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 18, 2026 (Questions deadline) | June 22, 2026 (Full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Total program funding: $2,500,000; Award range: $100,000–$2,500,000; Up to 2 awards; Period: 12–24 months.
Summary: Supports state agencies in conducting hazardous materials shipper inspections to enhance hazmat transport safety and reduce related fatalities and injuries.
Key Information: Only one application per state; no cost-sharing or matching required.
This grant opportunity, administered by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), provides financial assistance to state agencies for performing hazardous materials (hazmat) shipper inspections. The program aims to leverage state resources to improve the safety of hazardous materials transport, reduce fatalities, and minimize injuries associated with hazmat shipments. Funding supports personnel, travel, equipment, supplies, and training necessary for conducting inspections and ensuring compliance with federal hazmat regulations.