1	The International Association of Fire Fighters
2	"The IAFF was organized February..." The IAFF was organized February 28, 1918, during the first annual IAFF Convention held in Washington DC. There were 36 firefighter delegates in attendance who adopted the IAFF constitution and by-laws; Today the IAFF represents over 267,000 firefighters and emergency workers across the US and Canada;
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4	"To organize all firefighters and..." To organize all firefighters and emergency medical workers; To secure just compensation for their services and equitable settlement of disputes; To promote as safe and healthy a working environment for the firefighters as is possible through modern technology;
5	"To promote the establishment of..." To promote the establishment of just and reasonable working conditions; To place the members of the Association on a higher plane of skill and efficiency; To promote harmonious relations between firefighters and their employers;
6	"To encourage the formation of..." To encourage the formation of local unions, state and provincial associations and joint councils; To encourage the formation of sick and death benefit funds; To promote the research and treatment of burns and other related heath problems common to firefighters;
7	"To encourage the establishment of..." To encourage the establishment of schools of instruction for imparting knowledge of modern and improved methods of firefighting and prevention; and To cultivate friendship and fellowship among its members;
8	"Today the IAFF is the..." Today the IAFF is the primary advocate for providing fire fighters with the tools they need to perform their jobs; The union also provides a strong voice in the development and implementation of new training and equipment, and has worked hard to advance the proper staffing of fire departments;
9	"The IAFF is involved in..." The IAFF is involved in federal legislation for fire fighters across the country; The IAFF is one of the fastest growing labor organizations today; IAFF General President Harold A. Schaitberger was elected in 2000, and re-elected in 2004 for another 4 year term;
10	"The Professional Fire Fighters Association..." The Professional Fire Fighters Association of Louisiana is the statewide link to the IAFF and is essential to our legislative efforts.
11	"The Professional Firefighters Association of..." The Professional Firefighters Association of LA. is associated with the IAFF and has 2,791 members; The PFFA of LA State President Chad Major , is employed by the Baton Rouge Fire Department; President Major represents 36 locals across La. and growing;
12	"The PFFA of LA" The PFFA of LA. has lobbied state legislatures for retirement benefits; Disability benefits, which are more prevalent due to the inherent dangers of the job; Supplemental pay;
13	"Annual 2" Annual 2% mandatory pay raise for emergency workers; 52 week sick leave law; Captain-driver law, and many more laws that assist and protect fire fighters;
14	"The Lafayette Professional Firefighters Association..." The Lafayette Professional Firefighters Association represents its members in service to the community, improving working conditions, and public safety.
15	"The Lafayette Professional Firefighters Association" The Lafayette Professional Firefighters Association, Local 619, was organized in 1939 and is associated with the PFFA of LA. and the IAFF; Donald Chauvin is the Local’s President and is serving in his 5^th term; The LPFA represents 212 of the 254 employees of the Lafayette Fire Department;
16	"The LPFA has and continues..." The LPFA has and continues to work hard to provide adequate staffing, safety, and a livable wage for its members; Each member receives great benefits just by being a member; As a member you receive a death benefit through legislation on the state level. If a member dies in the line of duty, his family will receive a burial policy;
17	"The LPFA helps the less..." The LPFA helps the less fortunate in the community whenever a family is burned out of their home through the Fire Victims Relief Fund; Fire Victim Relief Fund monies are comprised of membership dues and local fund raisers administered by a board member ; Qualifying families receive two nights lodging and a gift card to further assist with food or clothing;
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19	"Don’t let your local officials..." Don’t let your local officials or non-union members cloud your judgment; In closing, the LPFA, PFFA of LA and the IAFF are great organizations to belong to, with great benefits just for being a member.
20	"Join Today!!!" Join Today!!!