Congressman Hamadeh Request for Funding for Arizona’s Congressional District Eight Advances
WASHINGTON D.C. - Congressman Abe Hamadeh (AZ-08) is proud to announce that the U. S. House of Representatives voted this week in favor of over $7,000,000 in funding for projects in Arizona's Congressional District 8, keeping his promise to local first responders and our nation’s veterans to fight for them.
Funding recipients include:
Police Helicopter - City of Peoria $2,850,000
Funds will be used to purchase a Police Helicopter for the City of Peoria’s Public Safety Aviation Unit. The helicopter will enhance operational capabilities by delivering rapid and reliable air support, bolstering public safety infrastructure, and addressing the increasing safety demands of the West Valley.
Law Enforcement Simulator Training Equipment - City of Phoenix $1,900,000
Funds will be used to purchase a Helicopter Training Simulator for the Phoenix Police Department’s Air Support Unit. The simulator will be used as a resource to train and equip the Air Support Unit’s flight crews. This will enable the unit to fulfill its mission of public safety and effective deployment of resources, enhancing capabilities for preserving life and property, suppressing crime, and encouraging community engagement.
Police Cruisers - City of Surprise $999,000
Funds will be used by the Surprise Police Department to purchase 15 up-fitted Police Cruisers to support the Police Departments efforts to prevent crime, improve public safety, and enhance operational effectiveness.
Police Radio Equipment Upgrades - City of Glendale $1,000,000
Funds would be used by the Glendale Police Department to outfit their officers with the latest radio technology. As their current technology approaches its end-of-life, the risk of equipment malfunction or failure increases significantly. The purchase of new radios would not only increase communication from the field but passively allows officer safety data such as location to be collected as well. This funding request would increase public safety and the safety of their officers.
Veterans Legal Services Hub - ASU $500,000
Funds will be used by the Arizona State University Veterans Legal Service Hub to enhance justice and public safety by providing free legal assistance to veterans. The Hub will address service-connected criminal charges, discharge upgrades, disability claims, and broader legal matters for veterans at Arizona State University and across Arizona.
“I am grateful that the City of Phoenix is poised to receive these federal funds to modernize how we train our police officers,” Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego said. “By equipping the Phoenix Police Department with state-of-the-art training technology, we will improve decision making, reduce operational costs, and strengthen public safety. Investing in advanced simulation technology helps our officers train safely, effectively, and with the highest level of preparedness for situations they may encounter on the job. I urge the Senate to pass this critical funding.”
“Thank you, Congressman Hamadeh, for your efforts to support local law enforcement here in Glendale,” said Mayor Jerry P. Weiers. “The federal appropriation toward new police radios for the Glendale PD will enhance local capabilities and help make our neighborhoods safer.”
“The passage of this earmark is a win for public safety in Surprise," said Mayor Kevin D. Sartor. "With this funding, we can modernize our police fleet and better support the officers who protect our community. I thank Congressman Abe Hamadeh for his partnership and support.”
“Congressman Hamadeh’s support for Peoria’s Aviation Unit demonstrates a real commitment to our city and the safety of our residents,” stated Peoria Mayor Jason Beck. “Securing federal support for local priorities like this makes a tangible difference in our police and fire response capabilities. We’re grateful for Congressman Hamadeh’s continued partnership and advocacy on behalf of Peoria in Washington.”
“Our officers depend on their patrol vehicles every shift. This funding will help ensure they have safe, dependable cruisers so they can focus on protecting our residents without concern about equipment reliability,” stated Surprise Police Chief Evan Becher.
“On behalf of Arizona State University’s more than 24,000 veterans and military-connected learners, I sincerely thank Rep. Abe Hamadeh for his leadership and support of those who have served our nation,” said Shawn Banzhaf, Pat Tillman Veterans Center executive director. “This Veterans Legal Services Hub at ASU’s West Valley campus will remove critical legal barriers, helping veterans and their families resolve issues related to service, housing, and justice so they can focus on successful transitions to civilian life.”
“As a veteran myself, I am proud to see that my colleagues demonstrated that they share my commitment to providing our nation’s veterans with the justice they so richly deserve through today’s vote,” said Congressman Hamadeh referring to ASU’s Veterans Legal Services Hub.
“I’m proud to have secured more than $7 million in federal funding for critical projects that will strengthen our local law enforcement agencies, allowing for increased training of our law enforcement professionals and giving them the equipment they need to proudly serve our residents,” said Congressman Hamadeh. “Now, it is up to our senators to do their job and get this to President Trump’s desk.”