“This competitively awarded funding allows local agencies to purchase equipment needed to enhance daily operations and improve emergency responses,” said Langevin. “Giving agencies the discretion to make improvements beyond their standard equipment only makes for safer communities.”

The Commercial Equipment Direct Assistance Program provides smaller law enforcement and emergency agencies with equipment that will enhance and support regional response, mutual aid and interoperability. CEDAP, recognizing the importance of new equipment training and education to ensure proper deployment and operation, also requires training session attendance prior to receipt of the equipment. CEDAP provides travel, lodging and a limited per diem for one agency representative to attend training.