Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Grant Programs Directorate (GPD) 101 Overview Brief Atlanta, GA January 23, 2014
Grant Programs Directorate The purpose of FEMA s Grant Programs Directorate (GPD) is to strategically and effectively administer and manage FEMA grants to ensure critical and measurable results for customers and stakeholders. Our mission is to manage federal assistance to measurably improve capability and reduce the risks the Nation faces in times of man-made and natural disasters. The focus of GPD is to: Provide exceptional customer service to all grantees, as well as internal and external partners Establish and promote consistent outreach and communication with state, local, territorial and tribal stakeholders Ensure transparency in the grant process Enhance the Nation's level of preparedness and the public's ability to prevent, protect, mitigate, respond to and recover from all hazards
Grant Focus Areas Homeland Security Ensures the combined expertise and capabilities of Federal, State, territorial, tribal and local governments, and community-based and private organizations are utilized effectively across all hazards planning and response Transportation Enhances the security and preparedness of the Nation s ports of entry and mass transportation systems to protect the traveling public Fire Provides equipment, resources and training to enhance fire departments and community organizations ability to protect the public and their staff from fire related hazards and injuries Preparedness Supports communication interoperability, information sharing, critical infrastructure hardening, and emergency management resources and personnel Presenter s Name June 17, 2003
Preparedness Grant Programs Homeland Security Transportation Fire Preparedness Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP) State Homeland Security Program (SHSP) Urban Areas Security Initiatives (UASI) Operation Stonegarden (OPSG) Tribal Homeland Security Grant Program (THSGP) Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) Transit Security Grant Program (TSGP) Intercity Passenger Rail Security Grant Program (IPR) Port Security Grant Program (PSGP) Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG) Fire Prevention and Safety (FP&S) Staffing for Adequate Fire & Emergency Response (SAFER) Emergency Management Performance Grants (EMPG) Presenter s Name June 17, 2003 4
Core Capabilities List PREVENT PROTECT MITIGATE RESPOND RECOVER Planning Planning Planning Planning Planning Public Information and Warning Public Information and Warning Public Information and Warning Public Information and Warning Public Information and Warning Operational Coordination Operational Coordination Operational Coordination Operational Coordination Operational Coordination Forensics and Attribution Access Control and Identity Verification Community Resilience Critical Transportation Economic Recovery Intelligence and Information Sharing Cybersecurity Long-Term Vulnerability Reduction Environmental Response / Health and Safety Health and Social Services Interdiction and Disruption Intelligence and Information Sharing Risk and Disaster Resilience Assessment Fatality Management Services Housing Screening, Search and Detection Interdiction and Disruption Physical Protective Measures Risk Management for Protection Programs and Activities Screening, Search and Detection Supply Chain Integrity and Security Threats and Hazard Identification Infrastructure Systems Mass Care Services Mass Search and Rescue Operations On-Scene Security and Protection Operational Communications Public and Private Services and Resources Infrastructure Systems Natural and Cultural Resources Public Health and Medical Services Situational Assessment 5
Preparedness Expenditures Planning Assists grantees in developing policies and procedures to coordinate and execute tasks for all hazards management Organization Ensures grantees possess the right resources, leadership, and organizational structure to best protect against major incidents Equipment Exercises Fosters opportunities to demonstrate, evaluate, and improve the combined capability of the Nation s first responders and local communities Provides tools and materials to execute missions; without radios, generators, and rescue vehicles, emergency responders lack the means to carry out tasks Training Prepares the public and first responders to act in a coordinated fashion in a time of emergency Presenter s Name June 17, 2003
