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State Board for Volunteer Firefighters and Reserve Officers

Also known as: BVFF

A Washington state board that runs the Volunteer Firefighters and Reserve Officers Relief and Pension Act (RCW 41.24), which covers volunteer firefighters, volunteer EMS and reserve law officers.

For fire departments

  • Relief coverage for medical care tied to volunteer fire/EMS service, including mental health claims
  • An optional pension for volunteers
  • Handles annual disability and pension reporting fees paid by participating departments
  • PP+ online reporting portal for department administrators

Contact

bvff.wa.gov

Phone: (360) 753-7318

James R. Larson Forum Building, 605 E 11th Avenue #106, Olympia (mailing: PO Box 114, Olympia, WA 98507)

In an emergency, call 911.

From bvff.wa.gov. Last checked October 31, 2026. See something out of date? Let us know.

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