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Increased Funding for Fire Services: Support for Firefighters and Safety

This act extends funding for the U.S. Fire Administration and firefighter assistance and prevention programs. This means local fire departments will have continued access to resources for equipment, training, and personnel, directly improving public safety and emergency response capabilities.
Key points
Extends funding for the U.S. Fire Administration until 2030, with an annual budget of $95 million from 2024.
Reauthorizes firefighter assistance and fire prevention and safety grant programs until 2032, ensuring ongoing support for local services.
Reauthorizes the Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) grant program until 2032, helping maintain adequate staffing levels in fire departments.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_9245
Sponsor: Rep. Golden, Jared F. [D-ME-2]
Process start date: 2022-10-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Fire Grants and Safety Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_9245.

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 2022-10-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Extends funding for the U.S. Fire Administration until 2030, with an annual budget of $95 million from 2024.
  • Reauthorizes firefighter assistance and fire prevention and safety grant programs until 2032, ensuring ongoing support for local services.
  • Reauthorizes the Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) grant program until 2032, helping maintain adequate staffing levels in fire departments.
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. Golden, Jared F. [D-ME-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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