Port security grant program

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) awarded a $804,736 Port Security Grant Program (CFDA 97.056) project grant to the Saint Bernard Port Harbor & Terminal District in Chalmette, Louisiana on September 11, 2023. This funding will support the port authority's efforts to enhance maritime security capabilities and protect critical transportation infrastructure from acts of terrorism, major disasters, and other emergencies. Typical projects funded through the PSGP include patrol vessels, communications equipment, surveillance systems, cybersecurity enhancements, personnel hiring, plan development, maritime security training, and exercises. Saint Bernard Port Harbor & Terminal District has received over $4.8M in PSGP grants since 2019 and has also been a sub-recipient on various recovery and reconstruction projects to repair and improve its port facilities following natural disasters.