Public Alert Radios for Schools
Public alerts and warnings can be disseminated nationwide, regionally, or locally.
This program will: a) expand delivery of public alert services to designated schools; and b) enhance and strengthen
The Department of Homeland Security has three primary missions: Prevent terrorist attacks within the United States, reduce America's vulnerability to terrorism and minimize the damage from potential attacks and natural disasters.
Program Accomplishments
Not applicable.
Uses and Use Restrictions
Property grants to provide Public Alert Radios to schools in designated geographic areas.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicant Eligibility
Schools located in geographic locations identified by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
Beneficiary Eligibility
Students (K-12).
Credentials/Documentation
Not applicable.
Aplication and Award Process
Preapplication Coordination
None.
This program is excluded from coverage under E.O.12372.
Application Procedures
Public Alert Radios will be provided on the basis of available funding to the schools located in geographic locations identified by DHS.
Award Procedures
Radios will be distributed to selected schools accompanied by a letter, and a brochure explaining the program's purpose and use of the radio. Recipients will be instructed to respond by e-mail to confirm receipt and acceptance of property, and to agree that the radios will be used to receive 'all hazards' public warnings.
Deadlines
Not applicable.
Authorization
Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act.
Range of Approval/Disapproval Time
Not applicable.
Appeals
Not applicable.
Renewals
Not applicable.
Assistance Considerations
Formula and Matching Requirements
Not applicable.
Length and Time Phasing of Assistance
Not applicable.
Post Assistance Requirements
Reports
Eligible schools who receive a public alert radio, will respond by e-mail to the administering program office, confirming receipt of the Public Alert Radio and acceptance for its intended use.
Audits
Not applicable.
Records
Not applicable.
Financial Information
Account Identification
70-5609-1-1-000.
Obigations
FY 07 $2,929,847; FY 08 est $1,500,000; and FY 09 est not available.
Range and Average of Financial Assistance
Not applicable.
Regulations, Guidelines, and Literature
None.
Information Contacts
Regional or Local Office
None.
Headquarters Office
Department of Homeland Security, 245 Murray Lane SW, Bldg. # 410, Washington, DC 20528.
Criteria for Selecting Proposals
DHS will determine the allocation of radios based on the funding and the schools located in the geographic areas designated by DHS, eligible to receive a public alert radio.
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