[DOT - Federal Railroad Administration](https://railroads.dot.gov)

September 22, 2025

$150,000 total; 1 expected award; no cost sharing required

Supports training for emergency responders and related personnel on tank car nomenclature, railroad operations, and mitigation of railroad emergencies.

Only the American Chemistry Council is eligible to apply.

--- ## Description This grant opportunity, administered by the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), provides funding to support specialized training for emergency responders, emergency medical technicians, police, fire personnel, and similar professionals. The program focuses on tank car nomenclature, railroad operations, and other topics essential for effectively responding to and mitigating railroad emergencies. The aim is to enhance preparedness and response capabilities in incidents involving rail transport of hazardous materials. --- ## Due Dates - Application deadline: September 22, 2025, 5:00 PM Eastern Time --- ## Funding Amount - Total estimated program funding: $150,000 - Maximum award: $150,000 - Expected number of awards: 1 - No cost sharing or matching required --- ## Eligibility - **Eligible Applicant:** Only the American Chemistry Council is permitted to apply for this grant. - No other organizations or individuals are eligible. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted electronically via [GrantSolutions](https://www.grantsolutions.gov/gs/preaward/previewPublicAnnouncement.do?id=120142). - Required forms and documents include: - SF-424 Application for Federal Assistance - SF-424A Budget Information (Non-Construction) - SF-424B Assurances (Non-Construction) - SF-LLL Disclosure of Lobbying Activities - Federal Railroad Administration Assurances & Certifications (upload as attachment) - Non-Construction Budget Detail and Narrative (upload as attachment) - Statement of Work/Project Summary (upload as attachment) - First-time users should refer to the instructions provided in the GrantSolutions portal for account setup and submission procedures. --- ## Additional Information - Program office: Federal Railroad Administration, Office of Railroad Safety Programs - CFDA number: 20.301 (Railroad Safety) - Funding instrument: Grant - Opportunity number: FR-SEC-25-001 --- ## External Links - [Full Opportunity Announcement and Application Portal (GrantSolutions)](https://www.grantsolutions.gov/gs/preaward/previewPublicAnnouncement.do?id=120142) - [Grants.gov Listing](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360603) - [Federal Railroad Administration Main Page](https://railroads.dot.gov) --- ## Contact Information | Topic | Name/Office | Phone | Email | |------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------|-----------------------|----------------------------------------| | Administrative and Budgetary Requirements| Jonne'sha Riggs, Office of Railroad CFO | 771-201-1113 | Jonnesha.Riggs@dot.gov | | Program Requirements/Technical Assistance| Leonardo Maldonado, Grant & Loan Program Dev. | 202-695-6091 | Leonardo.Maldonado@dot.gov | | Technical Support (GrantSolutions) | GrantSolutions Help Desk | 1.866.577.0771; 202.401.5282 | | Hours of operation for GrantSolutions Help Desk: Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. ET ---

FY25 Transportation Emergency Response Training

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