HSGP Historical Funding 2007-2012 SOLUTION AREA 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Total PLANNING $339,968,872.78 $349,234,277.33 $362,960,964.69 $360,054,336.15 $297,521,472.73 $183,082,672.58 $1,892,822,596.26 ORGANIZATION $60,039,138.23 $31,554,374.76 $45,414,211.24 $82,159,680.16 $69,594,793.83 $76,552,848.19 $365,315,046.41 EQUIPMENT $982,355,820.97 $1,071,973,608.60 $1,059,094,332.51 $1,054,402,138.19 $646,070,160.77 $367,898,817.88 $5,181,794,878.92 TRAINING $146,779,934.60 $122,058,700.62 $130,271,975.03 $117,411,794.53 $127,767,097.14 $82,168,186.15 $726,457,688.07 EXERCISES $37,423,231.91 $41,070,649.06 $35,043,794.93 $35,049,693.70 $34,871,599.13 $21,185,278.22 $204,644,246.95 MANAGEMENT & ADMINISTRATION $53,146,310.84 $57,164,738.07 $49,361,306.44 $68,969,461.21 $51,056,396.52 $29,906,653.15 $309,604,866.23 TOTAL $1,619,713,309.33 $1,673,056,348.44 $1,682,146,584.84 $1,718,047,103.94 $1,226,881,520.12 $760,794,456.17 $8,680,639,322.84 *The Homeland Security Grant Program (Includes SHSP, UASI, LETPP, CCP, MMRS & OPSG)
FY 2012-2013 Preparedness Grant Program Funding Summary Program FY 2012 FY 2013 Delta ($) Delta (%) (Delta / FY 2012 Allocation) Urban Areas Security Initiative (UASI) $490,376,000 $558,745,566 $68,369,566 14% Emergency Management Performance Grants (EMPG) $339,500,000 State Homeland Security Program (SHSP) $294,000,000 Port Security Grant Program (PSGP) $97,500,000 Transit Security Grant Program (TSGP) $87,500,000 Operation Stonegarden (OPSG) $46,600,000 Intercity Passenger Rail (Amtrak) $10,000,000 UASI Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) $10,000,000 Tribal Homeland Security Grant Program (THSGP) $6,000,000 National Special Security Event (NSSE) Program $7,500,000 Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program (AFGP & FP&S) $337,500,000 $332,456,012 $354,644,123 $93,207,313 $83,716,813 $55,000,000 $9,490,500 $10,000,000 $10,000,000 $4,619,706 $320,920,083 ($7,043,988) -2% $60,644,123 21% ($4,292,687) -4% ($3,783,187) -4% $8,400,000 18% ($509,500) -5% $0 0% $4,000,000 67% ($2,880,294) -38% ($16,579,917) -5% Staffing for Adequate Fire & Emergency Response (SAFER) $337,500,000 $320,920,083 ($16,579,917) -5% Total $1,388,976,000 $2,153,720,199 $89,744,199 4% Presenter s Name June 17, 2003
Grant Program Recipients Program Grant Recipient State Homeland Security Program (SHSP) Urban Areas Security Initiative (UASI) UASI Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) Operation Stonegarden (OPSG) Tribal Homeland Security Grant Program (THSGP) Emergency Management Performance Grants (EMPG) Transit Security Grant Program (TSGP) Intercity Passenger Rail (Amtrak) Port Security Grant Program (PSGP) AFG & SAFER State Administrative Agency (SAA) Directly Eligible Tribes SAAs and Emergency Management Agencies (EMAs) Public Transit Agencies Amtrak Fiduciary Agents and Eligible Port Areas Fire Departments Presenter s Name June 17, 2003
Major FY 2013 Highlights Building from FY 2012, priorities within each grant program are aligned to support the implementation of the National Preparedness System in support of building and sustaining core capabilities across the five mission areas and based on allowable costs In recognition of limited resources and in support of the vision of the National Preparedness Grant Program, each program reflects the Department s intent to build and sustain an integrated network of national capabilities across all levels of government and the whole community, with the Strengthening Governance Integration program priority To ensure resources are targeted to support the most critical needs of a community based on riskdriven, capabilities-based estimations and planning, the Threat and Hazard Identification Risk Assessment (THIRA) is prominently noted in most programs, and expands to the Capability Estimation process as a requirement in the larger HSGP portfolio Grantees are encouraged to build and sustain core capabilities which will include a combination of organizational resources, equipment, training, and exercises
HSGP Current Funding Priorities Implementation of PPD-8 and the Whole Community Approach to Security and Emergency Management Completion of Threat and Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (THIRA) by December 31, 2013 Planning Emergency Operations Plans (EOPs) and compliance with FEMA s Comprehensive Planning Guides (CPGs) Organization Typing of Equipment and Training - NIMS Building and Sustaining Law Enforcement Terrorism Prevention Capabilities Suspicious Activity Reporting (SAR) See Something Say Something campaign Countering Violent Extremism (CVE) activities Maturation and Enhancement of State and Major Urban Area Fusion Centers Building and Sustaining Core Capabilities
