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| 97.028 EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE (EMI)_RESIDENT EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM |
| FEDERAL AGENCY |
| DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY |
| AUTHORIZATION |
| Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, 42 U.S.C. 5121 et seq.; National Security Act of 1947, 50 U.S.C. 401 et seq.; Defense Production Act of 1950, as amended, 50 U.S.C. App. 2061 et seq.; Earthquake Hazards Reduction Act of 1977, as amended, 42 U.S.C. 7701 et seq. |
| OBJECTIVES |
| To improve emergency management practices among State, local and tribal government managers, and Federal officials as well, in response to emergencies and disasters. Programs embody the Comprehensive Emergency Management System by unifying the elements of management common to all emergencies: planning, preparedness, mitigation, response, and recovery. |
| TYPES OF ASSISTANCE |
| Training. |
| USES AND USE RESTRICTIONS |
| Courses are not open to the general public. The primary audience is State, local and tribal government officials. Acceptance into specific courses is based on a need to know the information and how it will be used for the benefit of the community. |
| Applicant Eligibility |
| Individuals assigned to an emergency management position in State, local, or tribal government are eligible. Restrictions apply, however; refer to program guidance document or contact administering program office for additional information. |
| Beneficiary Eligibility |
| General Public. |
| Credentials/Documentation |
| Applicants may be asked to verify their emergency management responsibilities. |
| Preapplication Coordination |
| This program is excluded from coverage under E.O. 12372. |
| Application Procedure |
| Application deadline and other information are contained in the application/program guidance. |
| Award Procedure |
| Applications or plans are reviewed by DHS program and administrative staff. Any issues or concerns noted in the application will be negotiated with the successful applicant prior to acceptance into the course. |
| Deadlines |
| Refer to announcement or application guidance for further information. |
| Range of Approval/Disapproval Time |
| Refer to program guidance document. |
| Appeals |
| May be made to the Superintendent of the Emergency Management Institute. |
| Renewals |
| Not applicable. |
| Formula and Matching Requirements |
| None. |
| Length and Time Phasing of Assistance |
| Indefinite. |
| Reports |
| None. |
| Audits |
| There may be an evaluation following completion of most courses to determine the application of the information and the benefit derived by the community. |
| Records |
| Not applicable. |
| Account Identification |
| 70-0711-0-1-999. |
| Obligations |
| (Direct Program Expenditure) FY 07 $2,974,439; FY 08 est. $3,270,800; and FY 09 est. $3,500,000. |
| Range and Average of Financial Assistance |
| Not applicable. |
| PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS |
| In the preceding fiscal year, 14,565 individuals participated in the EMI resident program. The same level of participation is anticipated for the current and future fiscal year(s). |
| REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE |
| Emergency Management Institute Course Catalog. |
| Regional or Local Office |
| See EMI Catalog for listing of FEMA Regional Offices. |
| Headquarters Office |
| Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), 245 Murray Lane, Bldg 410, Washington, DC 20523. |
| Web Site Address |
| www.training.fema.gov |
| RELATED PROGRAMS |
| 97.026, Emergency Management Institute_Training Assistance; 97.027, Emergency Management Institute (EMI)_Independent Study Program. |
| EXAMPLES OF FUNDED PROJECTS |
| Individuals are provided an opportunity to attend courses at the Emergency Management Institute resident facility. |
| CRITERIA FOR SELECTING PROPOSALS |
| Refer to the program guidance for information on selection criteria. |
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General Services Administration Office of Chief Acquisition Officer Regulatory and Federal Assistance Division (VIR) |
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