AUSTIN — The state Public Safety Office will administer more than $500 million in grant funding for a variety of public safety programs and services in Texas, including victims services, anti-human trafficking efforts, border security, and law enforcement support.
The grant funding is made possible through a combination of federal and state dollars.
“Ensuring the safety and security of Texans is our top priority in Texas,” Gov. Greg Abbott said.
“These public safety grants will provide critical funding to strengthen Texas agencies and organizations as they work to secure the border, prevent human trafficking, ensure justice for victims, and protect Texans from dangerous criminals and violence,” Abbott added.
The grants recently released include, but are not limited to, funding for the following: Body-Worn Camera: 98 awards totaling $4.6 million to equip peace officers with body-worn camera systems to document investigative activities.
Border Fire Zone: 22 awards totaling $3.1 million to assist professional fire departments in the border region with the acquisition of specialized equipment and medical supplies to support emergency services associated with the execution of activities that deter crime in the border region.
Bullet Resistant Shields: 100 awards totaling $4.9 million to equip peace officers with bullet resistant shields.
Bullet Resistant Vests: 113 awards totaling $1.8 million to provide peace officers with rifle-resistant body armor to prevent loss of life during tactical and emergency response operations.
Crime Stoppers Assistance: 33 awards totaling $364,000 to strategically support, expand, and fund local certified Texas Crime Stoppers organizations that help protect Texas communities.
District Attorney Forensic Evidence Testing: Five awards totaling $519,000 to reimburse district attorney offices for costs associated with the forensic analysis of physical evidence.
Homeland Security: 316 awards totaling $56.5 million to help prevent terrorism and prepare for the threats and hazards that pose the greatest risk to the security of Texas and its citizens. These projects fund equipment, planning, training, exercises, and other activities for local, regional, and state-level agencies and strengthen core capabilities outlined in the National Preparedness Goal.
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