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Grants for Fire Station Construction and EMS Facility Upgrades Nationwide.

This law establishes a federal grant program managed by FEMA to fund the construction, renovation, and modernization of fire stations and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) facilities across the nation. This funding aims to improve the safety and efficiency of local emergency services, resulting in faster and more reliable assistance for citizens. The program is authorized for $750 million.
Key points
Grants up to $7.5 million per recipient are available for building, rebuilding, or renovating fire and EMS department facilities.
Funds can be used for critical safety upgrades, including installing exhaust emission control systems, backup power, mold remediation, and modernizing living quarters for personnel.
All construction projects funded by these grants must adhere to prevailing wage requirements and utilize materials substantially manufactured in the United States.
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Status: Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_977
Sponsor: Sen. Van Hollen, Chris [D-MD]
Process start date: 2023-03-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

FIRE STATION Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_977.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-03-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Grants up to $7.5 million per recipient are available for building, rebuilding, or renovating fire and EMS department facilities.
  • Funds can be used for critical safety upgrades, including installing exhaust emission control systems, backup power, mold remediation, and modernizing living quarters for personnel.
  • All construction projects funded by these grants must adhere to prevailing wage requirements and utilize materials substantially manufactured in the United States.
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 Sen. Van Hollen, Chris [D-MD].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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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