The Tennessee Emergency Management Agency (TEMA) received a $12,865,262 Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), with a performance period of October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2027. This CFDA 97.042 Project Grant supports TEMA's comprehensive emergency management capabilities, including emergency planning, training, exercises, personnel, equipment, and administrative costs related to disaster preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation efforts across Tennessee. Through this award, TEMA will enhance the state's ability to prevent, prepare for, respond to, and recover from all types of disasters and emergencies, with a focus on addressing evolving threats and risks associated with climate change. In addition, TEMA will provide sub-awards to local governments, nonprofits, and other state entities to implement emergency management initiatives at the community level.
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