Overview
- FEMA announced the $625 million grant program for the 11 U.S. host cities after DHS funding lapses slowed the process, saying reviews and approvals are now complete.
- Houston secured a $65 million award for overtime, personnel, technology and equipment across police, fire and regional law enforcement agencies.
- Massachusetts confirmed more than $46 million to support policing, emergency response, operational exercises, background checks and cybersecurity.
- Los Angeles and the Bay Area are still awaiting specific award notifications, according to California’s Office of Emergency Services, which will disburse the funds.
- The grants reimburse expenses rather than pay upfront, constraining immediate hiring and purchases, while a meeting involving President Trump, FIFA’s Gianni Infantino and White House task force head Andrew Giuliani preceded the release.