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FY 2026 HMEP Planning and Training Grant for Tribes

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Admin · 693JK326NF0007

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Award Range

$50K – $250K

Total Program Funding

$1.0M

Expected Awards

Deadline

June 24, 2026

GRANTQUICK SUMMARYPlain-English Overview

FY 2026 HMEP Planning and Training Grant for Tribes. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Admin. The Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness (HMEP) Tribal Grant program provides funding for HMEP planning and training activities that advance the safe transport of hazardous materials through training emergency responders and funding planning activities that will protect nearby persons,... $50,000-$250,000 per award; $1,000,000 total program funding; ~15 awards expected.

Who Should Apply

Federally Recognized Native American Tribal Governments

Who Should NOT Apply

Individuals and organizations outside the specified eligible types

Key Requirements (Plain English)

•Deadline: 2026-06-24

💡 GrantQuick Tip

Clearly demonstrate alignment with funding priorities and provide measurable outcomes.

Competitiveness: High — limited number of awards

What This Grant Funds

The Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness (HMEP) Tribal Grant program provides funding for HMEP planning and training activities that advance the safe transport of hazardous materials through training emergency responders and funding planning activities that will protect nearby persons, property, and the environment from the effects of accidents or incidents involving the transportation of hazardous materials.

Attachments

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Title VI Non Discrimination Assurances (Updated 03.13.26)

Title_VI_Non_Discrimination_Assurances_Updated_03.13.26.pdf

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HMEP FY26 Application (Project Narrative) Tribes

HMEP_FY26_Application_Project_Narrative_Tribes.docx

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HMEP Terms and Conditions 2026

PHMSA_Terms_and_Conditions_2026_FINAL.pdf

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Overtime-and-Backfill Guidance

Overtime-and-Backfill_Guidance.pdf

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HMEP FY26 Application (Budget Narrative) Tribes

HMEP_FY26_Application_Budget_Narrative_Tribes.docx

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PHMSA-HMEP-Grant-Guide

PHMSA-HMEP-Grant-Guide.pdf

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Sample - HMEP Tribal Application (SF4-424A, Project, Budget)

Sample_-_HMEP_Tribal_Application_SF4-424A_Project_Budget.pdf

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HMEP Tribes NOFO_for Posting

HMEP_Tribes_NOFO_for_Posting.pdf

Who Can Apply

Eligible Applicant Types

Federally Recognized Tribal Governments

Funding Details

Minimum Award: $50K
Maximum Award: $250K
Total Program Funding: $1.0M
Expected Number of Awards: 15
Cost Sharing Required?: No
Funding Instrument: grant

Key Dates

Posted: May 18, 2026

Application Deadline: June 24, 2026 (0 days remaining)

DO NOT MAIL IN APPLICATIONS. Applications received after this deadline may not be considered. PHMSA will only accept one application from each applicant.

Agency Contact

LONI CHINN 202-366-6986 loni.chinn@dot.gov

loni.chinn@dot.gov

Ready to apply?

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