Homeland security grant program

The Federal Emergency Management Agency awarded the Texas Office of the Governor $115,879,636 under the Homeland Security Grant Program (CFDA 97.067) on October 1, 2025, for the period through September 30, 2026. The award, classified as a formula grant, supports state-level efforts to prevent terrorism and prepare for threats and hazards posing the greatest risk to U.S. security. The recipient administers the grant through its Criminal Justice Division from Austin, Texas, and distributes funds to local governments, law enforcement agencies, nonprofits, and tribal organizations across the state for initiatives including border security, cybersecurity enhancements, nonprofit security, mental health crisis intervention training, victim services, substance abuse treatment in correctional facilities, and violence prevention programs. The Homeland Security Grant Program funds State, Local, Tribal, and Territorial government efforts to achieve core capabilities in preventing, preparing for, protecting against, mitigating, and responding to acts of terrorism.