Our mission is to serve, promote, advocate, and represent the interests of the volunteer fire, rescue, and emergency medical services of Maryland.

Organized 1893
The Maryland State Firefighters Association (MSFA) is a cumulation of the volunteer fire, rescue and EMS companies of the state of Maryland, and seeks to ensure adequate training and education, as well as standards in leadership and equipment to ensure the citizens of the state of Maryland receive consistent, professional emergency services no matter where in the state they reside.
MSFA News
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NERIS is Coming – As a reminder, NFRIS will no longer be accessible as of January 2026 and NERIS expects a full transition no later than December 31, 2025
The MSFA encourages your department to actively engage in the NERIS transition process to ensure a smooth transition and maximize the benefits of this new system. For more information on

MSFA Issues Official Statement on NFA Class Cancellations/Closures
OFFICIAL PRESS RELEASE ON THE CANCELLATION OF NFA CLASSES March 12, 2025 The Maryland State Firefighters Association (MSFA) is deeply concerned about the impact of canceling emergency and disaster training
Death Notice: Faye Williams, Mother of MSFA PP Michael Faust and MSFA 2nd VP WIlliam Faust
We are sorry to announce the passing of Faye Williams, Mother of MSFA PP Michael Faust and MSFA 2nd VP William Faust. Viewing: Monday March 11, 2025, 6 – 8

College Park Volunteer Fire Department 100th Anniversary Celebration
Please join us and help celebrate the 100th anniversary of the College Park Volunteer Fire Department on Saturday April 5th, 2025 as we host a public celebration and antique fire