WASHINGTON – January 17, 2008 – U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today announced that two New Mexico pueblos will benefit from a total of $1.2 million in grant funding from the U.S. Department of Housing’s Indian Community Development Block Grant (ICDBG) program, which helps meet the housing needs of low-income communities.
“This funding for Indian communities in the state will help meet the housing needs of many. I am pleased the federal government is making this investment in our state,” Bingaman said.
Funds were awarded to the following pueblos:
Taos Pueblo Housing Authority $825,000
Pueblo of Jemez $375,689
The ICDBG program aims to help with the development of viable Native American communities, including decent housing, a suitable living environment, and economic opportunities.
Contact:
Jude McCartin
Maria Najera
703 Hart Building
United States Senate
Washington, DC 20510
(202) 224-5521
