Hazardous Materials Instructor Training (HMIT) Grant

Source-based overview

PHMSA seeks to fund nonprofit organizations with the ability to conduct training programs for HAZMAT employees, and the ability to reach and involve a target population of HAZMAT employees in a training program. Properly planned and maintained training programs are essential for HAZMAT employees to ensure: (1) HAZMAT employees receive initial and continuing training on the risks involved in transporting HAZMAT; (2) the relevant training requirements in the Hazardous Materials Regulation (HMR) are met; and (3) HAZMAT employees will be equipped to ensure their safety and the safety of others.

Eligibility

The HMIT program is open to nonprofit organizations that demonstrate expertise in conducting a training program for existing HAZMAT employees, and the ability to reach and involve in a training program a target population of HAZMAT employees.

Agency: Pipeline Hazardous Materials Safety Administration; opportunity number: DOT-PHM-26-A712-009.

Funding and benefits

Award ceiling: USD 1,000,000; Award floor: USD 250,000; Total funding: USD 3,000,000

Themes and supported activities

Funding category: ELT; T.

Applicants should review the full notice package for objectives, required forms, review criteria, and federal compliance rules.

Deadline and timeline

2026-06-30; posted 2026-05-29: 2026-06-30; posted 2026-05-29: Jun 30, 2026.

Applicants should confirm the exact deadline time, time zone, required documents, portal steps and any institutional approvals on the official call page before submitting.

How to apply

Apply through the official Grants.gov listing for opportunity DOT-PHM-26-A712-009. Deadline/key date: 2026-06-30.

Before applying, check eligibility rules, budgets, attachments, page limits, partner requirements, cost-share conditions and whether the opportunity uses an expression of interest, full proposal, registration or nomination stage.