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 MEMBER NEWSTFCA is accepting nominations for the following positions:
Nominations will be accepted through Nominations will be accepted through Aug. 15. Please use the form below to submit a nomination:. Please use the form below to submit a nomination: Did you know one of your fellow Texas fire chiefs is helping lead the national conversation on fire service technology?
Scott Roseberry, Battalion Chief with Garland Fire Department, serves as a co-host of Tech Talk Tuesday — a live webcast and podcast focused on practical, forward-thinking innovations for the fire service. Broadcast at 1 pm on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month, Tech Talk Tuesday features thought leaders, fire chiefs, and technology experts from across the country. The goal: help departments of all sizes turn emerging technology into real-world solutions. 
Researchers from the Cooperative Institute for Research in the Atmosphere (CIRA) at Colorado State University (CSU), in affiliation with NOAA, are conducting a survey to better understand your experiences with fire weather products and services, especially those provided by the National Weather Service (NWS). This survey is part of a research study aimed at understanding how these products are used and how they can be improved to better support your decision-making needs. The survey will take approximately 15–20 minutes to complete.
The Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation (TSAHC) is a 501C3 that was created and designed to help our heroes in the community with homeownership. Firefighters, EMS personnel, police, teachers, and veterans all qualify based on profession. It provides down payment and grant assistance toward a purchase of a home anywhere in Texas. It may also include a Mortgage Credit Certificate. For information, check with a mortgage professional for guidance. Visit TSAHC.ORG or reach to me stacylynn@highlandsmortgage.com for more information.
UPCOMING EVENTSAttending the Fire Station Facilities Conference is a must for anyone involved in fire station planning, design, construction, maintenance, or management. This event brings together industry experts, fire service leaders, and facility planners to explore the latest innovations, best practices, and funding strategies for modern, efficient, and safe fire stations. Gain value from connecting with key decision-makers and learning solutions tailored to fire and emergency service facilities. Whether you’re upgrading an existing station or building new, this conference provides the knowledge and resources needed to create state-of-the-art fire facilities that meet the evolving needs of First Responders and the communities they serve. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, network, and elevate your fire station projects!
INDUSTRY NEWSNFPA (4/29/2025)
At the NFPA Conference & Expo 2025, experts emphasized that while wildfires are inevitable, science-based strategies, updated building practices and stronger community engagement can significantly reduce home and community wildfire risks, though motivating widespread action remains a challenge.
Fire Rescue 1 (6/25/2025)
Effective public safety leadership begins with planning for succession from day one, focusing on building trust, aligning talent with mission, fostering a resilient organizational culture, and leaving behind a department that thrives long after the chief departs.
Wildfire Today (6/12/2025)
President Trump issued an executive order to consolidate federal wildland fire programs, expand state and local firefighting capabilities through modern technologies, and reduce regulatory barriers to prescribed burns, marking a significant shift toward a nationalized wildfire response strategy.
TEXAS STATE NEWSKIII-TV ABC 3 Corpus Christi (6/17/2025)
The San Marcos Fire Department has introduced a cost-effective blocker truck to enhance roadside safety by shielding emergency personnel from traffic during highway incidents, reducing risks, preserving frontline resources and potentially saving lives.
Texas Division of Emergency Management (6/24/2025)
Governor Greg Abbott has deployed additional Texas emergency resources to New Mexico to assist with wildfire and flash flood response efforts under a mutual aid agreement, emphasizing interstate support during disasters.
TCFP UPDATESThe Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) has seen a remarkable increase in workload and productivity over the past five years. The increases in funding, staffing and equipment, provided during the 88th Legislative session were greatly appreciated and has enabled us to make tremendous strides in the services we provide. Due to the continued growth of the Texas Fire Service, we are struggling to meet our mandated inspections while managing injury and complaint investigations.
TCFP offers “regional meetings” throughout the year in a variety of locations around the state. These meetings are opportunities for members of nearby fire departments and other regulated entities to meet some of our staff in person. We want to answer your questions, listen to your concerns, and give timely updates related to commission news. In addition, through a partnership with TEEX, CE will be awarded for your attendance at these meetings. For a list of all upcoming meeting dates, visit the Regional Meetings webpage. TML NEWSRick Randall Upcoming Training July 9
TEEX NEWS
FIRE LAW BLOGIn this episode of Fire Law Roundup for June 23, 2025, Brad and Curt discuss a ruling by the US Supreme Court dismissing a disability discrimination claim under the ADA brought a retired Florida firefighter; an internal investigation into allegations that Seattle firefighters may have submitted fraudulent COVID-19 vaccination cards in violation of the city’s 2021 vaccine mandate; the dismissal of a lawsuit filed by a KCMO firefighter who alleged that members disclosed his confidential medical and mental health information; a California appellate court upholding the dismissal of a disability discrimination lawsuit against the San Bernardino County Fire Department; and a Fifth Circuit ruling that upheld the dismissal of a suit filed by a former fire chief who claimed he was wrongfully terminated after testifying in a case.
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