ICYMI: Vindman Presents Caroline County Sheriff’s Office with $967,000 for Public Safety Upgrades

Washington, D.C. - On Friday, February 28, Congressman Eugene Vindman (Va.-07) joined the Caroline County Sheriff's Office to celebrate $967,000 in federal funding heading to the sheriff's office for critical equipment and infrastructure upgrades.

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.

"I was proud to secure $967,000 in federal funding for the Caroline County Sheriff's Office as part of the broader investments I helped deliver for local law enforcement agencies across Virginia's Seventh District," said Vindman. "These investments will strengthen public safety infrastructure while supporting the deputies who serve our communities with professionalism and dedication every day. By working closely with the Caroline County Sheriff's Office, we ensured these dollars address critical equipment and infrastructure needs for Caroline County."

"Communications is the backbone of public safety and plays a critical role in protecting our citizens, our Deputies, and our Fire and Rescue personnel," said Caroline County Sheriff Scott Moser. "Thanks to the hard work and dedication of the Office of Eugene Vindman, Caroline County has secured the funding necessary to replace aging radios that had reached the end of their service life and were beginning to fail.

I am incredibly proud that we are now able to provide our public servants with reliable, modern equipment. Without this funding, replacing these critical communication tools would not have been possible. This investment directly enhances the safety, efficiency, and effectiveness of those who serve and protect our community every day."

The Congressman was joined by Caroline County Sheriff Moser, Supervisor Floyd Thomas, and Caroline County Sheriff's Office Deputies.

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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