PLANNING FOR MILITARY DEPLOYMENT

Dues waived during Military Deployment

The International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) recognizes the sacrifice our members make in the protection of our country, and in accordance with Article III Section 5 of the IAFF Constitution and Bylaws, HFFA is authorized to waive payment of union dues, assessments or other union charges until such member is relieved from active duty with the armed forces. Contact the HFFA Office regarding your deployment. Read more

EUTF Coverage during deployment

The EUTF understands members’ obligations while still enlisted in the armed services and must deploy for any reason. An employee who is being deployed and wishes to continue their EUTF coverage should do the following:

  1. Provide his/her personnel office with the deployment papers.
  2. Should complete the L-1 Form (Authorized Leave of Absence Without Pay)
  3. Pay employee share of healthcare coverage via mailed check, ACH deduction from a bank account or credit card

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