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Statement by Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff on Homeland Security Grant Funding for High-Risk Non-Governmental Organizations

Release Date: 07/13/06 00:00:00

For Immediate Release
Office of the Press Secretary
Contact: 202-282-8010
July 13, 2006

This year's Homeland Security Grant Program includes approximately $25 million for non-governmental organizations and the faith-based community to help with security measures they deem appropriate in response to a potential threat.  Yesterday, I personally directed that these resources be made available and promptly and appropriately allocated.  

This department is steadfast in its commitment to effective risk management, and this decision is driven by that very premise.  We will free up these funds and award them to appropriate parties based on risk, so that these organizations and their members can take important precautionary and preventative measures that strengthen baseline security in their communities.  

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