10/04/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/04/2024 18:10
Washington D.C. - Today, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) announced more than $24.7 million in federal funding from the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) to address crime and public safety across Alabama's 7th Congressional District and in the State of Alabama. This comprehensive investment will support law enforcement, crime prevention, victim assistance, and emergency management programs across the Northern District of Alabama.
"I am thrilled to announce that the City of Birmingham, Jefferson County, the Alabama Department of Commerce, ADECA, and ALEA will receive $24.7 million in grant funding from the DOJ's Office of Justice Programs, " said Rep. Sewell. "These critical grants will ensure that local law enforcement agencies and community organizations have the resources they need to break the cycle of violence, prevent crime, and save lives. They will go a long way in making our communities safer for our children and families. I was so proud to advocate for this funding at the federal level and will continue working with our state and local partners to keep Alabamians safe."
Rep. Sewell announced the following DOJ grants for communities in Alabama's 7th Congressional District:
Birmingham and Jefferson County
Rep. Sewell announced the following DOJ grants for state agencies:
The Alabama Department of Commerce
Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA)
Alabama State Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA)
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