Bolded: If there is a partial shutdown saturday 1/31/26, we will NOT be impacted. Regular font: on January 23, our funding bill was signed into law. Forest Service is funded via the Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act of 2026. Nffe.org & nffe-fsc.org

Budget direction should start coming out from the wo shortly. This is the same bill that funded our DOI siblings. #ourworkmatters #bettertogether #nffestrong

Nffe logo top center on a blue background watermarked with the logo. Two Big Wins for local 5300 representing our Law Enforcement Officers 1) FS LEOs will be receiving the 3.8% raise in pp 1. Local 5300 took quick action working with management, partners and lobbying to ensure our LEOs were included in the National LEO cost of living increase after they were initially left off the authorization. 2) Journeyman 1801 and 1811 positions are receiving an extra grade on their career ladders. NFFE has long held that the GL 1801 and 1811 Position Discriptions (PDs) did not reflect the complexity of our work. The local, alongside management, worked tirelessly to ensure that PDs were updated and captured the work being done. The transition to the new PDs will become effective starting in pp2. Those with time in grade will be promoted in the same timeframe. Roni Fein, CVP and local 5300 were specifically complimented for their work getting these initiates across the finish line by Law Enforcement and Investigations Director Tracy Perry http://www.NFFE.org & https://www.nffe-fsc.org

Huge win! #ourworkmatters #unionsmatter #bettertogether #unionstrong #nffestrong

Blue nffe watermarked background. Nffe eagle and cogs logo top center. Text reads: hrm restoring up to 80hrs of forfeited leave. Hrm announced that they will be restoring up to 80hrs of forfeited leave in an all-employee email dated 12/23/25. This is due to the prolonged shutdown limiting our time to use "use or lose" leave. (This next sentence is highlighted) no action is needed for the initial 80hrs to be restored. If you are losing more than that you'll need to follow the have restoration process. The leave (highlight on) restoration will occur february-april 2026) (end highlight) per the email. Nffe.org nffe-fsc.org

The email has a link to the leave restoration process- you'll need to work with your supervisor to gather the needed documentation. We only know what's happening at our agency- hopefully other agencies join in the restoration.

#useorlose #fedemployees #ourworkmatters #bettertogether #unionstrong

#utpol #ourworkmatters #saveourservices #holdtheline #unionsmatter #nffestrong

Black shutters with yellow text "longest shutdown in history" The nffe eagle and cogs logo is at the bottom.

Not sure about all yall but we're tired of being shut out by Congress. There's work to get done.

#ourworkmatters #saveourservices #holdtheline #nffestrong #UnionsMatter

Well, this will be an adventure. Hopefully, we have enough snacks. #furlough2025 #ourworkmatters #saveourservices #bettertogether

NFFÉ If the shutdown happens: 1 Report to work as usual Wednesdav for an "orderlv shutdown"(AL will be canceled) unless the Forest Service informs you in writing that you are officially furloughed. Otherwise you risk an unexcused absence if you are not furloughed. 1a) Work devices will need to be secured at the office if you are not classified as "essential/exempt " take them all in tomorrow eg hotspots, laptops, tablets, radios, agency vehicles & their keys. 2) follow us on socials: insta @nffe _fsc, fb @ForestserviceCouncil, bluesky @nffe-fsc.bsky.social. 3)Sign Up for NFFE alerts using your personal email. Follow NFFE on insta @nffe_ union, Fb @NFFEunion, and BlueSky @nffe.bsky.social 4) Review your personal finances and prepare for the possibility of delayed paychecks. Reach out to banks, utilities and loan servicers to see what their process is going to look like- last time most worked with our emplovees. Regularly visit the NFFE-FSC website and NFFE-FSC on Facebook for news and updates! http://www.NFFE.org & https://www.nffe-fsc.org

Things to consider: 1) file an interim travel voucher if you are on a fire during this. 2) turn in leave requests for use or lose so they can be officially denied, this allows the leave to be reinstated if you don't get to use it. 3) update your timesheet(s). 3) stay within a 24hr call back range unless you have pre- approved leave. Given flight times, this doesn't limit your cheap beach options much. http://www.NFFE.org & https://www.nffe-fsc.org

What we have on good authority: 1) Folks working on priorities eg timber, minerals, and fire are going to be "essential*." 2) RX burns are canceled 3) Depending on the nepa project, appeal/objection review teams will be "essential" *Essential (Syn exempted) means working but not getting paid until a budget is passed. Plan accordingly for commuting and daycare costs! We got the 2019 Government Employee Fair Treatment Act passed. NFFE fought hard to pass the 2019 Government Employee Fair Treatment Act. This ensures that all furloughed employees will receive their backpay retroactively upon the government reopening. No more hoping Congress would vote to backpay us! http://www.NFFE.org & https://www.nffe-fsc.org

Funding lapses at 12:01 eastern if Congress doesn't act. #ourworkmatters #yourworkmatters #unionstrong nffe-fsc.org/shutdown

Do our best until they tell us we can't. #ourworkmatters #saveourservices #bettertogether #unionstrong #holdtheline

Not a rumor.

