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April 03, 2023 - Altoona, PA

Governor Shapiro Shares Plans to Make Communities Safer, Highlights Investments in Fire and EMS Services in Visit to Altoona Fire Department

Governor Josh Shapiro highlights his plans to create safer communities by investing in Pennsylvania's 9-1-1 emergency communications system and firefighters, and emergency medical services (EMS) providers during a visit to the Altoona Fire Department. Governor Shapiro's budget proposes investments of $36 million for equipment, training, and staffing needs for firefighters and EMS providers and more than $50 million in county 9-1-1 emergency communications systems.

Governor Shapiro's first budget - a commonsense set of solutions to the most pressing issues Pennsylvanians face - makes critical investments in creating safer communities and supporting firefighters and first responders, who are on the frontlines of keeping Pennsylvanians safe.

During his visit, Governor Shapiro met with firefighters to hear firsthand about the challenges they face and learn more about the support they need from the Commonwealth.

Speakers Include:
Altoona Fire Chief Adam Free
Altoona Mayor Matt Pacifico
Acting Fire Commissioner Tom Cook
Blair County Commissioner Amy Webster
Altoona Firefighter & Western VP, PA Professional Firefighters Assoc. Pat Miller
Governor Josh Shapiro



Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro speaks with the press. Governor Josh Shapiro highlights his plans to create safer communities by investing in Pennsylvania's 9-1-1 emergency communications system and firefighters, and emergency medical services (EMS) providers during a visit to the Altoona Fire Department. Governor Shapiro's budget proposes investments of $36 million for equipment, training, and staffing needs for firefighters and EMS providers and more than $50 million in county 9-1-1 emergency communications systems. APRIL 03, 2023 - ALTOONA, PA<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22860_gov_safercomm_dz_001.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro and Fireman and dog handler J.M Smithmyer and Lucille, Altoona Fire Departments Arson Dog. Governor Josh Shapiro highlights his plans to create safer communities by investing in Pennsylvania's 9-1-1 emergency communications system and firefighters, and emergency medical services (EMS) providers during a visit to the Altoona Fire Department. Governor Shapiro's budget proposes investments of $36 million for equipment, training, and staffing needs for firefighters and EMS providers and more than $50 million in county 9-1-1 emergency communications systems. APRIL 03, 2023 - ALTOONA, PA<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22860_gov_safercomm_dz_002.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro speaks with the press. Governor Josh Shapiro highlights his plans to create safer communities by investing in Pennsylvania's 9-1-1 emergency communications system and firefighters, and emergency medical services (EMS) providers during a visit to the Altoona Fire Department. Governor Shapiro's budget proposes investments of $36 million for equipment, training, and staffing needs for firefighters and EMS providers and more than $50 million in county 9-1-1 emergency communications systems. APRIL 03, 2023 - ALTOONA, PA<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22860_gov_safercomm_dz_003.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro speaks with the press. Governor Josh Shapiro highlights his plans to create safer communities by investing in Pennsylvania's 9-1-1 emergency communications system and firefighters, and emergency medical services (EMS) providers during a visit to the Altoona Fire Department. Governor Shapiro's budget proposes investments of $36 million for equipment, training, and staffing needs for firefighters and EMS providers and more than $50 million in county 9-1-1 emergency communications systems. APRIL 03, 2023 - ALTOONA, PA<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22860_gov_safercomm_dz_004.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro watches Fireman and dog handler J.M Smithmyer and Lucille, Altoona Fire Departments Arson Dog run through a demonstration. Governor Josh Shapiro highlights his plans to create safer communities by investing in Pennsylvania's 9-1-1 emergency communications system and firefighters, and emergency medical services (EMS) providers during a visit to the Altoona Fire Department. Governor Shapiro's budget proposes investments of $36 million for equipment, training, and staffing needs for firefighters and EMS providers and more than $50 million in county 9-1-1 emergency communications systems. APRIL 03, 2023 - ALTOONA, PA<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22860_gov_safercomm_dz_005.