FY 2013 HSGP/State Homeland Security Program (SHSP) Program Overview FY 2012 FY 2013 Purpose: HSGP is the primary funding mechanism for building and sustaining national preparedness capabilities. The HSGP is comprised of three interconnected grant programs: SHSP, UASI, and OPSG Eligibility: The State Administrative Agency (SAA) is the only entity eligible to apply for and administer FY 2013 HSGP funds. $294,000,000 Base $281,097,433 Discretionary - $73,546,690 $354,644,123 Program Highlights The State and territory minimums were calculated based on post-rescission, post-sequester funding numbers for all appropriated dollars under 9/11 Act Sec 2003 and 2004 (SHSP, UASI, OPSG, THSGP, NSGP). In addition, the total amount of post-rescission, post-sequester discretionary funding allocated to those programs ($180M) is also included in the calculation of minimums SHSP received a 44% reduction from FY 2011 to FY 2012. The FY 2013 funding amount represents a 20% increase over FY 2012 FY 2013 SHSP and UASI grant guidance will indicate that the additional discretionary funding is intended to support: o Innovation and Sustained Support for the National Campaign for Preparedness o Improve Immediate Emergency Victim Care at Mass Casualty Events
FY 2013 HSGP/Urban Areas Security Initiative (UASI) Program Overview FY 2012 FY 2013 Purpose: HSGP is the primary funding mechanism for building and sustaining national preparedness capabilities. The HSGP is comprised of three interconnected grant programs: SHSP, UASI, and OPSG. Eligibility: The State Administrative Agency (SAA) is the only entity eligible to apply for and administer FY 2013 HSGP funds. Program Highlights $490,376,000 Base - $468,855,167 Discretionary - $89,890,399 $558,745,566 There is a Congressionally-mandated maximum of 25 Urban Areas that are eligible for FY 2013 UASI funding The top 25 Urban Areas represent 80.8% of nationwide risk according to the DHS risk formula UASI received a 26% reduction from FY 2011 to FY 2012. The FY 2013 funding amount represents a 13.9% increase over FY 2012 FY 2013 SHSP and UASI grant guidance will indicate that the additional discretionary funding is intended to support: o Innovation and Sustained Support for the National Campaign for Preparedness o Improve Immediate Emergency Victim Care at Mass Casualty Events
FY 2013 HSGP/Operation Stonegarden (OPSG) Program Overview FY 2012 FY 2013 Purpose: OPSG is intended to enhance cooperation and coordination among Federal, State, territorial, tribal, and local law enforcement agencies in a joint mission to secure the United States borders along routes of ingress from international borders to include travel corridors in States bordering Mexico and Canada, as well as States and territories with international water borders Eligibility: Eligible applicants include local units of government at the county level and federally-recognized tribal governments in the States bordering Canada (including Alaska), southern States bordering Mexico, and States and territories with international water borders $55M is the same as the FY 2011 OPSG funding level 21 States applied for funding in FY 2013 Program Highlights $46,600,000 Base - $42,638,503 Discretionary - $12,361,497 $55,000,000 FY 2013 allocations - 80% to the Southwest, 16.3% to the Northern, and 3.71% to the Coastal Border Regions Total number of Counties funded in: FY 2013: 129 FY 2012: 121 FY 2011: 111 FY 2010: 102 FY 2009: 88 11
FY 2013 Tribal Homeland Security Grant Program (THSGP) Program Overview FY 2012 FY 2013 Purpose: THSGP provides supplemental funding to directly eligible Tribes to help strengthen the Nation against risks associated with potential terrorist attacks Eligibility: THSGP provides funding to directly eligible Tribes, as determined by the 9/11 Act criteria $6,000,000 Base - $5,694,300 Discretionary - $4,305,700 $10,000,000 Program Highlights FY 2013 Tribal award recipients will be required to submit a THIRA as part of their award. THIRAs will not be required to be submitted at application. (This was recommended but not required in FY 2012) FY 2012 50 Tribes submitted THSGP applications (88 Investments) requesting $21,174,154 in funding. All 50 Tribes were deemed eligible for funding and forwarded to peer review Of the 50 Tribes, 23 (31 Investments) received funding: 15 Tribes that did not receive previous THSGP funding, since its inception in FY 2008, received FY 2012 funding. 4 Tribes who received FY 2011 funding and applied during FY 2012 did not receive an award. The average allocation was $260,870 15
