Politics & Government
Lipinski Announces $143,182 Grant for Orland Fire Protection District
"This federal assistance will provide equipment that will help these men and women do the best possible job," stated Lipinski.
Congressman Dan Lipinski (IL-3) is announcing that the Orland Fire Protection District has been awarded $143,182 through the Department of Homeland Security's Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program. The grant will be used to help purchase new portable radios.
“Federal funding is needed to meet the increased demands being placed on our nation's first responders,” said Rep. Lipinski. “They put their lives on the line for us each and every day, so I want to do all that I can to fully support their important mission and safety. This federal assistance will provide equipment that will help these men and women do the best possible job.”
The Assistance to Firefighters Grant program provides needed federal funds to fire departments and emergency medical service organizations in order to improve the response capabilities of our nation's first responders and the safety of our communities.
