Jeff Bingaman United States Senator from New Mexico

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today announced that the U.S. Department of Justice is releasing funding he helped secure to support the efforts of the New Mexico Sheriff and Police Athletic League (NMPAL).

Bingaman helped secure $275,000 in the fiscal year 2010 spending bill that funds the Justice Department.

"New Mexico PAL supports positive youth activities that give kids opportunities to succeed.  I am always pleased to support this effective program," Bingaman said.

The funds will be used to reduce negative behaviors and promote healthy behavioral patterns among New Mexico's youth by providing recreational, educational, and cultural activities.  NMPAL will be serving boys and girls between the ages of 6-18.