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Stabenow, Levin Announce Over $370k for Fire Safety
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WASHINGTON
— U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) and Carl Levin (D-MI) announced
today that six Michigan organizations have been awarded $374,137 through
the Department of Homeland Security Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program
(AFGP). The funding will be used to support operations and firefighter
safety and to purchase firefighting vehicles
“The brave men and women that serve Michigan as firefighters and first responders protect families and communities in great times of need,” said Stabenow. “These grants assist firefighters and first responders in their vital mission by providing them with the best possible equipment and training.” “Firefighters and first responders are vital to the safety and security of our local communities,” said Levin. “We owe it to these men and women to provide them with the best possible training and equipment so they can effectively do their jobs and protect Michigan families.” The AFGP awards grants directly to fire departments and EMS organizations to improve the effectiveness of operations and health and safety programs, and to establish or expand fire prevention programs throughout the United States. Grants are awarded competitively through an application process. More information can be found at http://www.firegrantsupport.com/. Individual grant awards can be found in the table below. Organization Location Program
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