Jeff Bingaman United States Senator from New Mexico

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today announced that the Portales Fire has been awarded a $95,000 grant through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) Assistance to Firefighters Grant program.

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

"This grant will allow the Portales Fire Department to invest in training and equipment necessary to respond to the community's fire and safety needs," Bingaman said.

Bingaman is a strong supporter of the Assistance to Firefighters programs, which provide much-needed federal assistance to local fire departments for equipment, training, and fire prevention campaigns.