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GOHSEP Reaccredited by National Program for State Emergency Management Agencies

The state of Louisiana has been reaccredited by the national Emergency Management Accreditation Program, meaning it meets or exceeds standards for emergency management and response.

EMAP accreditation represents a significant achievement, proving that Louisiana’s emergency management program is compliant with national standards. To be reaccredited, GOHSEP had to demonstrate proficiency with a set of nationally recognized standards and undergo a peer-review assessment by trained EMAP assessors. GOHSEP was originally accredited in 2007. Only 27 states and a handful of local governments have been accredited by EMAP.

 
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Assumption UpdateBaton Rouge, LA (May 17, 2013)

State Agencies Host Exercise to Measure Louisiana’s Preparedness for Large Scale Disasters Baton Rouge, LA (March 23, 2013) - The Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness and the Louisiana National Guard partnered to host a training exercise to measure Louisiana’s readiness to respond to a statewide emergency. contd..,

Governor Jindal Proclaims ‘Severe Weather Awareness Week in Louisiana Baton Rouge, LA (March 04, 2013) - Governor Bobby Jindal has declared the week of March 3 to March 9 to be “Severe Weather Awareness Week” in Louisiana, during which time the Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness, the National Weather Service and other partners encourage the public to learn how to protect themselves, their families and their homes in the event of severe weather.contd..,

Proclamation Baton Rouge, LA (March 04, 2013) - Proclamation

Federal Government Grants Portion of Louisiana's Request for Assistance Following January Severe Rain, Flooding Baton Rouge, LA (FEbruary 22, 2013) - The President has granted a portion of Louisiana’s request for federal assistance following severe weather in January approving FEMA Public Assistance funding for emergency work and rebuilding in 11 Louisiana parishes.contd..,

GOHSEP Reaccredited by National Program for State Emergency Management Agencies. Baton Rouge, LA (January 17, 2013) - The state of Louisiana has been reaccredited by the national Emergency Management Accreditation Program, meaning it meets or exceeds standards for emergency management and response, the Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness announced.

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