U.S. Fire Administrator’s Summit on Fire Prevention and Control

FEMA
U.S. Fire Administration
National Fallen Firefighters Foundation

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. We look forward to welcoming national fire service leaders and federal government representatives later this year. The new date will be announced on this website as soon as it is confirmed.

FEMA
U.S. Fire Administration
National Fallen Firefighters Foundation

Save the Date—Wednesday, February 4, 2026

The U.S. Fire Administration will host the 4th Annual Summit on Fire Prevention and Control.

This is the USFA’s premier event featuring the top leaders and decision-makers in the industry. We look forward to welcoming national fire service leaders and representatives of the federal government along with a virtual audience of up to 2,500 additional fire service professionals.

Attire: Business attire or Class A uniform for all in-person attendees.

Agenda-at-a-Glance

Note: Topics, Speakers, and Times Subject to Change. All times listed in Eastern Time Zone/United States

Registration

Registration

8:30 am

All attendees in their seats

8:45 – 9:00 am

Opening Address

9:00 – 10:30 am

Welcome Remarks by U.S. Fire Administrator, U.S. Fire Administration

Introduction of Dignitaries and Opening Remarks

Roundtable Testimonies

10:45 am – 12:00 pm

Chiefs’ Discussion and Update on the U.S. Summit Workgroups with Audience Interaction

12:00 – 1:15 pm

Lunch Break in Dining Hall

1:20 pm

All attendees in their seats

1:30 – 3:45 pm

State of the Fire and Emergency Services

Your United States Fire Administration

Science of Fire/NERIS

National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health

Community Risk Reduction

Health, Wellness, Safety, and Survival

Training and Competency

Emergency Operations

3:45 – 4:00 pm

Closing Remarks with the U.S. Fire Administrator

Coverage of the 2024 Summit

This is exclusive event, hosted by the U.S. Fire Administrator, included the top leaders and decision makers in the industry.

Watch the 2024 Roundtable Discussion & State of Science

Playlist

2 Videos
Impact of Climate Change

Impact of Climate Change

Prepare all firefighters for the climate-driven increase in wildfires in the wildland-urban interface (WUI) and in rural and suburban communities by providing them with the proper training and equipment.
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Fire Service Recruitment and Retention

Fire Service Recruitment and Retention

Invest in recruitment and retention initiatives and incentives to address the shortage of firefighters and make the fire service more diverse and inclusive.
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Firefighter Cancer

Firefighter Cancer

Establish a comprehensive firefighter cancer strategy that invests in research, provides access to cancer screening for firefighters, and reduces and eliminates PFAS exposure.
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Firefighter Mental Health and Well-being

Firefighter Mental Health and Well-being

Provide comprehensive mental health and well-being resources, including those focused on suicide prevention, for all fire and EMS personnel.
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EV and Energy Transition

EV and Energy Transition

Articulate the need for the fire service to lead and inform the discussion on the fire safety of lithium-ion batteries and other alternative energy sources within our communities, at all levels of government, and with industry partners.
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Codes and Standards

Codes and Standards

Create safer communities by implementing and enforcing codes and standards as created by a national consensus process, especially in the WUI and under-served and vulnerable populations in rural and urban areas; and provide affordable and fire-safe housing.
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Whole-of-Government Approach

Whole-of-Government Approach

Employ a proactive and fully resourced whole-of-government approach, with significant involvement by the fire service, to address threats — including fire — to the health and safety of our nation’s population.
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Thank You to Our Summit Sponsors

Pinnacle Sponsor

Gifts of $30,000 or more

Premier Sponsors

Gifts of $25,000 or more

Leading Sponsors

Gifts of $15,000 or more

Advocate Sponsor

Gifts of $10,000 or more

Supporting Sponsors

Gifts of $5,000 or more

Become a Summit Sponsor

Be a part of this exclusive event that builds on the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation’s Firefighter Life Safety Summits and Truman Fire Forums. With various levels of sponsorship available to fit your goals, this unique opportunity offers your company with unparalleled marketing opportunities to get before current industry leaders and emerging leaders, as well as outstanding introductions and lead generation for business growth.