Jeff Bingaman United States Senator from New Mexico

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman reported today that the Department of Homeland Security has released $11.25 million in federal funds to help the state prepare for emergency situations.

"This funding will help New Mexico continue to meet the state's security needs," Bingaman said.

            The funds released today will be used for the following:

• $6.17 million to be used statewide for planning, equipment, training, and exercises needed to combat terrorism;

• $4.68 million to help enhance border security operations;

• $321,221 to help the City of Albuquerque improve preparedness to respond to mass casualty events;

• $86,500 to help San Ildefonso Pueblo implement homeland security plans.