FIGHTING FOR FIRST RESPONDERS

"We must protect our protectors with more than just words —we must protect them with the best equipment, training and resources. – U.S. Senator Barbara A. Mikulski (D-Md.)  

Fighting for Firefighters    
·  Created the Assistance to Firefighter Grant Program
·  Secured more than $77 million for Maryland's firefighters for equipment, 
   training and fire safety education   
·  Fought for a Hazardous Substance Training Program to educate firefighters about health risks  

Fighting for Local Law Enforcement  
·  Secured more than $4 billion for first responder grants since 2001
·  Supported legislation to improve communication between first responders  

Fighting to Improve Emergency Preparedness  
·  Fighting to ensure the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has the resources it 
   needs to respond to emergencies nationwide
·  Working to reform FEMA by:   
       - Establishing FEMA as an independent agency to maximize effectiveness 
       - Requiring that FEMA leadership have a background in crisis management and emergency response

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