How is OGMSA funded?
OGMSA has no budget. Personnel costs for OGMSA, 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 OGMSA staff members are traveling. In addition, some travel costs are borne by organizations that invite OGMSA staff members to participate in events. Per the National Concept of Operations for MDA, a cabinet-level organization provides administrative support to OGMSA, 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.
