FSSA Announces New Public Policy Committee The FSSA Board of Directors announces the formation of a new Public Policy Committee. This committee will provide leadership and expertise for FSSA's public policy efforts and to help FSSA monitor those public policies related to FSSA's purposes. The Public Policy Committee will also identify, evaluate and monitor social, political and environmental trends, issues and concerns. The Committee will also assist the Board of Directors in analyzing these public policy trends and how they may impact fire protection activities and performance. Shawn Mullen, FSSA President declared, "This is an important new committee. It will assist the Board in showing how FSSA can anticipate and adjust to public policy trends. As we know, there are many more societal pressures affecting our industry, and FSSA needs to be prepared. This is a good, solid step for us to take."

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