On the recordFebruary 13, 2017
Funding for these important grant programs has been delayed repeatedly in past years because we have not adhered to a regular budget and appropriations schedule.
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congress.govFunding for these important grant programs has been delayed repeatedly in past years because we have not adhered to a regular budget and appropriations schedule.
Funding delays for firefighter grants due to budget issues affect fire departments nationwide.
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