The hmep grant program is authorized under 49 U.S.C. ? 5116 and provides federal financial and technical assistance to states, territories, and federally recognized tribes to increase local…

The New York State Division of Homeland Security & Emergency Services received a $705,138.75 formula grant from the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under the Interagency Hazardous Materials Public Sector Training and Planning Grants program (CFDA 20.703), effective October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2027. This award funds hazardous materials (hazmat) emergency preparedness and response capabilities across New York State through the Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness (HMEP) grant component authorized under 49 U.S.C. § 5116.

The funding supports emergency response planning and first-responder training initiatives to enhance state and local effectiveness in safely and efficiently handling hazmat accidents and incidents. As the designated state administrative agency, the Division of Homeland Security & Emergency Services serves as the prime recipient and pass-through entity, distributing funds to local governments, counties, municipalities, fire departments, law enforcement agencies, and emergency responders across New York State's 62 counties and local jurisdictions. The award's products and services encompass hazmat training program development, emergency preparedness planning enhancements, and direct training delivery to public sector emergency responders, with place of performance identified as Albany, Wyoming.

The hmep grant program is authorized under 49 U.S.C. ? 5116 and provides federal financial and technical assistance to states, territories, and federally recognized tribes to increase local effectiveness in safely and efficiently handling hazardous materials (hazmat) in accidents and incidents.