For Release: Wednesday, May 17, 2006
Contact: David Gillies: 202-225-5661
Washington - U.S. Congressman Jerry Costello (D-IL) announced today that the Sesser Fire Protection District has received a Commercial Equipment Direct Assistance Program grant through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. The funds will be used to purchase AMKUS - spreaders, cutters and Ram Tools.
"By better equipping our first responders we enhance community safety," said Costello. "I will continue to work to ensure that rural areas remain a priority for this funding."
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