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09.03.21

Stabenow, Peters Announce Over $73,000 in Funding for Northern Bay Ambulance in Pinconning

U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow (MI) and Gary Peters (MI) announced that Northern Bay Ambulance in Pinconning will receive $73,670 in federal funding to improve operations and safety. This funding comes from the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG) program. "Our first responders put their lives on the line to protect our families and communities," said Senator Stabenow. "These new resources will help keep the public safe and give our first respon… Continue Reading


09.03.21

Stabenow, Peters Announce Over $680,000 in Funding for Long Lake Township Fire-Rescue, Charlton Township Fire Department

U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow (MI) and Gary Peters (MI) announced that Long Lake Township Fire-Rescue and the Charlton Township Fire Department will receive federal funding to improve operations and safety. Long Lake Township Fire-Rescue will receive $598,181 for self-containing breathing apparatuses and air supply equipment to provide assistance for communities across Grand Traverse County, and the Charlton Township Fire Department will receive $82,428. This funding comes from the Federal Emerg… Continue Reading


09.03.21

Stabenow, Peters Announce Over $156,000 in Funding for Clinton Area Ambulance Service Authority, Meridian Township Fire Department

U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow (MI) and Gary Peters (MI) announced that the Clinton Area Ambulance Service Authority and Meridian Township Fire Department will receive federal funding to improve operations and safety. Clinton Area Ambulance Service Authority will receive $112,454 for new ambulance load systems, and the Meridian Township Fire Department will receive $43,819. This funding comes from the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG) program. … Continue Reading


09.03.21

Stabenow, Peters Announce Over $209,000 in Funding for Wayland Area Ambulance Service, Comstock Township Fire Department

U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow (MI) and Gary Peters (MI) announced that the Wayland Area Ambulance Service and Comstock Township Fire Department will receive federal funding to improve operations and safety. The Wayland Area Ambulance Service will receive $174,615 to replace outdated equipment, and the Comstock Township Fire Department will receive $34,870. This funding comes from the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG) program. "Our firefighters… Continue Reading


09.02.21

Peters & Stabenow Urge President Biden to Authorize Additional Disaster Assistance Resources for Southeast Michigan

U.S. Senators Gary Peters (MI), Chairman of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, and Debbie Stabenow (MI) are calling on President Biden to grant an updated request from Governor Whitmer to provide additional assistance for communities in Southeast Michigan that are still recovering from severe flooding that occurred in late June. President Biden previously approved a Major Disaster declaration for Washtenaw and Wayne Counties, but additional damage assessments have shown th… Continue Reading


09.02.21

Stabenow, Peters Announce Over $300,000 in Support for West Michigan Fire Departments

U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow (MI) and Gary Peters (MI) today announced that the Grand Rapids Fire Department will receive $284,322 and the Benton Harbor Fire Department will receive $23,809 in federal funding for fire prevention and safety. These federal funds come from the Department of Homeland Security's Fire Prevention and Safety Grant (FP&S) Program. "Our firefighters put their lives on the line to protect our families, homes, and communities," said Senator Stabenow. "These new res… Continue Reading


09.02.21

Stabenow, Peters Announce Nearly $40,000 in Support for Southeast Michigan Fire Departments

U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow (MI) and Gary Peters (MI) today announced that the Hamtramck Fire Department will receive $14,667 and the Rochester Fire Department will receive $25,238 in federal funding for fire prevention and safety. These federal funds come from the Department of Homeland Security's Fire Prevention and Safety Grant (FP&S) Program. "Our firefighters put their lives on the line to protect our families, homes, and communities," said Senator Stabenow. "These new resources w… Continue Reading


09.02.21

Stabenow, Peters Announce Over $24,000 in Support for the Stanton Township Volunteer Fire Department

U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow (MI) and Gary Peters (MI) today announced that the Stanton Township Volunteer Fire Department will receive $24,642 in federal funding for fire prevention and safety. These federal funds come from the Department of Homeland Security's Fire Prevention and Safety Grant (FP&S) Program. "Our firefighters put their lives on the line to protect our families, homes, and communities," said Senator Stabenow. "These new resources will help keep the public safe and give… Continue Reading


08.27.21

Stabenow, Peters Announce Over $100,000 in Support for Saginaw, Bay and Midland County Fire Departments

WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow (MI) and Gary Peters (MI) today announced that the Buena Vista Charter Township Fire Department will receive $66,667 and the Bay City Fire Department will receive $41,318 in federal funding to improve operations and safety for firefighters and personnel. Jerome Township Hall will receive $6,800 for fire prevention and safety. These federal funds come from the Department of Homeland Security's Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program and Fire… Continue Reading


08.27.21

Stabenow, Peters Announce Over $100,000 in Support for Deerfield Fire Department

WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow (MI) and Gary Peters (MI) today announced that the Deerfield Fire Department will receive $104,834 in federal funding to improve operations and safety for firefighters and personnel. These federal funds come from the Department of Homeland Security's Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program. "Our firefighters put their lives on the line to protect our families, homes, and communities," said Senator Stabenow. "These new resources will hel… Continue Reading


