Washington, D.C. — The U.S. House of Representatives today voted to pass more than $2,750,000 for law enforcement and public safety projects in Virginia’s Seventh District that Congressman Eugene Vindman secured as part of a U.S. House-passed Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 appropriations bill.
“As a former prosecutor, I know we need to fund our local police to keep our community safe. That’s why I’m proud to have secured millions of dollars for our local law enforcement,” said Vindman. “This funding that I secured ensures our police have the tools they need to keep everyone safe and serve with professionalism across our district. My team and I worked with law enforcement in Virginia’s Seventh District to secure these funds, and we are grateful for their partnership.”
These investments include:
- Modernizing patrol radio systems in Stafford County;
- Installing emergency call boxes along Culpeper’s Trail Network;
- Upgrading rural communications abilities for the Caroline County Sheriff’s Office; and,
- Securing a Unified Mobile Command Center for Madison County first responders.
Vindman worked directly with local officials and community leaders across Virginia to solicit these requests, move these projects forward, and make sure they were included in this federal funding legislation. The FY2026 appropriations package now goes to the U.S. Senate for further consideration.
A summary of funding for law enforcement projects in Virginia’s Seventh District that passed in the U.S. House is below.
STAFFORD
Vindman secured $1,039,000 for the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office to replace 345 mobile radios installed in patrol vehicles. The project will enable faster and clearer communication through the new radios, allowing Stafford County Sheriff personnel to arrive quickly to dispatched locations and better provide support for and protection of life and property. These new mobile radios will bring additional features and new technology that is not available with existing radios, including a third radio frequency band, Long-Term Evolution (LTE) connection, and playback in the field.
TOWN OF CULPEPER
Vindman secured $245,000 for the Town of Culpeper to install Emergency Call Boxes throughout the Culpeper Trail Network. These solar-powered call boxes would provide direct access to emergency services, allowing users to report incidents quickly and receive immediate assistance when needed. The boxes would also be equipped with security camera monitoring capabilities, which would be strategically placed along the Culpeper Trail Network — a series of walking trails throughout the town that connect neighborhoods to downtown.
This project aims to enhance public safety and ensure peace of mind for residents and visitors using Culpeper’s parks and trails by improving response times, deterring criminal activity, and supporting a safe, accessible outdoor environment for all members of the Culpeper community.
CAROLINE
Vindman secured $967,000 for critical equipment and infrastructure upgrades for the Caroline County Sheriff’s Office. This funding will modernize the department’s radio communication system by upgrading to interoperable devices capable of working in rural areas, particularly providing reliable coverage in and around Caroline County school buildings and over school Wi-Fi. The current radios lack this capability, creating gaps in communication during emergencies. This investment addresses a significant officer safety concern while strengthening coordination and improving public safety for the broader community and local schools.
MADISON
Vindman secured $500,000 for the Madison County Sheriff’s Office to purchase and deploy a Unified Mobile Command Center. This vehicle would be used by all Madison County first responders to establish operational command, communications, and coordination between agencies during critical events. It will provide resources supporting the individual needs of law enforcement, emergency medical services, and fire personnel in a collaborative setting — such as search and rescue missions, large event security, and major crime scenes.
BACKGROUND
For FY2026 the U.S. House of Representatives reopened the Community Project Funding process, allowing Members of Congress to request targeted federal investments for local projects. Congressman Vindman worked closely with community leaders across Virginia’s Seventh District to identify and submit requests that reflect the needs of the region.
Community Project Funding is designed to strengthen the federal appropriations process by centering local input and collaboration. Through this process, Members of Congress partner directly with the communities they represent to advance projects that are planned, supported, and led at the local level.
To qualify, projects must be submitted by a locality or non-profit and meet the eligibility requirements of existing federal grant programs. Submissions must demonstrate strong community support, ensuring that funded projects are responsive to local needs and have backing from the communities they serve.
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