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Fire Grants and Safety Act: Extending Funding for Firefighters and Public Safety.

This law ensures continued federal funding for fire departments by extending the authorization of appropriations for key grant programs (AFG and SAFER) through 2030, with a sunset date extended to 2032. The act also authorizes $95 million annually for the United States Fire Administration (USFA) for fiscal years 2024 through 2030. Additionally, the act mandates audits regarding barriers to accessing federal funds and an audit of the USFA.
Key points
Authorization of appropriations for firefighter grant programs (AFG and SAFER) is extended through 2030, with the sunset provision moved to 2032.
The U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) is authorized to receive $95 million annually for fiscal years 2024 through 2030.
A GAO audit is mandated to identify barriers that prevent fire departments from accessing federal funds.
Grant funds cannot be allocated to the Government of the People’s Republic of China or entities operating therein.
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Additional Information
Fire Grants and Safety Act
Print number: S 559
Sponsor: Sen. Peters, Gary C. [D-MI]
Process start date: 2023-02-28