocating for the training, equipment, and resources necessary for firefighters and emergency services personnel to carry out their duties effectively.
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