OpportunityTitle: Fiscal Year 2009 Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG)
CategoryExplanation: Homeland Security - Preparedness
AdditionalInformationOnEligibility: The Governor of each State and territory is required to designate a State Administrative Agency (SAA) to apply for and administer the funds awarded under EMPG.  The SAA is the only entity eligible to apply to FEMA for EMPG funds on behalf of State and local emergency management agencies.
Description: An all-hazards approach to emergency response, including the development of a comprehensive program of planning, training, and exercises, provides the foundation for an effective and consistent response to any threatened or actual disaster or emergency, regardless of the cause. As appropriated by the Consolidated Security, Disaster Assistance, and Continuing Appropriations Act of 2009 (Public Law 110-329), the FY 2009 EMPG provides $306,022,500 to assist State and local governments to enhance and sustain all-hazards emergency management capabilities.* Please note that these required forms may fall under either the mandatory or optional document headings in the application package. Please reference the grant guidance document for instructions and specific information regarding attachments. Required Forms: EMPG Work PlanStandard Form 424, Application for Federal Assistance, Standard Form 424A, Budget Information, Standard Form 424B Assurances, Standard Form 424C, Budget Information &#150; Construction Programs, ifapplicable, Standard Form 424D, Assurances &#150; Construction Programs, if applicable, Standard Form LLL, Disclosure of Lobbying Activit
GrantorContactEmailDescription: askcsid@dhs.gov
GrantorContactText: Centralized Scheduling &amp; Information Desk (CSID) Help Line &lt;br/&gt;(800) 368-6498 &lt;br/&gt;
CloseDateExplanation: Applicants are advised to carefully review the submission requirements contained within the FY 2009 Emergency Management Performance Grant Guidance and Application Kit.