For Release: Wednesday, September 5, 2007
Contact: David Gillies: 202-225-5661

LOCAL FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICTS RECEIVE FIREFIGHTERS GRANTS

Washington - U.S. Congressman Jerry Costello (D-IL) announced today that two area fire protection districts have received Assistance to Firefighters grants through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.  Costello cosponsored the legislation that created the Assistance to Firefighters program. 

"Properly equipping our first responders is one of our most important national priorities," said Costello.  "Our firefighters risk their lives protecting our communities and we owe them our full support."

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