FY 2013 Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) Program Overview FY 2012 FY 2013 Purpose: NSGP provides funding support for target hardening activities to nonprofit organizations that are at high risk of terrorist attack and located within one of the 25 UASI-eligible Urban Areas Eligibility: The SAA is the only agency eligible to apply for FY 2013 NSGP funds on behalf of nonprofit organizations as described under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 and exempt from tax under section 501(a) of such Code Program Highlights There are no proposed changes to eligibility or program priorities $10,000,000 Base - $9,490,500 Discretionary - $509,500 $10,000,000 FY 2012 A total of 824 IJs were submitted to FEMA requesting over $56.5 million in Federal funding 100% (22 out of 22) of eligible States applied 100% (31 out of the 31) of eligible UASI Urban Areas applied At least one application from each submitting Urban Area advanced to the Federal review A total of 251 applications advanced to the Federal review requesting over $17.3 million in Federal funding In FY 2012, nonprofit organizations that were deemed at higher risk of a terrorist attack due to their ideology, beliefs, or mission were prioritized for funding 16
FY 2013 Emergency Management Performance Grants (EMPG) Program Overview FY 2012 FY 2013 Purpose: The EMPG Program provides assistance to State and local governments in enhancing and sustaining all-hazards emergency management capabilities. Eligibility: Either the SAA or the State s EMA are eligible to apply directly to FEMA for EMPG Program funds on behalf of State and local emergency management agencies, however only one application will be accepted from each State or territory. Program Highlights $339,500,000 $332,456,012 Requires EMPG Program recipients to belong to or be located in EMAC membership states in support of the NPG. This requirement excludes American Samoa and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands Tribal governments currently (by law) not eligible as direct grantees under EMPG 17
EMPG Historical Funding Fiscal Year 2007 2007 Supp. 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Total Allocation Amount Allocated $194,000,000 $50,000,000 $291,450,000 $306,022,500 $329,799,991 $329,040,400 339,500,000 $1,839,812,891 18
Port Security Grant Program (PSGP) Program Overview FY 2012 FY 2013 Purpose: PSGP provides funding for transportation infrastructure security investments to support implementation of Area Maritime Transportation Security Plans (AMSP) and facility security plans; and to address specific Coast Guard identified port security vulnerabilities Eligibility: Port authorities, facility operators, and State and local government agencies required to provide port security services; located within the 8 port areas designated as Group I or other ports under an AMSP, which are designated as Group II Program Highlights $97,500,000 $93,207,313 Eligible applicants apply directly to FEMA for funding and compete for funding within their Port Groupings. Program is fully competitive within each group FY 2013 Funding Priorities: Enhancing Maritime Domain Awareness Enhancing Improvised Explosive Device (IED) and Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, Explosive (CBRNE) prevention, protection, response, and supporting recovery capabilities Port Resilience and Recovery Capabilities Training and Exercises Equipment associated with Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) Implementation Cybersecurity 19
Transit Security Grant Program (TSGP) Program Overview FY 2012 FY 2013 Purpose: TSGP provides grant funding to owners and operators of transit systems to protect critical surface transportation infrastructure and the traveling public from acts of terrorism, major disasters, and other emergencies Eligibility: Eligible transit agencies are determined based on daily unlinked passenger trips (ridership) and transit systems that serve historically eligible UASI jurisdictions Program Priorities: Operational activities Training (basic before follow-on) Drills and Exercises Vulnerability Assessments and Security Plans Public Awareness Campaigns Program Highlights Remediation of Risks Associated with Critical Assets Operational Packages Canine Teams Mobile Explosive Screening Teams Anti-Terrorism Teams Directed Patrols on Overtime Sustainment of existing capabilities/programs Other Capital Security Projects Capital projects that do not fall under the above categories will be considered based on Project Groups $87,500,000 $83,716,813 20
