DOJ pledges $7 million for security at houses of worship amid heightened threats
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The Department of Justice is offering more than $7.7 million to boost security at religious facilities after a nationwide increase in active shooters and other threats against them. Faith-based institutions and police agencies can apply for up to $150,000 or $200,000 each for varying expenses related to protecting worshippers, according to the DOJ’s Wednesday funding […]
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This initiative follows a period of increased threats against religious institutions and complements the larger DHS Nonprofit Security Grant Program. The funding aims to improve physical hardening and police-religious institution partnerships.
- • The DOJ is providing $7.7 million in grants to enhance security at religious facilities and support law enforcement coordination.
- • Houses of worship can receive up to $200,000 for security technology upgrades.
- • Law enforcement agencies can receive up to $150,000 for overtime and security presence at religious sites.
This initiative follows a period of increased threats against religious institutions and complements the larger DHS Nonprofit Security Grant Program. The funding aims to improve physical hardening and police-religious institution partnerships.
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