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    WASHINGTON, DC– U.S. Senator Pat Roberts (R-KS) today announced over $126,000 in three grants were awarded to Kansas firefighters to improve homeland security.

    Senator Roberts said, “I am pleased to announce these funds, which are vital to improve firefighting efforts and first responder needs in rural Kansas.  It’s imperative to support our local fire departments.”

•    Leawood Fire Department: $100,494 for Fire Operations and Safety

•    Chanute Fire Department: $12,350 for Fire Operations and Safety

•    Colwich Fire Department: $13,623 for Fire Operations and Safety

    The funds were awarded by the 2007 Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program under the United States Department of Homeland Security. The program assists rural, urban and suburban fire departments throughout the United States.

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