United States Congressman Henry Cuellar - Representing the 28th District of Texas

Washington, Jan 21 -

Congressman Henry Cuellar announced today that the Pharr Fire Department will grow by nine firefighters thanks to a grant awarded by the Department of Homeland Security’s Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response program (DHS SAFER).

Specifically, the $975,000 awarded will increase the number of firefighters from 48 to 57.

“As Chairman of the Homeland Security Subcommittee on Emergency Communications, Preparedness, and Response, I know firsthand that we have a duty to ensure that our first responders have the staff and resources they need to fight fires safely and effectively. I congratulate Pharr Mayor Leopoldo “Polo” Palacios, Members of the City Commissioners, and Fire Chief Jaime Guzman in working hard to obtain these federal dollars,” said Congressman Cuellar. “The addition of these new firefighters will help safeguard residents in the City of Pharr.”

The DHS SAFER program is a funding initiative designed to strengthen the nation’s ability to respond to fire and fire-related hazards and improve the country’s overall level of preparedness.

For more information on grants, please the Office of Congressman Henry Cuellar at (202) 225-1640.  For information on Congressman Henry Cuellar, visit his website at www.cuellar.house.gov.

Congressman Henry Cuellar is a member of the House Homeland Security and Agriculture Committees in the 111th Congress.  Accessibility to constituents, education, health care, economic development, and national security are his priorities. Congressman Cuellar is also a Senior Whip and member of the Blue Dog Coalition.

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