How is NMCO funded?
NMCO has no budget. Personnel costs for NMCO, including training and many travel costs, are borne by the agencies that provide staffing — primairly the U.S. Navy, Coast Guard, Maritime Administration, U.S. Northern Command and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Other travel costs are borne by agencies or organizations on whose behalf NMCO staff members are traveling. In addition, some travel costs are borne by organizations that invite NMCO staff members to participate in events. Per the National Concept of Operations for MDA, a cabinet-level organization provides administrative support to NMCO, including identification of office space, associated administrative supplies and basic services. Currently, the Department of Homeland Security provides that support through the U.S. Coast Guard.
