Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson Announces $51,810 Federal Grant to the City of Wilmer Fire Department

DALLAS, TX – Today, Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson announced that the City of Wilmer was awarded $51,810 in Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) funding from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).  The funds will be used toward the City's improved response capabilities and to more effectively protect the health and safety of the public and emergency response personnel:

“The announcement of this award is excellent news for the Wilmer Fire Department,” said Congresswoman Johnson. “Every day our firefighters risk their lives to keep us safe, so it is important that we make every effort to support the important work and service they provide to our communities. This department is well-deserving of this competitive grant that will be used to improve their ability to perform their jobs safely and effectively. I am very proud of the men and women who serve at the Wilmer Fire Department for their selfless service they provide. As a senior Texas member of Congress, I will continue to push for additional resources and support.”

This grant was awarded as a part of FEMA’s Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program. Since 2001, AFG has helped firefighters and other first responders obtain critically needed equipment, protective gear, emergency vehicles, training and other resources required to protect the public and emergency personnel from fire and related hazards. Congresswoman Johnson has been a strong advocate for grants to local first responders in the 30th Congressional District.

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