Port security grant program

The County of Escambia Sheriff's Office was awarded a $909,754 Project Grant on September 23, 2022 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency under the Port Security Grant Program (PSGP).

The PSGP grant will support the County's efforts to enhance maritime security capabilities through funding for projects that address port security priorities as identified in Area Maritime Security Plans and/or other approved port security risk mitigation plans. As the sub-awardee, the Escambia County Sheriff's Office will deliver specific port security-related products and services to help protect critical port infrastructure and better prevent, respond to, and recover from threats and attacks.

The PSGP is one of four FEMA grant programs focused on enhancing transportation infrastructure security. This award aligns with the PSGP's goal of strengthening America's port security through funding for training, exercises, equipment, and other security enhancements that help mitigate risks to our nation's port facilities and vessels.