Formula Grant 693JK32540044HMEP

The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) awarded the Emergency Management Agency Massachusetts (MEMA) $442,275 under the Interagency Hazardous Materials Public Sector Training and Planning Grants program (CFDA 20.703) on October 1, 2025. This formula grant, which extends through September 30, 2028, provides federal financial and technical assistance to enhance Massachusetts' effectiveness in safely and efficiently handling hazardous materials (hazmat) accidents and incidents. The funding supports a comprehensive range of hazmat emergency preparedness and response capabilities, including emergency response planning aligned with the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act, hazmat commodity flow analysis, and training programs for hazmat employees and emergency responders.

As the prime grantee, MEMA will utilize these funds to deliver hazmat training through direct instruction, web-based platforms, and mobile training formats to serve diverse geographic populations and organizational types across the state. The agency plans to sub-award portions of the funding to local municipalities, fire departments, and regional entities to implement targeted hazmat preparedness and training initiatives. This award represents part of MEMA's substantial federal grant portfolio, positioning the agency as a critical partner in strengthening Massachusetts' disaster readiness and emergency response infrastructure for hazardous materials transportation safety.