Increased Funding for First Responder Training
This act boosts funding for training programs for first responders like firefighters and paramedics. This means these services will be better equipped to handle various emergencies, potentially leading to greater safety and more effective assistance for citizens in critical situations.
Key points
Increased annual funding for first responder training from $36 million to $56 million.
Training funding will continue for the next five fiscal years, from 2024 through 2028.
Better trained first responders can lead to faster and more effective help in life-threatening or health-threatening situations.
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