Hebbronville, TX – Today, U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) announced $1,000,000 in Congressionally directed funding for the new Jim Hogg County Emergency Operations Center (EOC). The funds will be used to provide Jim Hogg County’s fire department, emergency medical services, and emergency management services with a dedicated facility to respond to emergencies and major disasters.

The new EOC will enable first responders to provide Jim Hogg County’s residents more efficient emergency services and faster response times. With the nearest hospital approximately 1 hour away from Jim Hogg County, quick emergency response times are crucial.

“We must provide our first responders in Jim Hogg County with the best facilities possible to perform their duties efficiently and safely. The new Emergency Operations Center will enhance emergency operations and help provide faster response times to the nearly 5,000 residents of Jim Hogg County, ensuring better outcomes for those in need,” said Congressman Cuellar, a Senior Member of the House Appropriations Committee. “With this new facility, Jim Hogg County residents can have peace of mind knowing they benefit from improved emergency preparedness, safety, and assistance. Thank you to Jim Hogg County Judge Juan Carlos Guerra and Jim Hogg County Commissioners Antonio Flores III, Abelardo Alaniz, Sandalio Ruiz, and Cynthia Guerra Betancourt for working with me to secure this Congressionally directed funding. To our first responders, including our police and firefighters, thank you for your service!”

“The $1,000,000 earmark from Congressman Henry Cuellar will provide the necessary funding for our Jim Hogg County Emergency Operations Center to become a reality. The Emergency Operations Center will serve as a centralized location where first responders, emergency personnel, and resources will be coordinated efficiently to handle various types of emergencies, including natural disasters, medical emergencies, fires, and other critical situations,” said Jim Hogg County Judge Juan Carlos Guerra. “Our goal is for the Jim Hogg County Emergency Operations Center to house communication systems, equipment, and personnel trained to handle emergency situations effectively. We are convinced that the construction of this Jim Hogg County Emergency Operations Center will serve our community for many years to come. Thank you, Congressman Cuellar, on behalf of the people of Jim Hogg County!”

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