Operations Planning Training Equipment Grant (SERC OPTE Grant)
Forecasted
The SERC OPTE Grant funds Nevada LEPCs and State Agencies to improve emergency response science through planning, training, and equipment for hazardous materials incidents.
Funder: Nevada State Emergency Response Commission (SERC)
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $36,000 per award (includes $4,000 operations for eligible LEPCs); 12-month project period; reimbursement basis.
Summary: Supports Nevada LEPCs and State Agencies with funding for emergency preparedness operations, planning, training, and equipment.
Key Information: Grant is projected based on annual cycle; dates and details may shift—consult the program page for updates.
Description
The grant, administered by the Nevada State Emergency Response Commission (SERC), provides funding to enhance emergency preparedness throughout Nevada. It supports Local Emergency Planning Committees (LEPCs) and State Agencies in strengthening their capabilities for operations, planning, training, and equipment related to hazardous materials and emergency response. The program is funded by fees from Nevada facilities in compliance with the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA), ensuring local and state entities are better prepared for emergency situations.
