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The Professional Fire Fighters of Arizona. Est. 1967. "To care for those who are here today, those who have gone before us and those who will surely follow."
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04/26/2026

Space is limited for the 2026 Workers’ Comp class. We will address the range of daily challenges firefighters and the leaders who represent them encounter when dealing with the workers comp arena. Experienced instructors and subject-matter experts will help you, your members, and your department better understand the system, protect yourselves, and support a brother or sister who needs help navigating an injury or diagnosis. Please register using the contact information on the flyer.

04/24/2026

Politics is a year-round, full-contact sport. You are either affected by politics or affecting politics. In a right-to-work state, this is even more important when it comes to the political realm involving firefighters. Our team hosted our first-ever PFFA political training academy to help locals, both small and large, across Arizona become competitive in Arizona politics.

Thank you to the more than 30 local leaders from across the state for taking the time to help your local. This would not have been possible without the leadership of our president Dan Freiberg and Executive Vice President Tom Caretto. Special thanks to our instructors, PFFA Political Director Arick O’Hara, PFFA Fire District Representative David Rodriguez, Vice President of Political Affairs Tim Knobbe, and the many other instructors and subject-matter experts who contributed to the class. We are always available to help with any issues and look forward to the wins for the firefighters of Arizona.

Thank you to our sponsors NeP, Global Credit Union, and Herrera Arellano LLP.

04/22/2026

The -supported Senate Bill, SB1216, sponsored by Senator Kevin Payne, was signed into law by Governor Hobbs. This bill eliminates the expiration of the Craig Tiger Act, ensuring continued access to critical mental health resources for public safety personnel exposed to traumatic incidents. The continuation of this bill will help many firefighters and emergency responders, as mental health remains a persistent and prevalent issue in the fire service.

04/06/2026

The # PFFAZ-supported bill, HB 2641, sponsored by Rep. Sarah Liguori, was recently passed unanimously in the Senate Government committee and moves to the Senate Rules Committee. This bill expands the existing prohibition on the use of class B firefighting foam containing intentionally added PFAS chemicals by applying the restriction to all uses, instead of limiting it to training and testing. Thus reducing firefighters’ exposure to carcinogens. Please follow along as this bill progresses.

03/30/2026

The -supported bill, SB 1215, sponsored by Sen. Payne (Glendale) and commonly referred to as “The firefighter comma bill,” was passed out of the House Public Safety and Law Enforcement Committee recently. This vital piece of legislation strengthens the current presumptive cancers from being denied by bad actors, over a simple comma. Please share and follow along as this bill progresses.

03/26/2026

The 2026 Workers Compensation class is coming soon! This course has helped numerous local leaders and administrative staff across the state guide firefighters through the workers compensation hurdles. This two-day course is taught by multiple experts in a wide range of issues. The class has no registration fee, and lunch is provided both days. If you know anyone who would like to sponsor the class, please see the sponsor flyer for details on how they can help.

Registration is also on the flyer. Looking forward to seeing everyone in May!

03/18/2026

The 2026 Workers Compensation class is coming soon! Firefighters face workers compensation challenges every day, and waiting until after an incident to learn how to respond isn’t ideal. Our experienced, knowledgeable instructors will equip you with the best tools to support your members and help you and them through the process. Seats are limited. To register, please use the contact number or email listed on the flyer.

03/06/2026

The Cancer Coordinator, Orion Godfrey, has extensive knowledge in helping firefighters deal with cancer, and claims. Cancer remains a leading cause of line-of-duty deaths, and Orion has supported or been involved in many Arizona firefighters’ battles with cancer, helping them focus on their fight rather than on paperwork.

Orion recently testified (virtually) in support of a Hawaii legislative bill to help Hawaii firefighters, and occupational cancer and cancer claims. Thank you Orion for helping out brothers and sisters. If you, or a member is fighting cancer, please reach out to Orion to see how the PFFA can help.

02/25/2026

Yesterday, the -supported bill, SB 1504 (“Tier 3 bill”), failed in committee and is now dead. Your PFFA staff are frustrated by this outcome. We, along with the Public Safety Alliance—our partners from law enforcement (APA, FOP, and AZCOPS)—will continue to advocate for our Tier 3 members and work toward a solution to protect their earned retirement benefits.

02/16/2026

Last week, the # PFFAZ-supported bill, HB 2917, ‘Arizona firefighter cancer registry’, sponsored by Representative Davis Marshall Sr., passed out of the House Public Safety and Law Enforcement Committee. This bill creates a statewide firefighter cancer registry administered by the Arizona Department of Health Services. The registry collects data to illuminate cancer risks associated with firefighting. Data will be used only in aggregate form to inform prevention efforts, policy development, and protections for firefighters, registry information cannot be used to deny presumptive cancer claims. Please follow along as this bill progresses.

02/12/2026

Yesterday, the -supported bill, SB 1504 (“Tier 3 bill”) sponsored by Sen. David Gowan, passed its first committee hearing. This bill will also be heard in 2 more committees in the Senate. Your PFFA will continue to monitor and attend the committee meetings in support. Please follow along as this bill progresses.

02/04/2026

Yesterday, the # PFFAZ-supported bill, HB 2641, sponsored by Rep. Sarah Liguori, moved through the Rules Committee and is set for a COW vote soon. This bill expands the existing prohibition on the use of class B firefighting foam containing intentionally added PFAS chemicals by applying the restriction to all uses, instead of limiting it to training and testing. Thus reducing firefighters’ exposure to carcinogens. Please follow along as this bill progresses.

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61 E Columbus Avenue
Phoenix, AZ
85012

Website

http://pffaz.org/

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