MIKULSKI, CARDIN ANNOUNCE $50,000 FOR PRINCESS ANNE VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANY

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Barbara A. Mikulski and Benjamin L. Cardin (both D-Md.) announced today that the Princess Anne Volunteer Fire Company has been awarded a $50,000 USDA Rural Development grant to replace old, worn emergency equipment with safer, up-to-date gear that will provide a greater level of protection for volunteer firemen and first responders.

“I know how important this funding is to Maryland communities – often it’s the difference between life and death. If you are willing to put your life on the line every day, you should never feel short-changed by your government,” Senator Mikulski said. “I am proud to fight for federal investments like this one which will enable the brave men and women at the Princess Anne Volunteer Fire Company to have the equipment they need when they need it. Maryland’s first responders can count on me to provide federal funding for the equipment, training and services they need and deserve.”

“First responders are on the front lines every day, keeping our families and our neighborhoods safe from harm. I thank these brave men and women for their continuing service and sense of duty to our community,” said Senator Cardin. “I am proud to support federal investment in the Princess Anne Volunteer Fire Co. so that it will have the equipment and resources needed to keep the community safe.”

The Princess Anne Volunteer Fire Company will use the funding to purchase a brush truck, skid unit, and other firefighting equipment.

The Rural Development grant program was created to improve the economy and quality of life in rural America. The program helps support essential services and infrastructure improvements, and promotes economic development by supporting loans to businesses through banks and community-managed lending pools.