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro and Fireman and dog handler J.M Smithmyer and Lucille, Altoona Fire Departments Arson Dog. Governor Josh Shapiro highlights his plans to create safer communities by investing in Pennsylvania's 9-1-1 emergency communications system and firefighters, and emergency medical services (EMS) providers during a visit to the Altoona Fire Department. Governor Shapiro's budget proposes investments of $36 million for equipment, training, and staffing needs for firefighters and EMS providers and more than $50 million in county 9-1-1 emergency communications systems. APRIL 03, 2023 - ALTOONA, PA<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22860_gov_safercomm_dz_006.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Altoona Fire Chief Adam Free speaks with the press. Governor Josh Shapiro highlights his plans to create safer communities by investing in Pennsylvania's 9-1-1 emergency communications system and firefighters, and emergency medical services (EMS) providers during a visit to the Altoona Fire Department. Governor Shapiro's budget proposes investments of $36 million for equipment, training, and staffing needs for firefighters and EMS providers and more than $50 million in county 9-1-1 emergency communications systems. APRIL 03, 2023 - ALTOONA, PA<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22860_gov_safercomm_dz_007.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro speaks with the press. Governor Josh Shapiro highlights his plans to create safer communities by investing in Pennsylvania's 9-1-1 emergency communications system and firefighters, and emergency medical services (EMS) providers during a visit to the Altoona Fire Department. Governor Shapiro's budget proposes investments of $36 million for equipment, training, and staffing needs for firefighters and EMS providers and more than $50 million in county 9-1-1 emergency communications systems. APRIL 03, 2023 - ALTOONA, PA<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22860_gov_safercomm_dz_008.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Acting Fire Commissioner Tom Cook speaks with the press. Governor Josh Shapiro highlights his plans to create safer communities by investing in Pennsylvania's 9-1-1 emergency communications system and firefighters, and emergency medical services (EMS) providers during a visit to the Altoona Fire Department. Governor Shapiro's budget proposes investments of $36 million for equipment, training, and staffing needs for firefighters and EMS providers and more than $50 million in county 9-1-1 emergency communications systems. APRIL 03, 2023 - ALTOONA, PA<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22860_gov_safercomm_dz_009.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro speaks with Senator Judy Ward. Governor Josh Shapiro highlights his plans to create safer communities by investing in Pennsylvania's 9-1-1 emergency communications system and firefighters, and emergency medical services (EMS) providers during a visit to the Altoona Fire Department. Governor Shapiro's budget proposes investments of $36 million for equipment, training, and staffing needs for firefighters and EMS providers and more than $50 million in county 9-1-1 emergency communications systems. APRIL 03, 2023 - ALTOONA, PA<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22860_gov_safercomm_dz_010.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Blair County Commissioner Amy Webster speaks with the press. Governor Josh Shapiro highlights his plans to create safer communities by investing in Pennsylvania's 9-1-1 emergency communications system and firefighters, and emergency medical services (EMS) providers during a visit to the Altoona Fire Department. Governor Shapiro's budget proposes investments of $36 million for equipment, training, and staffing needs for firefighters and EMS providers and more than $50 million in county 9-1-1 emergency communications systems. APRIL 03, 2023 - ALTOONA, PA<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22860_gov_safercomm_dz_011.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro stops to read the Firemans Prayer. Governor Josh Shapiro highlights his plans to create safer communities by investing in Pennsylvania's 9-1-1 emergency communications system and firefighters, and emergency medical services (EMS) providers during a visit to the Altoona Fire Department. Governor Shapiro's budget proposes investments of $36 million for equipment, training, and staffing needs for firefighters and EMS providers and more than $50 million in county 9-1-1 emergency communications systems. APRIL 03, 2023 - ALTOONA, PA<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22860_gov_safercomm_dz_012.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Altoona Fire Chief Adam Free speaks with the press. Governor Josh Shapiro highlights his plans to create safer communities by investing in Pennsylvania's 9-1-1 emergency communications system and firefighters, and emergency medical services (EMS) providers during a visit to the Altoona Fire Department. Governor Shapiro's budget proposes investments of $36 million for equipment, training, and staffing needs for firefighters and EMS providers and more than $50 million in county 9-1-1 emergency communications systems. APRIL 03, 2023 - ALTOONA, PA<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22860_gov_safercomm_dz_013.