Jacob Brown
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer announced a significant increase in federal funding for security in places of worship, addressing concerns over threats against Jewish and Muslim communities.
Details of the Funding Increase:
Schumer revealed that an additional $400 million in federal funding would be made available for security measures in places of worship.
Synagogues and mosques are eligible to apply for this funding, which can be used to hire security personnel or install surveillance cameras.
Purpose of the Increase:
The increase in funding aims to address growing concerns and ensure the safety of religious institutions, particularly in light of recent threats fueled by global conflicts.
This boost supplements the federal Nonprofit Security Grant Program, which allocated $305 million last year to protect nonprofit facilities.
Recent Incidents:
The announcement follows bomb threats received by three New York City synagogues and the Brooklyn Museum, prompting evacuations but yielding no explosives.
Houses of worship interested in accessing the funding must submit their applications by May 21 to qualify for the initial round of funds.