Intercity Passenger Rail (IPR) - Amtrak Program Overview FY 2012 FY 2013 Purpose: The IPR Program creates a sustainable, risk-based effort to protect critical surface transportation infrastructure and the traveling public from acts of terrorism, major disasters, and other emergencies within the Amtrak rail system. Eligibility: The National Passenger Railroad Corporation (Amtrak) is the only entity eligible to apply for funding under the FY 2013 IPR program. Program Highlights $10,000,000 $9,490,500 Five projects were reviewed and approved for FY 2012: Communications and Situational Awareness (CCTV): $2,000,000 Planning and Assessments: $2,500,000 Infrastructure Protection Hardening: $3,000,000 Operational Packages and Equipment Sustainment : $500,000 Training, Public Awareness and Exercises: $2,000,000 21
FY 2013 National Security Special Event Grant Program (NSSE) Program Overview FY 2012 FY 2013 Purpose: NSSE Grant Program provides supplemental Federal assistance to reimburse State and local governments for certain actual costs associated with providing emergency management, public safety, and security during the preparation and conduct of an NSSE* Eligibility: All 56 States and territories and local governments that host an NSSE are eligible FY 2013 Changes There are no significant changes being proposed to the FY 2013 NSSE program $7,500,000 $4,619,706 FY 2012 NSSE funding ($7.5M) was awarded to Chicago to support security measures at the NATO event *The Secretary of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security designates events of national significance as NSSEs based on factors including, but not limited to: anticipated attendance by U.S. officials and foreign dignitaries; the size of the event; and, the significance of the event. By statute, the United States Secret Service (USSS) is designated as the lead Federal agency for planning, coordinating, and implementing security operations at NSSEs, in accordance with 18 U.S.C. 3056. The FY 2013 NSSE Grant Program was developed by FEMA in coordination with USSS 22
FY 2013 Assistance to Fire Fighter Grant Program (AFG) Program Overview FY 2012 FY 2013 Purpose: To provide grants directly to fire departments and nonaffiliated emergency medical services (EMS) organizations to enhance their ability to protect the health and safety of the public, as well as that of first-responder personnel, with respect to fire and fire-related hazards. The AFG is comprised of three interconnected grant programs: AFG, Fire Prevention and Safety (FP&S), and Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER). Eligibility: AFG: Nonprofit fire departments and nonaffiliated EMS organizations, and other national special interest organizations. FP&S: Nonprofit organizations, including fire departments; national, regional, state, and local organizations; and organizations recognized for their experience and expertise in firefighter safety, health, and wellness research and development activities. SAFER: Nonprofit fire departments and statewide or local volunteer firefighter associations AFG: $337,500,000 (includes FP&S: $35,000,000) SAFER: $337500000 AFG: $320,920,083 (includes FP&S: $35,000,000) SAFER: $320,920,083 23
AFG Current Funding Priorities AFG Firefighter and EMS Training Firefighting and EMS Equipment Firefighter and EMS Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Firefighter and EMS Wellness and Fitness Modifications to Fire Stations and Facilities Emergency Vehicles FP&S Fire prevention and safety activities in the following areas: general education and awareness, code enforcement and awareness, fire and arson investigation, and national/state/regional programs and studies Firefighter safety research and development projects in the following areas: clinical studies, technology and product development, database system development, dissemination and implementation research, and preliminary studies. SAFER Rehiring laid-off firefighters Retention of firefighters facing layoffs Hiring new firefighters Recruitment and retention of volunteer firefighters 24
