FY 2024 Hazardous Materials State Inspection (HMSI) Grant
ID: 352521Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Admin (DOT-PHMSA)

Award Range

$100K - $2M

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Transportation

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/352521
Timeline
    Description

    The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) is inviting applications for the FY 2024 Hazardous Materials State Inspection (HMSI) Grant, aimed at enhancing compliance and safety in the transportation of hazardous materials (HAZMAT). This discretionary grant program, with a total funding amount of $2,500,000, seeks to support state agencies in conducting inspections of HAZMAT shippers to ensure adherence to hazardous materials regulations. Eligible applicants include state agencies capable of performing inspections in accordance with the Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR), with applications due by June 7, 2024. Interested parties can reach out to PHMSA at HMSI@DOT.GOV or call 202-366-1109 for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    HMSI@DOT.GOV
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    FY 2024 HMSI NOFO May 31 Extended.pdf
    FY.pdf
    The Hazardous Materials State Inspection (HMSI) Grant for FY 2024, managed by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), seeks applications from state agencies to conduct inspections of hazardous materials (HAZMAT) shippers. A total of $2,500,000 is available for this discretionary grant program, outlined in the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023. The purpose is to enhance compliance with hazardous materials regulations and bolster safety in HAZMAT transportation. Eligible applicants include state agencies capable of performing inspections in accordance with the Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR). Applications must be submitted electronically via grants.gov by June 7, 2024, with extensive guidelines on content, submission, and eligibility criteria provided throughout the document. PHMSA prioritizes projects that foster safety, equity, and sustainability, ensuring all funds are utilized strictly for purposes outlined in the application. The selection process involves administrative, technical, and programmatic reviews, emphasizing safety impacts and equity considerations. Grantee activities will be closely monitored with performance evaluations to track progress and compliance, facilitating safe transportation practices for hazardous materials.
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