FY 2026 HMSI GRANT AWARD
This grant provides funding to states for hazardous material shipper inspections to enhance transport safety and reduce related fatalities and injuries.
Funder: Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Admin
Due Dates: June 17, 2026 (Questions due) | June 19, 2026 (Full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $2,500,000 total; individual awards range from $100,000 to $2,500,000; period of performance 12–24 months.
Summary: Supports state agencies in conducting hazardous materials shipper inspections to enhance the safety of hazardous materials transport.
Key Information: Only one application per state agency; no cost sharing or matching required.
Description
The Hazardous Materials State Inspection (HMSI) Grant is a federal program administered by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) to provide financial assistance to state agencies for the inspection of hazardous materials (HAZMAT) shippers. The goal is to leverage state resources to improve the safety of hazardous materials transport, reduce fatalities and injuries, and increase compliance with relevant regulations. Eligible costs include personnel, travel, equipment, supplies, and training for HAZMAT inspectors.
