June 14, 2025

Federal Funds Awarded to Local VFDs

VFDs

Rep. Steny H. Hoyer announced that $707,877.04 in federal funding has been awarded to seven fire departments in Charles and St. Mary’s counties. The funding will enhance emergency response capabilities through equipment upgrades.

Cobb Island Receives Assistance to Firefighters Grant

Assistance to Firefighters

Cobb Island Volunteer Fire Department and EMS receive a $217,715 firefighter grant as Congressman Steny H. Hoyer moves, with bilateral support, to reauthorize and increase funding to the federal grant programs. Re-authorization details here.

Hughesville VFD Awarded Federal Grant

VFDs

Congressman Steny H. Hoyer has announced a $20,275 federal grant has been awarded to the Hughesville Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad. The grant is coming through the Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program.