08.27.21

Stabenow, Peters Announce Over $200,000 in Support for Ahmeek Fire Department

WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow (MI) and Gary Peters (MI) today announced that the Ahmeek Fire Department will receive $213,942 in federal funding to improve operations and safety for firefighters and personnel. These federal funds come from the Department of Homeland Security's Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program. "Our firefighters put their lives on the line to protect our families, homes, and communities," said Senator Stabenow. "These new resources will help k… Continue Reading


08.27.21

Stabenow, Peters Announce Over $500,000 in Support for Fredonia Township Fire Department

WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow (MI) and Gary Peters (MI) today announced that the Fredonia Township Fire Department will receive $554,419 in federal funding to improve operations and safety for firefighters and personnel. These federal funds come from the Department of Homeland Security's Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program. "Our firefighters put their lives on the line to protect our families, homes, and communities," said Senator Stabenow. "These new resources … Continue Reading


08.27.21

Stabenow, Peters Announce Over $700,000 in Support for Fire Departments in Southeast Michigan

WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow (MI) and Gary Peters (MI) today announced that fire departments in Southeast Michigan will receive $737,272 in federal funding to improve operations and safety for firefighters and personnel. These federal funds come from the Department of Homeland Security's Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program. Superior Township Fire Department will receive $205,745. Orion Township Fire Department will receive $126,664. Applegate Volunteer Fire… Continue Reading


08.27.21

Stabenow, Peters Announce Over $100,000 in Support for Niles Township Fire Department

WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow (MI) and Gary Peters (MI) today announced that the Niles Township Fire Department will receive $109,267 in federal funding to improve operations and safety for firefighters and personnel. These federal funds come from the Department of Homeland Security's Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program. "Our firefighters in Niles put their lives on the line to protect our families, homes, and communities," said Senator Stabenow. "These new reso… Continue Reading


08.27.21

Stabenow, Peters Announce Over $7.7 Million in Funding for Genesee and Saginaw County Airports

DETROIT, MI - U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow (MI) and Gary Peters (MI) announced $7,771,550 in federal funding has been awarded to two Genesee and Saginaw County airports. Bishop International Airport in Flint will receive $1,185,989 and MBS International Airport near Saginaw will receive $6,585,561. This funding comes from the U.S. Department of Transportation and is supplemented through the historic American Rescue Plan that Peters and Stabenow helped enact earlier this year. It will allow the … Continue Reading


08.27.21

Stabenow, Peters Announce Over $5.2 Million in Funding for West Michigan Airports

DETROIT, MI - U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow (MI) and Gary Peters (MI) announced $5,288,605 in federal funding has been awarded to two airports in West Michigan. Gerald R. Ford International Airport in Grand Rapids will receive $4,882,136 and Muskegon County Airport will receive $406,469. This funding comes from the U.S. Department of Transportation and is supplemented through the historic American Rescue Plan that Peters and Stabenow helped enact earlier this year. It will allow the airports to … Continue Reading


08.27.21

Stabenow, Peters Announce Nearly $3 Million in Funding for Pellston Regional Airport

DETROIT, MI - U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow (MI) and Gary Peters (MI) announced $2,958,460 in federal funding has been awarded to the Pellston Regional Airport in Emmet County. This funding comes from the U.S. Department of Transportation and is supplemented through the historic American Rescue Plan that Peters and Stabenow helped enact earlier this year. It will allow the airport to repair and upgrade its critical infrastructure, including its runways and tarmac where aircraft are parked, board… Continue Reading


08.25.21

Senator Stabenow, U.S. Department of Agriculture Announce Dairy Donation Program

WASHINGTON-Senator Debbie Stabenow joined the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Michigan Milk Producers Association, and Food Council of Michigan to announce the establishment of a $400 million Dairy Donation Program. Under the program, eligible dairy organizations will partner with nonprofit food assistance organizations that distribute food to individuals and families in need. Those partnerships may apply for and receive reimbursements to cover some expenses related to eligible dairy … Continue Reading


08.20.21

Stabenow, Peters Announce Over $120,000 in Support for the Ogemaw County EMS Authority

WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow (MI) and Gary Peters (MI) today announced that the Ogemaw County EMS Authority will receive $121,462 in federal funding to improve operations and safety for firefighters and personnel. This federal grant comes from the Department of Homeland Security's Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program. "Our firefighters in Ogemaw County put their lives on the line to protect our families, homes, and communities," said Senator Stabenow. "These new… Continue Reading


08.20.21

Stabenow, Peters Announce Over $40,000 in Support for the Alpena Fire Department

WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow (MI) and Gary Peters (MI) today announced that the Alpena Fire Department will receive $43,810 in federal funding to improve operations and safety for firefighters and personnel. This federal grant comes from the Department of Homeland Security's Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program. "Our firefighters in Alpena put their lives on the line to protect our families, homes, and communities," said Senator Stabenow. "These new resources wi… Continue Reading

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