This funding opportunity is associated with Assistance Listing 20.706. PHMSA, through this competitive grant opportunity, is requesting applications from states for Pipeline Emergency Response Grant (PERG) funds. PERG focuses on incidents response activities related to the transportation of gas or hazardous liquids by pipeline in high consequence areas. PERG funding will be awarded to eligible states, counties and local governments to train individuals in areas with statutory responsibility to respond to pipeline incidents.