AFG Historical Funding Fiscal Year 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 *AFG (appropriated) $547,000,000 $560,000,000 $565,000,000 $420,000,000 $404,190,000 $337500000 $320,920,083 SAFER (appropriated) $115,000,000 $190,000,000 $210,000,000 $420,000,000 $404,190,000 $337500000 $320,920,083 * These totals include the amounts allocated to FP&S. In FY 2007, the total allocated to FP&S from AFG funding was $32 million. In FY 2008 2013 the total allocated from AFG to FP&S each year was $35 million. 25
FEMA/GPD Risk Methodology FEMA utilizes a comprehensive risk methodology to determine the eligibility and target allocations for the State Homeland Security Program (SHSP) and the Urban Areas Security Initiative (UASI). In addition, the Port Security Grant Program (PSGP) and Transit Security Grant Program (TSGP) use elements of risk, in conjunction with Transportation Security Agency (TSA) and U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) analysis, to determine eligibility and funding amounts. Relative risk / risk-informed Annual risk review process 9/11 Act data requirements 9/11 Act funding requirements Policy decisions 26
SHSP and UASI Risk Formula SHSP and UASI Risk Threat (30%) x Vulnerability (20%) x Consequence (50%) Domestic & International Terrorism Attacks & Disrupted Plots Credible Intent Targeted Infrastructure Index (10%) Border Index (10%) Population Index (30%) x Population Density Population Census Commuters Visitors Known or Suspected Terrorist Presence International Borders Border Crossings International Waters Economic Index (13%) National Infrastructure Index (5%) National Security Index (2%) Gross Domestic Product Level 1 Count Level 2 Count Military Personnel DIB Count 27
PSGP Risk Formula PSGP Risk Threat (30%) x Vulnerability (20%) x Consequence (50%) Domestic & International Terrorism Vulnerability Index (20%) Population Index (2%) Economic Index (18%) National Infrastructure Index (20%) National Security Index (10%) Attacks & Disrupted Plots Credible Intent Known or Suspected Terrorist Presence x Ferry Passengers Cruise Ship Passengers Foreign Vessel Calls HAZMAT Population HAZMAT Volume Population Census Commuters Visitors Domestic Cargo Volume International Cargo Volume Container Cargo Volume International Cargo Value Petroleum Deliveries Maritime Infrastructure (MSRAM) (USCG) Naval Presence Naval Priority Military Personnel Population 28
TGSP Risk Formula TSGP Risk Rail (95%) Bus (5%) Threat (30%) x Vulnerability (20%) x Consequence (50%) Threat (30%) x Vulnerability (20%) x Consequence (50%) Domestic & International Terrorism Attacks & Disrupted Plots Credible Intent Known or Suspected Terrorist Presence Base Assessment (10%) TTAL Count (10%) Population Index (25%) APTA Passenger Trips National Infrastructure Index (25%) Underground Track Miles Domestic & International Terrorism Attacks & Disrupted Plots Credible Intent Known or Suspected Terrorist Presence Base Assessment (10%) TTAL Count (10%) Population Index (25%) APTA Passenger Trips 29
FY 2013 National Preparedness Grant Program (NPGP) Outlines a vision for bold grant program reform Focus on building and sustaining core capabilities identified in the National Preparedness Goal (NPG) Consolidation of 16 current grant programs into a comprehensive single program (excluding EMPG and Fire grants) Respects the historical impact EMPG and Fire grants have on grantees, which are intentionally and directly targeted to support unique emergency management and fire service priorities EMPG is authorized under the Stafford Act for emphasis on all-hazards and to ensure State and local governments have a trained, professional EM staff NPGP consolidates previous terrorism-focused grants into one new grant program that will be complemented by EMPG and AFG Consolidation helps drive efficiency in grant investments while operating in a constrained budget environment Building a robust national preparedness capacity based on cross-jurisdictional and readily deployable State and local capabilities Funding allocations based on filling gaps in national preparedness, prioritized core capabilities, and comprehensive threat/risk assessments and gap analyses Ensuring the grant funded expenditures are contributing to national preparedness 30
Contact Information Michael Gillenwater Director Preparedness Grants Division Michael.Gillenwater@fema.dhs.gov 202-786-9720 Corey Walz Program Analyst Preparedness Grants Division Corey.Walz@fema.dhs.gov 202-786-9668 31
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