FY 2026 Assistance for Local Emergency Response Training (ALERT) Grant

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Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Admin

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Description

The ALERT grant promotes hazmat response training for volunteer or remote emergency responders. Response activities include the transportation of crude oil, ethanol, and other flammable liquids by rail consistent with National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards. The ALERT grant is competitively awarded to non-profit organizations capable of delivering an established curriculum to emergency responders.

Who can apply

  • Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
  • Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (other than higher education)
  • Nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status (other than higher education)
  • Private institutions of higher education

Contact

TREMAYNE TERRY 202-366-6942<br/>tremayne.terry@dot.gov
tremayne.terry@dot.gov

Key dates & funding
  • PostedMay 18, 2026
  • ClosesJun 22, 2026
  • Award floor$500,000
  • Award ceiling$1,000,000
  • Program funding$1,000,000
  • Expected awards8
  • CFDA20.709
Categories
Employment, Labor and Training Transportation

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