Public Safety
Public Safety is a top priority for local and state government agencies, encompassing the protection of citizens through law enforcement, emergency response, and crime prevention strategies. Effective public safety measures are essential for maintaining order and ensuring the well-being of communities. This directory offers articles on public safety and related topics like Emergency Management, which focuses on preparing for and responding to natural disasters, public health crises, and other emergencies that impact community safety.
Retired public safety workers and teachers plan to sue again, citing the Medicare Advantage Plan’s pre-authorization requirements
Documents show Kansas City’s civil rights department investigated and substantiated her complaints that her supervisor “taunted and terrorized her”
The $25 million bipartisan proposal would provide emergency funding primarily to rural services at risk of shutting down
AFG is currently accepting fire grants applications. Our expert guest columnist offers tips, and FEMA is hosting application webinars throughout January 2018.
A FEMA fire prevention grant will fund a national education program on the importance of home sprinklers.
The SLIGP 2.0 is funding for public safety broadband grants, a federal program created to increase communications between first responders.
The BJA is awarding local JAG grants to governments with programs addressing issues in law enforcement, education, drug treatment and more.
The BJA is accepting JAG applications for grants for officer health and safety, reducing gun violence, border security and other programs.
Expansion of CALPIA’s computer coding program aims to lower recidivism rates by providing rehabilitation and job opportunities to female inmates.
Here’s what local governments need to know about certifying compliance with Section 1373 for 2017 U.S. Department of Justice COPS grants.
Nine intermediary and 23 community-based organizations received millions in grants for workforce reentry programs in areas with high poverty and crime.
COPS hiring grants can be used for new recruits, or to rehire police officers laid off due to government budget cuts.
Port Security Grants from FEMA for 2017 are anticipated to be $100 million and announced next month with applications due in June.
Rural community facilities like health clinics and schools and public safety programs are eligible for millions in approved 2017 USDA funds
Local police departments can partner with state law enforcement agencies on grant applications for the COPS anti-heroin task force program addressing illegal opioid distribution.
Under CARA, there is new grant funding local governments can use to train and supply EMS and others in emergency opioid overdose response.
Community policing grants are open to government agencies, profit and nonprofit institutions community groups and faith-based organizations.
Find out which grants can help local governments prepare for terrorism response, including $2 million for inner city buses and millions for port and transportation security.
Miami Dade County, Fla., will establish a special Miami veterans court with federal grant funding and support from the local military affairs board.
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