June 27, 2023
U.S. Senators Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand announced today, that $1,223,040.65 in federal funding is going to fire departments across the state. Schumer and Gillibrand noted that $110,979.42 will go to the Hornell Fire Dept.
From Senator Schumer: “From Hornell to Hamburg, our brave firefighters are always on the front lines risking their lives to protect our communities,” said Senator Schumer. “These courageous first responders deserve all the federal support possible to ensure they have the equipment they need to keep themselves and our communities safe. I’ve fought my whole career to deliver resources for New York’s firefighters, and today’s funding will keep our fire department prepared to take on any emergency.”
From Senator Gillibrand:“New York’s firefighters work tirelessly to protect our communities,” said Senator Gillibrand. “This federal funding will provide them with the equipment, training, and resources they need to stay safe as they respond to emergency situations. I will continue working to ensure that New York’s fire departments have what they need to continue defending our communities on the front lines.”
