Dr. Ruiz Announces $1,500,000 in Grants to Restore Infrastructure Damaged by Wildfire
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“This grant will go a long way to restore infrastructure in parts of my district that have been damaged as a result of one of the most devastating wildfire seasons in history,” said Dr. Ruiz. “As I have done in the past, I will work to ensure our communities who are affected by wildfires receive assistance in rebuilding and our firefighters have the means necessary to reduce these disasters to save lives, property, and resources.”
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“Caltrans is committed to keeping highways open and safe for motorists,” said Caltrans Director Malcolm Dougherty. “This restoration allows for the continued use of an important and scenic corridor by Riverside County residents and tourists.”
This grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration provides funds to the California Department of Transportation to restore federal roads and highways to pre-disaster condition.
In October, Dr. Ruiz introduced bipartisan legislation that would authorize the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to proactively coordinate with states and localities on wildfire mitigation projects. The bill, which places wildfires on par with other natural disasters such as floods and tornadoes, would make states eligible to receive an additional 15 percent of the total funds FEMA allocates for fire suppression to support wildfire-mitigation efforts.
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