1. Can we start a local or state chapter? No. The IAFF-MG is divided according to IAFF districts in order to further the goal of promoting fraternalism among IAFF members in states within each district.and Canada, to promote positive internal and external public relations for the IAFF and its members and to support benevolent activities both internal and external.

2. What does my dues include? First and foremost, the IAFF-MG must be self-sustaining, as the resolution passed at the IAFF 2004 Convention was without per capita support. Your dues are used to support IAFF-MG events annually throughout the United States

3. Can I join the IAFF-MG if I do not own a motorcycle? Yes, you can join the IAFF-MG. You do not have to own a motorcycle but you do need a motorcycle license to join the IAFF-MG.

4. Do I have to own a Harley Davidson to join the IAFF-MG? No. While the IAFF-MG Constitution and By-laws encourages members to buy and ride “union made” motorcycles manufactured in the United States or Canada, it is not a requirement.

5. Does the IAFF-MG have associate membership? Yes, the IAFF-MG now offers associate membership to the immediate family members and the significant others of IAFF-MG members. Those seeking associate membership in the IAFF-MG must be sponsered by an IAFF-MG member. The dues for associate membership is $25 annually. IAFF-MG associate members are only authorized to wear the "center" portion of the IAFF-MG colors.

6. Do I have to be an IAFF-MG member to buy the colors or merchandise? Yes and no. It is a requirement to be an IAFF-MG member to purchase and wear the IAFF-MG colors, but you do not have to be an IAFF-MG member to purchase IAFF-MG merchandise.

7. How do I order IAFF-MG colors and custom merchandise? To order online, visit the IAFF-MG Online Store or call (800) 562-5766, ext. 105.

8. What should my IAFF-MG vest look like? Visit The IAFF-MG Color Tab located in the left side navigational bar or contact IAFF-MG National Coordinator Michael J. Crouse.

9. What does “Charter Member” mean? This designation is for members who joined the IAFF-MG before September 15, 2005. These members can purchase and wear merchandise bearing this designation. It also appears on your IAFF-MG membership card. No additional Charter Members are being accepted.

10. How often must I pay dues? Dues are paid annually. You can pay your dues online or send in a check with your dues renewal form. The IAFF-MG sends out renewal notices to all IAFF-MG members every November. 

11. How are IAFF-MG events coordinated? According to the IAFF-MG Constitution and By-laws, the IAFF General President (also the President of the Motorcycle Group), with consult and advice of the IAFF District Vice President will appoint a “District Event Coordinator” for each of the 16 IAFF Districts. In addition, the General President has appointed Coordinators in each state and province to assist the District Coordinators in planning and supporting the IAFF-MG's goals and objectives. Also as mandated by the IAFF-MG's Constitution and By-laws, each District Coordinator will hold a minimum of two events annually within their respective district.

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