FASTER Act

This bill authorizes a grant program for fire departments to help prevent falls among older adults and improve emergency response times for in-home emergencies. The legislation recognizes that falls are a leading cause of injury and death among seniors, and that fire departments are often first responders to these incidents. By providing federal funding, the bill aims to support fire departments in implementing fall prevention programs, conducting home safety assessments, and improving their capacity to respond quickly to emergencies involving elderly residents. The program would enable fire departments to take a more proactive role in community health and safety for the aging population.