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FEMA cancels classes at national fire training academy amid federal funding cuts


Published on 2025-04-15 17:42:09 - Fortune
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  • "It's not a 'nice to have.' It is the one avenue we have to bring people from all over the country to learn from and with each other."

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has canceled all classes at the National Fire Academy in Emmitsburg, Maryland, due to a significant reduction in federal funding, as reported by Fortune on March 8, 2025. This decision affects both in-person and online courses that were scheduled through the end of the fiscal year, impacting thousands of firefighters and emergency responders who rely on the academy for essential training. FEMA's budget cuts, part of broader federal spending reductions, have forced the agency to prioritize emergency response over training programs. The National Fire Academy, established to enhance the professional development of fire service personnel, is now seeking alternative funding sources and exploring partnerships with state and local governments to potentially resume operations.

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