Intercity Passenger Rail-Amtrak (IPR) Program
Opportunity Information
IPR Program provides funding to the National Passenger Railroad Corporation (Amtrak) to protect critical surface transportation infrastructure and the traveling public from acts of terrorism and to increase the resilience of the Amtrak rail system. https://www.fema.gov/intercity-passenger-rail-amtrak
IPR Program provides funding to the National Passenger Railroad Corporation (Amtrak) to protect critical surface transportation infrastructure and the traveling public from acts of terrorism and to increase the resilience of the Amtrak rail system. https://www.fema.gov/intercity-passenger-rail-amtrak
Program Amount
$10,000,000
Application Deadline
5/14/2021
Cooperative Agreement between FEMA and Amtrak
All funds are awarded to Amtrak
Eligible Applicants
Private operators providing transportation by an over-the-road bus in UASI jurisdiction
Objectives
Funds transportation infrastructure security activities for the Amtrak System
Planning
Security plans; protocols; education; outreach
Training and Exercises
Crew communication and coordination; emergency preparedness drills and exercises
Equipment
Related to interoperable communications, maintenance and sustainment, construction / renovation of communication towers
NOFO Language
IPR priorities include: 1) Enhancing cybersecurity; 2) Enhancing the protection of soft targets/crowded places; and 3) Addressing emerging threats. Likewise, there are several enduring security needs that crosscut the homeland security enterprise. The following are second-tier priorities that help recipients implement a comprehensive approach to securing critical transportation infrastructure: 1) Effective planning; 2) Training and awareness campaigns; 3) Equipment and capital projects; and 4) Exercises.
Interpretation
While NG911 is not specifically mentioned, NG911 strategic planning and implementation activities may be eligible.