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Funding Announcement: Body-Worn Camera Grant Program

Office of the Governor, Public Safety Office • Sep 01, 2021

Public Safety Office Expects to Make Available $10M for FY2022.

Purpose
The purpose of this announcement is to solicit applications from law enforcement agencies to equip
peace officers with body-worn cameras.

Available Funding
State funds for these projects are authorized under the Texas General Appropriations Act, Article I, Rider
35 for Trusteed Programs within the Office of the Governor. All awards are subject to the availability of
appropriated funds and any modifications or additional requirements that may be imposed by law. PSO
expects to make available $10M for FY2022.

Eligible Organizations
Applications may be submitted by the Texas Department of Public Safety, municipalities, and counties
that operate law enforcement agencies employing peace officers under Article 2.12, Texas Code of
Criminal Procedure.

All applications submitted by local law enforcement agencies/offices must be submitted by a unit of
government affiliated with the agency, including an authorizing resolution from that unit of government.
For example, police departments must apply under their municipal government, and community
supervision and corrections departments, district attorneys, and judicial districts must apply through
their affiliated county government (or one of the counties, in the case of agencies that serve more than
one county).

Application Process
Applicants must access the PSO’s eGrants grant management website at https://eGrants.gov.texas.gov
to register and apply for funding. 

Key Dates
Funding Announcement Release 09/01/2021
Online System Opening Date 09/01/2021
Final Date to Submit and Certify an Application 11/30/2021 at 5:00PM CST
Earliest Project Start Date 03/01/2022
Full Announcement
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Regional Exercise to Test Interoperability Communications Among First Responders in East Texas

By East Texas Council of Governments • 30 Apr, 2024
Texas first responders are gearing up for a communication training that will address communications interoperability during emergencies. Coordinated by the East Texas Council of Governments and the Texas Department of Public Safety – Texas Division of Emergency Management, this workshop marks a collaborative effort to bolster emergency communication systems and emphasize the importance of seamless communications in crisis situations. Over three days, from May 17th to May 19th, participants from various sectors will engage in radio communication tests, workshops on technological advancements, and discussion on the future of emergency communications. The exercise will kick off at the Tyler Junior College West Campus before transitioning to operational platforms for real-world testing. Interested participants are encouraged to register for the event at www.preparingtexas.org and search for “Regional Communications” in the main search bar to join the collective effort to enhance public safety communication across Texas and the East Texas region.
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ETCOG Adds Cherokee County to 911 Addressing Program

By East Texas Council of Governments • 03 Jan, 2024
The East Texas Council of Governments (ETCOG) has extended its 9-1-1 addressing program to Cherokee County, enhancing emergency response capabilities for the region.
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