HARRISBURG – Fire companies and EMS agencies throughout Schuylkill County were awarded state grants totaling over $1.6 million to assist with their important mission to protect public safety, according to Sen. Dave Argall (R-29), Rep. JoAnne Stehr (R-107), Rep. Jamie Barton (R-124), and Rep. Tim Twardzik (R-123). A total of 101 agencies in Schuylkill County received grant funding.
“I’m thankful so many local fire and EMS companies were awarded these highly competitive funds,” said Argall. “These grants are well-deserved and will help our brave first responders with their critically important and dangerous jobs.”
“This grant funding will provide vital support to the heroic first responders in our community,” Stehr said. “Our dedicated firefighters and EMS personnel work tirelessly to keep our communities safe. They deserve the best equipment and training available.”
“I’ve met with many EMTs, paramedics and firefighters, and I know they stand ready to help the rest of us at a moment’s notice,” Barton said. “They’ve made it clear to me that in order for them to continue their brave service, they need help, so getting this funding to our first responders is important for everyone.”
“As an advocate for the safety and well-being of our communities, I am thrilled to hear about the substantial grant funding awarded to benefit our fire and EMS departments,” said Twardzik. “This funding will significantly bolster our first responders’ capabilities, ensuring they have the necessary resources to continue performing their life-saving services. Our local emergency teams are looking for new volunteers so please contact your local firehouse or our district office to learn how you may be of assistance.”
This funding was awarded through the Fire Company and Emergency Medical Services Grant Program, as created by the General Assembly. Funds can be used to upgrade facilities, purchase new equipment, reduce debt, train members, recruit and retain first responders, and more.
CONTACT: Jim Brugger (Argall)
Will Jones (Stehr, Twardzik)
Jake Gillespie (Barton)