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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 Podcast (6/24/2025)
In statehouses, lawmakers are increasingly passing bills that alter, delay, or even erase safety codes; fire marshals and other safety professionals say their voices are being increasingly marginalized; and court decisions involving copywrite protection threaten to disturb the century-old system under which safety standards are created and maintained.
Fire Rescue 1 (7/1/2025)
The "senior man" in the fire service plays a critical, informal leadership role rooted in experience, mentorship, and respect, profoundly influencing team culture, job satisfaction, and organizational success—often more effectively than formal leadership—through humility, example, and a commitment to developing the next generation.
Fire Engineering (6/26/2025)
eLearning has revolutionized fire service training by increasing accessibility, flexibility, and cost-effectiveness, but its true effectiveness depends on blending interactive online education with essential hands-on practice to ensure firefighters are fully prepared for real-world challenges.
TEXAS STATE NEWSKXAN (7/1/2025)
The Pflugerville Fire Department is testing a new alert system using vibrating watches and gentler alarms to reduce stress and improve firefighter mental health by providing less jarring notifications of emergency calls.
Fire Rescue 1 (6/27/2025)
Roanoke Fire Captain Michael Reedy, a dedicated firefighter and community educator, died at age 38 following a medical emergency, prompting citywide mourning and tributes in his honor.
KCENTV (6/30/2025)
After 32 years in the fire service—28 of them in Waco—Robin "Robby" Bergerson was officially sworn in as Waco's new fire chief, bringing a wealth of experience, education, and leadership to a department that handles over 21,000 calls annually and plays a vital role in both local and statewide emergency response.
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 30, 2025, Brad and Curt discuss a Hawaii decision that placing firefighters on paid administrative leave pending the outcome of an internal investigation is not disciplinary; the dismissal of a lawsuit brought by a former Deputy Fire Marshal with the Raleigh Fire Department alleging discrimination because she was denied a request to work from home to breastfeed her newborn child; a lawsuit by a man alleging harassment by LAFD helicopters flying low over his house; a wrongful death lawsuit alleging a civilian fire equipment maintenance person was exposed to carcinogens; and a suit by FDNY’s EMS union to block the assignment of fire cadets to EMS roles.
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