Department Credentials Due

Member Departments, don’t forget the June 1, 2024 deadline for credentials. All credentials must be submitted before June 1. Submit department credentials here: https://convention.msfa.org/registration/department-credentials/ Please also visit the convention website, […]
Death Notice: Chaplain Charles E. Barnhart, Jr.

It is with profound sadness that the MSFA shares the news that Chaplain Charles E. Barnhart, Jr. passed from this world to the loving arms of Jesus this afternoon. Charlie […]
MFCA EDIAFC Conference Scholarship Announcement

The Eastern Division of the International Association of Fire Chiefs (EDIAFC) will be holding their 2024 Annual Conference May 9th through 11th at the Hilton Doubletree Guest Suites Mount Laurel, […]
Calling all Retention and Recruitment Personnel! Limited class size. Register today for your regional RRO course.

April Executive Committee Meeting Announcement

President Eric Smothers has scheduled his April Executive Committee Meeting of the Maryland State Firemen’s Association for Saturday and Sunday, April 6 th & 7 th , 2024. The meeting […]
The Office of the State Fire Marshal Announces the Passing of Former State Fire Marshal Rocco J. Gabriele”

Former State Fire Marshal Rocco J. Gabriele died Wednesday afternoon at his home surrounded by his family. He was 90. Gabriele was the longest-serving State Fire Marshal of Maryland for […]
Passing of Past Chief Richard V. Grabenstein, Sr.

The Maryland State Firemen’s Association and the District 16 Volunteer Fire Department regretfully announce the passing of Past Chief Richard V. Grabenstein, Sr. He was a dedicated member of the District […]
2024 MSFA&LA Cancer Support Walk

To Sign Up to Walk in the Event, please click here. To become a sponsor for the Event, please click here. A downloadable event packet can be found here.
Legislative Bulletin 02012024.4
PDF: MSFA Legislative Bulletin 01252024.4 Our bulletin offers up-to-date information on legislation that the MSFA is tracking. Should you have any questions or concerns regarding the listed legislation, please contact […]
MSFA Regretfully Announces the passing of Timothy B. Ganley
The Maryland State Firemen’s Association regretfully announces the passing of Timothy B. Ganley of the Independent Hose Company. Tim was very active with the fire service including his many dedicated […]