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Altoona Mayor Matt Pacifico speaks with the press. Governor Josh Shapiro highlights his plans to create safer communities by investing in Pennsylvania's 9-1-1 emergency communications system and firefighters, and emergency medical services (EMS) providers during a visit to the Altoona Fire Department. Governor Shapiro's budget proposes investments of $36 million for equipment, training, and staffing needs for firefighters and EMS providers and more than $50 million in county 9-1-1 emergency communications systems. APRIL 03, 2023 - ALTOONA, PA<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22860_gov_safercomm_dz_014.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro speaks with the press. Governor Josh Shapiro highlights his plans to create safer communities by investing in Pennsylvania's 9-1-1 emergency communications system and firefighters, and emergency medical services (EMS) providers during a visit to the Altoona Fire Department. Governor Shapiro's budget proposes investments of $36 million for equipment, training, and staffing needs for firefighters and EMS providers and more than $50 million in county 9-1-1 emergency communications systems. APRIL 03, 2023 - ALTOONA, PA<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22860_gov_safercomm_dz_015.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro speaks with the press. Governor Josh Shapiro highlights his plans to create safer communities by investing in Pennsylvania's 9-1-1 emergency communications system and firefighters, and emergency medical services (EMS) providers during a visit to the Altoona Fire Department. Governor Shapiro's budget proposes investments of $36 million for equipment, training, and staffing needs for firefighters and EMS providers and more than $50 million in county 9-1-1 emergency communications systems. APRIL 03, 2023 - ALTOONA, PA<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22860_gov_safercomm_dz_016.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Altoona Firefighter & Western VP, PA Professional Firefighters Assoc. Pat Miller speaks with .Governor Josh Shapiro Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro from the podium. .Governor Josh Shapiro highlights his plans to create safer communities by investing in Pennsylvania's 9-1-1 emergency communications system and firefighters, and emergency medical services (EMS) providers during a visit to the Altoona Fire Department. Governor Shapiro's budget proposes investments of $36 million for equipment, training, and staffing needs for firefighters and EMS providers and more than $50 million in county 9-1-1 emergency communications systems. APRIL 03, 2023 - ALTOONA, PA<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22860_gov_safercomm_dz_017.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Altoona Firefighter & Western VP, PA Professional Firefighters Assoc. Pat Miller speaks with the press. Governor Josh Shapiro highlights his plans to create safer communities by investing in Pennsylvania's 9-1-1 emergency communications system and firefighters, and emergency medical services (EMS) providers during a visit to the Altoona Fire Department. Governor Shapiro's budget proposes investments of $36 million for equipment, training, and staffing needs for firefighters and EMS providers and more than $50 million in county 9-1-1 emergency communications systems. APRIL 03, 2023 - ALTOONA, PA<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22860_gov_safercomm_dz_018.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro speaks with the press. Governor Josh Shapiro highlights his plans to create safer communities by investing in Pennsylvania's 9-1-1 emergency communications system and firefighters, and emergency medical services (EMS) providers during a visit to the Altoona Fire Department. Governor Shapiro's budget proposes investments of $36 million for equipment, training, and staffing needs for firefighters and EMS providers and more than $50 million in county 9-1-1 emergency communications systems. APRIL 03, 2023 - ALTOONA, PA<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22860_gov_safercomm_dz_019.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro and Fireman and dog handler J.M Smithmyer and Lucille, Altoona Fire Departments Arson Dog. Governor Josh Shapiro highlights his plans to create safer communities by investing in Pennsylvania's 9-1-1 emergency communications system and firefighters, and emergency medical services (EMS) providers during a visit to the Altoona Fire Department. Governor Shapiro's budget proposes investments of $36 million for equipment, training, and staffing needs for firefighters and EMS providers and more than $50 million in county 9-1-1 emergency communications systems. APRIL 03, 2023 - ALTOONA, PA<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22860_gov_safercomm_dz_020.JPG" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a>