Department: Management and Budget
Department Head/Elected Official: Daniel Ramos, Executive Director
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Grant
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Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: N/A - Goal not applicable to request
Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request by the Office of Management and Budget for approval to submit an application to the Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice Division for grant funds in the amount of $923,376.30, with no required match, for the FY 25 Bullet Resistant Shields project.
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Background and Discussion:
The purpose of this grant program to equip peace officers with bullet resistant shields. State funds for these projects are authorized by a Budget Execution Order proposed by the Legislative Budget Board and ratified by Governor Abbott on June 28, 2022, pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section 317.002 and Section 317.00S(b). All awards are subject to the availability of appropriated funds and any modifications or additional requirements that may be imposed by law. The Public Safety Office (PSO) expects to make $4M for FY2025.
Expected Impact:
Funding for this project will provide rifle rated ballistic shield protection capabilities for certified law enforcement officers of the Harris County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) and 4 Constable's Offices, with priority to School Resource Officers and the Sergeants in charge of responding to those schools, and also for protecting Judges, Attorneys, County Employees, and other residents present at live scenes. This project will enhance the County's law enforcement response capabilities.
Alternative Options:
To forego purchase of this equipment or to seek alternate funding.
Alignment with Goal(s):
X Justice and Safety
_ Economic Opportunity
_ Housing
_ Public Health
_ Transportation
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