Fire Prevention Week, 2025

BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION During Fire Prevention Week, we call on every household and community to prioritize fire prevention by taking steps that reduce risks and strengthen safety.  Americans honor the steadfast courage and dedication of firefighters and first responders across our Nation who protect our lives, property,

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Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-La.) leads a news conference with Republican congressional leadership on the first day of the government shutdown, outside the U.S. Capitol on Oct. 1, 2025. Brendan Smialowski/AFP via Getty Images Federal workers who have been furloughed during the ongoing U.S. government shutdown are not guaranteed to receive back pay