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Oct 21, 2025, 2:16:47 PM (4 days ago) Oct 21
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Subject: Federal Shutdown Puts Fire Departments at Risk

IAFC and IAFF call for urgent legislative resolution.                                               
 
 
 
 
 
 

October 21, 2025

   
 
 
 
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