#bettertogether #unionstrong #ourworkmatters #saveourservices

NFFE Wildland Firefighter Health Forum- NFFE members are Testifying! Watch live Sept 18, 2025 (eastern): httpos://www.voutube.com/@NaturalResourcesDems, streams Caveat that votes are now expected close to 4 PM which means timing could change slightly. The order of events is likely to remain: 3:45- 4:00 - panelists and Members arrive 4:00 - 4:05 - Ranking Member Dexter opens the torum 4:05 - Ranking Member Huffman delivers opening remarks 4:10 - Ranking Member Dexter delivers opening remarks 4:15 - 4:40 Panelist introductions and testimony/ remarks (5 panelists) 4:40- 5:25 - Q&A 5:25 - Ranking Member Dexter closes forum http://www.NFFE.org & https://www.nffe-fsc.org

Several members are on the panel tomorrow www.youtube.com/@NaturalReso... #bettertogether #ourworkmatters #unionstrong #firefighter #wildlandfirefighter

It's a photo of a forest portal sign for the manti-la sal national forest with a bit of one of the districts in the background. At the top on a navy blue field is the nffe eagle, cogs and ribbon logo and text about welcome to nffe-fsc.

The election on the Manti-La Sal for the Professional Employees to finally join the techs, admin & blue collar employees was successful! They'll be joining @nffe-local125.bsky.social #mantilasal #moab #ferron #price #monticello #manti #bettertogether #unionstrong #ourworkmatters #saveourservices

Tell Congress to Cosponsor the Wildland Firefighter Hazard Pay Correction Act (H.R. 5091) Federal wildland firefighters engage in dangerous operations outside of active wildfires, including firefighters assigned to prescribed burns and smokejumpers performing training jumps. Both of these ...

Please help us get the hazard pay loop holes for prescribed fire and smokejumping training jumps fixed. We drafted a letter that could also be a script @5calls.org style. actionnetwork.org/letters/tell... #ourworkmatters #saveourservices #bettertogether #unionstrong

NFFE Endorses Legislation to Expand Hazard Pay for Federal Wildland Firefighters | National Federation of Federal Employees The legislation was drafted in a collaborative effort between NFFE staff, union members, and Rep. Malloy (R-UT).

Let's get this! Call, email, visit your reps. nffe.org/press-releas... #bettertogether #unionstrong #ourworkmatters

Large Airtanker effectiveness research – United States – Wildfire Today

Good read by our researchers: wildfiretoday.com/large-airtan... #saveourservices #bettertogether #unionstrong #ourworkmatters

Our Work Matters - FDDC Our Work Matters A Florida Developmental Disabilities Council Podcast Whether you are a self-advocate or a family member/caregiver of an individual with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD), this podcast has tools to help you advocate for the developmental disabilities community and promote inclusion in your state and local community. Join Dr. Christine Reeve, a Program […]

🎧 Tune in for practical safety tips, insights from law enforcement experts, and resources you can share with your local community: https://www.fddc.org/our-work-matters

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Our Work Matters - FDDC Our Work Matters A Florida Developmental Disabilities Council Podcast Whether you are a self-advocate or a family member/caregiver of an individual with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD), this podcast has tools to help you advocate for the developmental disabilities community and promote inclusion in your state and local community. Join Dr. Christine Reeve, a Program […]

🎧 Tune in for practical safety tips, insights from law enforcement experts, and resources you can share with your local community: https://www.fddc.org/our-work-matters

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Our Work Matters - FDDC Our Work Matters A Florida Developmental Disabilities Council Podcast Whether you are a self-advocate or a family member/caregiver of an individual with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD), this podcast has tools to help you advocate for the developmental disabilities community and promote inclusion in your state and local community. Join Dr. Christine Reeve, a Program […]

Whether you're just starting your advocacy journey or looking for new resources, this podcast is for you.

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The blue action network landing page with the title "tell congress to save the Civilian Conservation Centers" Below that is a bar tracking how many letters have been sent (404 as of this screen capture). The page finishes with the challenge "take action"

NFFE LEGISLATIVE ACTION ALERT (a red banner over a photo of the capitol building) Red "act now" button The President's Fiscal Year 2026 budget proposes eliminating all funding for Job Corps- devastating move that would shut down the nation's most effective career training program for underserved youth. Defunding Job Corps will eliminate all U.S. Forest Service Civilian lonservation Centers, removing a pipeline of well-trained candidates for battling wildfires and stewarding our public lands. CCC employees have already received notice their centers may ne shut down within the next few weeks - even before Congress approves any budgetary changes. We must contact Congress immediately to ensure the CCC's remain open and are fully funded in FY26.

The jobcorp, a residential education and career training program sponsored by USFS&DOL (sometimes dol & other agencies), is currently being zeroed out by Congress. Call/write your representatives today to protect this vital program! actionnetwork.org/letters/tell... #ourworkmatters #nffestrong

We are your neighbors and we're doing our jobs, to the best of our ability, to serve this generation and the ones to come. #ourworkmatters #letUsWork #saveourservices #bettertogether #unionsmatter #nffestrong

Our Work Matters - FDDC Our Work Matters A Florida Developmental Disabilities Council Podcast Whether you are a self-advocate or a family member/caregiver of an individual with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD), this podcast has tools to help you advocate for the developmental disabilities community and promote inclusion in your state and local community. Join Dr. Christine Reeve, a Program […]

In this episode, they cover:
✅ Understanding mental health and I/DD
✅ Challenges in dual diagnosis and treatment
✅ The role of NADD in improving support and care

Listen to the episode now: https://f.mtr.cool/qicudewpqk

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