Port security grant program

The New York City Police Department (NYPD) received a $3,462,192 Project Grant award on September 11, 2023 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) under the Port Security Grant Program (CFDA 97.056). This funding will support the NYPD's efforts to enhance maritime security capabilities and protect critical surface transportation infrastructure in the Port of New York from acts of terrorism, major disasters, and other emergencies. Typical projects funded under this program include patrol vessels, communications equipment, surveillance systems, cybersecurity enhancements, personnel hiring, plan development, maritime security training, and exercises. The award will enable the NYPD to bolster its capabilities for securing the Port of New York, the World Trade Center campus, and other high-risk assets within its jurisdiction.