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Grants for Fire Station and EMS Facility Construction and Upgrades

This act establishes a federal grant program to fund the construction, renovation, and upgrade of fire and emergency medical services (EMS) facilities. This aims to improve working conditions for firefighters and EMS personnel, directly leading to faster and more effective emergency response for citizens. Funds can be used for improvements like exhaust emission control systems, backup power, and adapting living quarters for all personnel.
Key points
Grants available for career, volunteer, and combination fire departments, as well as non-affiliated EMS organizations (excluding for-profit entities) for facility construction and upgrades.
Funds can be used for building new facilities, renovations, installing exhaust emission control systems, backup power, HVAC upgrades, mold remediation, and modifying living quarters for male and female personnel.
Requires adherence to the two most recently published building codes and standards, including fire safety and infection control programs.
Ensures equitable distribution of funds among different types of fire and EMS departments, with a maximum award of $7.5 million per recipient.
Mandates prevailing wage rates for construction workers and prioritizes the use of US-produced construction materials.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_3728
Sponsor: Rep. Pascrell, Bill, Jr. [D-NJ-9]
Process start date: 2021-06-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To provide grants for fire station construction through the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_3728.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-06-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Grants available for career, volunteer, and combination fire departments, as well as non-affiliated EMS organizations (excluding for-profit entities) for facility construction and upgrades.
  • Funds can be used for building new facilities, renovations, installing exhaust emission control systems, backup power, HVAC upgrades, mold remediation, and modifying living quarters for male and female personnel.
  • Requires adherence to the two most recently published building codes and standards, including fire safety and infection control programs.
  • Ensures equitable distribution of funds among different types of fire and EMS departments, with a maximum award of $7.5 million per recipient.
  • Mandates prevailing wage rates for construction workers and prioritizes the use of US-produced construction materials.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Pascrell, Bill, Jr. [D-NJ-9].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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