The National Fire Protection Association’s Board of Directors has extended President James M. Shannon’s term for an additional two years. Shannon will remain in the position through June 2014.

Shannon was scheduled to complete his second five-year term in June 2012. Prior to becoming president, he served as senior Vice president and general counsel having begun his employment at NFPA in 1991.

During his tenure, Shannon has expanded the influence of NFPA through several key NFPA advocacy initiatives including: home fire sprinklers, fire-safe cigarettes, wildfire issues and electric-vehicle safety training.