[Federal Register Volume 69, Number 97 (Wednesday, May 19, 2004)]
[Notices]
[Page 28944]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 04-11428]


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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

Transportation Security Administration


Intercity Bus Security Grant Program: Application Notice 
Describing the Program and Establishing the Closing Date for Receipt of 
Applications Under the Intercity Bus Security Grant Program

AGENCY: Transportation Security Administration (TSA), DHS.

ACTION: Notice inviting applications under the Intercity Bus Security 
Grant Program.

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SUMMARY: The purpose of the Intercity Bus Security Program is to 
improve security for intercity bus operators and passengers.
    The Intercity Bus Security Grant Program improves security for 
operators and passengers by providing bus security enhancements and 
training to bus companies and others. Competitive grant funding is used 
to address a wide variety of security needs including driver 
protection, tracking and communications with over-the-road buses, 
passenger and baggage screening, security assessments and/or 
development of security plans, and training for transportation 
personnel to recognize and respond to criminal attacks and terrorist 
threats. The grants will also fund physical security enhancements such 
as fencing, lighting, and surveillance equipment at locations where 
buses are parked and maintained. Funds in the amount of $9,900,000 
appropriated from Public Law 108-90, ``Department of Homeland Security 
Appropriations Act, 2004,'' are being awarded under the Intercity Bus 
Security Grant Program.

DATES: Applications must be received by Wednesday, July 7, 2004, 4 p.m. 
eastern daylight saving time.

ADDRESSES: Information about this funding opportunity and the 
application material are available through the TSA Internet site at 
http://www.tsa.gov under Industry Partners (select Maritime and Land 
Security Grants, then Intercity Bus Security Grants) and at http://www.fedgrants.gov. A paper copy of the application forms and 
instructions may be obtained by calling Elizabeth Dorfman at 571-227-
2190 or by sending a written request to Elizabeth Dorfman. See contact 
information below for address.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Elizabeth Dorfman, Office of Maritime 
and Land Security, TSA-8, Transportation Security Administration, 601 
South 12th Street, Arlington, VA 22202-4220; telephone: (571) 227-2190, 
e-mail: [email protected].

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Total anticipated funding available for the 
Intercity Bus Security Grant Program is $9,900,000. Awards under this 
program are subject to the availability of funds.

    Issued in Arlington, Virginia, on May 17, 2004.
Marianna L. Merritt,
Chief of Staff, Office of Maritime and Land Security, Transportation 
Security Administration.
[FR Doc. 04-11428 Filed 5-17-04; 1:51 pm]
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