U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers Honored With Safety Award In Trussville

TRUSSVILLE, AL — The Fire Equipment Manufacturers’ Association recently selected U.S. Congressman Mike Rogers of Alabama’s third district for its 2021 Life Safety Advocate Award.

The congressman received the award during an event Tuesday at Amerex Corporation, a manufacturer of fire extinguishers and fire suppression systems, in Trussville.

“As the ranking member of the armed services committee, Rep. Rogers has worked tirelessly to ensure the safety of our nation’s service members by keeping fire extinguishers on all military installations,” Guy Jones, president of the Fire Equipment Manufacturers’ Association, said in a news release. “The Fire Equipment Manufacturers’ Association appreciates all Rep. Rogers’ efforts, and we congratulate him on this award.”

The association's annual Life Safety Advocate Award is given to a person who has demonstrated a commitment to enhancing the safety of the public through innovative efforts, including legislative, educational, enforcement or other effective means.

The Alabama congressman was first elected to Congress in 2002. He is a sixth generation East Alabamian and son of a firefighter. He has been married to his wife, Beth, for more than 35 years; they have three children.

The Fire Equipment Manufacturers’ Association is a more than 80-year-old non-profit trade association dedicated to saving lives and protecting property by providing education of a balanced fire protection design.