The Natural Resources South Carolina Department received a $628,920 Project Grant award from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) under the Port Security Grant Program (CFDA 97.056). This grant, with a performance period from September 1, 2024 to August 31, 2027, will support the department's efforts to enhance maritime security and protect critical transportation infrastructure across the state of South Carolina. Typical funded activities under this program include procuring patrol vessels, communications equipment, surveillance systems, conducting cybersecurity upgrades, hiring personnel, developing security plans, and providing maritime security training and exercises. The grant award demonstrates FEMA's commitment to strengthening state and local maritime security capabilities to mitigate potential terrorist attacks, major disasters, and other emergencies affecting U.S. ports and transportation assets.
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