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The mission of the Maryland State Firemen’s Association is to serve, promote, advocate and represent the interests of the volunteer fire, rescue and emergency medical services of Maryland.

Maryland State Tax Incentive Rules and Blank Form

Maryland State Tax Incentive Package contains both a blank tax form and the rules – per Stuart W. Carter – Chairman, Incentive Programs Committee, Maryland State Firemen’s Association.

Passing of Pamela Ann Bond (nee Cross) daughter of MSFA Past President George Cross

On Saturday May 20th, 2023, Pamela Ann Bond (nee Cross) of Salisbury, MD, passed away unexpectedly at the age of 56. Pam was born in Towson, MD, to Patricia Cross (nee Engle) and George Cross, Jr., on February 23rd, 1967 at the Greater Baltimore Medical Center. She is survived by...

Celebration of Life – President Matt L. Weber – North Beach VFD

Announcing the passing of President Matt Weber and Celebration of Life information. Invitation for companies to attend.

Passing of LAMSFA Past President Joan Cumberland

It is with deep sadness that the LAMSFA announces the passing of our 1998 – 1999 Past President, Joan Irene Cumberland, 85, of Westminster died Sunday, May 21, 2023, at Carroll Hospital. Born March 14, 1938, in Westminster, she was the daughter of the late Helen Weist Shaffer. She was...

Passing of Past President Terry Thompson

The Maryland State Firemen's Association is saddened to announce the passing of Past President Terry Thompson, (2003-2004).

Maryland State Firemen’s Association’s Rural Water Supply Spring Drill 2023

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Annual MSFA Convention

In June, MSFA will host its annual convention in Ocean City, Maryland, featuring award and memorial ceremonies, exhibits, educational and social events. We hope you’ll be able to join us!

March 19-20 2022 – EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING – Community VFC of Bowley’s Quarters

June 19th-23rd, 2022 – 130th MSFA CONVENTION – Ocean City Convention Center

Benjamin W. Kurtz

Benjamin “Ben” W. Kurtz

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Eric Smothers

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W. Newton “Skip” Carey Jr.

2nd Vice President

Kate Loveless

Executive Director

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