WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Today the House passed a measure reauthorizing the FIRE Act grant programs.
The bill sets aside $1B for AFG and $1.2M for SAFER annually through 2014.
The legislation, which passed by a 395-31 vote, includes the establishment of a survey to determine if departments are adhering to safety practices; OKs funds for river rescue operations; and authorizes grant money to be spent for equipment that conserves water.
