Hillsborough Sun

On June 22, 2023 the New Hampshire delegation announced that over $300,000 in Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG) program funding is headed to the Chichester and Bartlett Fire Departments. The AFG program provides direct financial assistance to eligible fire departments to enhance the safety and training of firefighters.

Chichester Fire and Rescue Department will receive $44,780.95 to invest in firefighter turnout gear. Bartlett Fire Department in Glen, NH will receive $289,095.23 to purchase a firefighter breathing apparatus and a breathing air compressor.

“Firefighters across New Hampshire put themselves in harm’s way every day to keep our communities safe - whether they’re responding to emergencies, providing lifesaving care, or helping our communities combat the opioid epidemic,” said Congressman Pappas. “I am pleased that these grants have been awarded, and I remain committed to returning federal dollars to the First District so that our first responders can get the training, equipment, and funding they need to do their jobs safely.”

"Granite State firefighters play an instrumental role in protecting our local communities— it’s essential they have the resources they need to stay safe on the job,” said Senator Shaheen. “I’m glad that over $300,000 in federal funding is headed to support equipment upgrades for the Chichester and Bartlett Fire Departments. As a senior member of the Senate committee that writes our government funding legislation each year, I’ll continue working to ensure federal resources are available to firefighters in New Hampshire and across the nation.”

“New Hampshire fire fighters put themselves in harm’s way every day, and it is critical that they have access to the resources and trainings that they need,” said Senator Hassan. “I’m glad to see this funding go to Chichester Fire-Rescue and the Bartlett Fire Department to help them access the most up-to-date equipment. As a senior member of the Homeland Security Committee, I have helped increase AFG funding for fire departments, and I continue to work to extend the AFG program so that fire fighters across New Hampshire can continue to get the equipment that they need to keep our communities safe.

“New Hampshire’s firefighters put themselves in harm’s way each and every day to keep our communities safe. It is essential they have the tools, equipment, and support they need to do their jobs safely,” said Congresswoman Annie Kuster. “I am glad to see these critical resources heading to our state to ensure first responders have the gear they need and I will continue working to deliver for our firefighters.”

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