Homeland security grant program

The Federal Emergency Management Agency awarded $4,937,750 to the Mississippi Department of Public Safety, Division of Mississippi Highway Patrol, on October 1, 2025, under the Homeland Security Grant Program (CFDA 97.067). The award supports State, Local, Tribal, Territorial (SLTT) government efforts to prevent terrorism and prepare the Nation for threats and hazards that pose the greatest risk to the security of the United States, including efforts to achieve core capabilities related to preventing, preparing for, protecting against, mitigating and responding to acts of terrorism. The period of performance runs from October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026, with place of performance in Jackson, Mississippi 39205.

The Treasurer Mississippi Office of State, Accounting Department, serves as the parent fiscal administrator for this award, managing grant administration and ensuring compliance with federal requirements. The Mississippi Highway Patrol Division operates as the direct recipient and implementing agency for the funded activities.