Jeff Bingaman United States Senator from New Mexico

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today announced that the Farmington Fire Department has been awarded a $566,088 grant through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) Assistance to Firefighters Grant program.

The grant can be used to implement operational and firefighter safety programs at fire stations.  Funds can be used for training, equipment, personal protective equipment, and modifications to fire stations and facilities.

"Fire departments provide a vital service to their communities.  This funding is an investment in the Farmington Fire Department and in the citizens that depend on it services," Bingaman said.