Are antiterrorism measures eligible for Hazard Mitigation Grant Program funding?
At this time, the HMGP does not fund measures to mitigate the risk of terrorism. However, measures that provide multi-hazard benefits (such as seismic retrofits, which can help reduce blast damage) may be eligible. Additionally, planning money may be used to include terrorism in mitigation planning. Local governments have a good opportunity for incorporating mitigation into long-range planning, especially in the capital improvement budget process. For example, planning for a new municipal building is an ideal opportunity to site a critical facility in a low hazard area, to ensure that it is built with seismic, high wind, or other appropriate hazard resistance as applicable, and to incorporate security systems and security-oriented design principles into the facilitys planning and design. State governments can implement incentive programs using tax rebates and budget surpluses to promote mitigation and can incorporate all-hazard mitigation considerations into the processes, guidance, an
