QUORUMCALL//GPT:
The U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has awarded Massachusetts fire departments a total of $15.78 million. Senators Ed Markey and Elizabeth Warren announced the grant, which aims to support the state’s firefighters and enhance public safety.
THE BREAKDOWN
– The FEMA grant will be broken down into two categories: Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG) and Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) grants.
– AFG grants totaling $11.78 million will enable fire departments to buy essential equipment, protective gear, and emergency vehicles.
– SAFER grants amounting to $4 million will help hire, recruit, and retain firefighters.
SENATORS’ RESPONSE
– Senators Markey and Warren applauded the funding, emphasizing the critical role of firefighters in ensuring public safety.
– They stressed the importance of providing firefighters with the necessary resources to perform their duties effectively.
TOPICS COVERED
#FEMA #PublicSafety #Firefighters
AUTHOR NOTE
This press release was published on the official website of Senator Ed Markey, highlighting the collaborative efforts with Senator Elizabeth Warren to secure funding for Massachusetts’ fire departments.
