The Michigan State Police's Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness grant helps local committees strengthen scientific planning and readiness for hazardous materials incidents.
Funder: Michigan State Police
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027
Funding Amounts: Award sizes vary; funding supports local hazardous materials emergency planning activities.
Summary: Supports Michigan Local Emergency Planning Committees in enhancing hazardous materials response planning and preparedness.
Key Information: 20% in-kind match required; eligibility limited to formally appointed Michigan LEPCs.
The Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness (HMEP) grant, administered by the Michigan State Police Emergency Management and Homeland Security Division (MSP/EMHSD), provides funding to Local Emergency Planning Committees (LEPCs) in Michigan. The program aims to strengthen local response planning for hazardous materials incidents, ensuring communities are better prepared for emergencies involving hazardous substances. Funding supports activities such as developing and updating emergency response plans, conducting training, and improving local preparedness infrastructure.