HB 2446
An Act amending Title 35 (Health and Safety) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in Commonwealth services, establishing the Fire Company Transformational Grant Program.
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Bill overview
This bill establishes the Fire Company Transformational Grant Program, which will provide up to $30 million annually from the Property Tax Relief Reserve Fund to help fire companies across Pennsylvania modernize and improve their operations. Grants can be used for purchasing equipment, renovating facilities, funding retention programs, and covering staffing costs. The program requires applicants to meet specific criteria, including active participation in a fire reporting system and proper registration with a public safety answering point.
Key provisions
- Establishes the Fire Company Transformational Grant Program with $30 million in annual funding.
- Grants can be used for equipment purchases, facility renovations, and recruitment programs.
- Grants can cover staffing costs, excluding overtime.
- Applicants must be actively participating in a fire reporting system and registered as a response agency.
- Grants are awarded on a reimbursement basis, except for advanced payments when needed.
- Grant amounts range from $100,000 to $1,000,000, with a higher maximum for consolidated fire companies.
- The Office of the State Fire Commissioner will administer the program and issue guidelines.
- Annual reports detailing grant activities will be submitted to legislative committees and posted on the Office’s website.
Who is affected
- Municipal Fire Companies
- Volunteer Fire Companies
- Combination Fire Companies
- Local Governments
- Firefighting Personnel
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Benjamin Sanchez
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