DHS Releases Infrastructure Protection Activities Overview
5/16/2008

FEMA’s Infrastructure Protection Activities (IPA) grant program is designed to strengthen the Nation’s ability to protect critical infrastructure facilities and systems. To see the overview of the grant program, click here. 

DHS AWARDS $844 MILLION TO SECURE NATION’S CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE
5/16/2008

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced today more than $844 million in grant awards as part of its Infrastructure Protection Activities (IPA) grant program. Grant awards will strengthen security at ports and enhance transit, trucking and intercity bus systems. Funds provided will be used to prevent, protect against, respond to and recover from terrorist attacks, major disasters and other emergencies. more

Gov. Henry applauds White House for quick approval of Ottawa County tornado aid
5/14/2008

The White House today approved Oklahoma’s request for federal disaster assistance in the Ottawa County tornado, according to Gov. Brad Henry. more

Gov. Henry Requests Federal Disaster Assistance from Pres. Bush in Aftermath of Picher Tornado
5/13/2008

In the wake of the deadly tornado that swept through the town of Picher on May 10, Gov. Brad Henry today asked Pres. Bush to provide a federal disaster declaration for Ottawa County. The designation would provide federal assistance to individuals and businesses in the tornado-ravaged area. more