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The Intercity Passenger Rail (IPR) Program provides funds to protect critical surface transportation infrastructure and the traveling public from acts of terrorism and increase the resilience of the Amtrak rail system. This funding plays an important role in the implementation of the National Preparedness System by supporting the building, sustainment and delivery of core capabilities essential to achieving the National Preparedness Goal of a secure and resilient nation. This document outlines key changes for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 IPR Program.
Cost Information Moved from the Preparedness Grants Manual
Detailed information on funding restrictions and allowable costs has moved from the Preparedness Grants Manual (PGM) to the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO). Please refer to Section D of the IPR Program FY 2024 NOFO for detailed information on these cost categories.
Payment Review Process
FEMA reviews all grant payments and obligations to ensure allowability in accordance with 2 C.F.R. § 200.305. These measures ensure funds are disbursed appropriately while continuing to support and prioritize communities who rely on FEMA for assistance. Once a recipient submits a payment request, FEMA will review the request. If FEMA approves a payment, recipients will be notified by FEMA GO and the payment will be delivered pursuant to the recipients’ SAM.gov financial information. If FEMA disapproves a payment, FEMA will inform the recipient.
Please see the NOFO and Preparedness Grants Manual for more information.