U.S. Congressman Andy Barr has announced a federal grant of $130,000 for the Stamping Ground Volunteer Fire Department (SGVFD) in Kentucky. The funding comes from the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program and will be used to replace outdated equipment with new personal protective gear and self-contained breathing apparatuses.
The new equipment is expected to improve the department’s emergency response capabilities in Stamping Ground and Scott County by meeting important safety needs, enhancing response times, and offering better protection for both residents and volunteer firefighters.
Congressman Barr stated, “Our firefighters put their lives on the line every single day to keep our communities safe. Securing this grant ensures that the Stamping Ground Volunteer Fire Department has the modern tools and equipment they need to respond quickly and safely when emergencies strike. I’m proud to support their lifesaving mission and will continue working with local applicants to ensure our first responders have the resources they deserve. I also want to thank Chief Bob Hendricks of SGVFD for his leadership and dedication in advocating for his department and the community.”
Chief Bob Hendricks responded, “Firefighters know that Congressman Andy Barr has our back. We greatly appreciate his support and leadership helping bring this grant to our department. We will use this grant to keep our community safe.”
Barr continues efforts to secure AFG funding for small and rural fire departments, emphasizing their importance in public safety across Kentucky’s Sixth Congressional District.
Andy Barr has served as U.S. Representative for Kentucky’s 6th district since 2013, after succeeding Ben Chandler (source). He previously held a seat in the Kentucky House of Representatives (source). Born in Lexington in 1973, Barr currently resides there at age 49 (source). He graduated from the University of Virginia with a bachelor’s degree in 1996 and earned a law degree from the University of Kentucky College of Law in 2001 (source).
