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Dallas Police Reveal Plans for $22 Million of Funding for FIFA World Cup Security
Dallas Police Department will use $22 million of a $51.5 million federal grant for staffing, technology, and drone mitigation to secure venues and manage crowds at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
- On Wednesday, Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced his Public Safety Office awarded $116 million in grants to North Texas and Houston to support security efforts ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
- Arlington is launching a new traffic management center monitoring more than 375 signals, while the Dallas Police Department is utilizing federal funding for anti-drone technology and equipment to safeguard venues.
- Dallas Police Chief Daniel Comeaux stated the department will allocate $22 million to personnel costs, including salaries and overtime, ensuring adequate staffing during tournament operations.
- Assistant Chief Teena Schultz noted the department is coordinating with regional partners and private security to manage variables like fan zones, despite unknown factors regarding restaurant and bar activity.
- The FIFA Fan Fest at Fair Park expects up to 35,000 visitors daily throughout the tournament's 34 match days, representing one of DPD's biggest security priorities.
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Governor Greg Abbott announced the allocation of $116 million in grants to strengthen public safety during the 2026 World Cup in Texas. According to the official statement, these funds benefit the city of Houston and the Council of Governments of North Texas Central for the acquisition of equipment and the deployment of additional personnel. The state program uses federal law resources “One Big Beautiful Bill” to protect critical infrastructure …
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