FY25 Transportation Emergency Response Training

The Federal Railroad Administration, operating under the U.S. Department of Transportation, has released a funding opportunity titled FY25 Transportation Emergency Response Training. This grant is administered by the Office of Railroad Safety Programs and is part of the agency’s broader security grant initiatives. The program is designed to enhance the preparedness of emergency responders, including emergency medical technicians, police officers, and fire personnel, through specialized training. The focus of the training includes tank car nomenclature, railroad operations, and other knowledge areas critical to mitigating railroad-related emergencies. This initiative reflects the Administration’s ongoing commitment to improving railroad safety and security. The funding opportunity falls under Assistance Listing 20.301, Railroad Safety. It has been posted under opportunity number FR-SEC-25-001 as a discretionary grant. The funding instrument type is a grant, and it is categorized under transportation. The Federal Railroad Administration has allocated an estimated total of $150,000 for this program, with one expected award. The award ceiling is $150,000, while the award floor is listed as $0, which indicates that applicants may request funding up to the ceiling but that no minimum request threshold is specified. The program does not require cost sharing or matching contributions, reducing barriers for applicants. Eligibility for this grant is highly specific. The only eligible applicant identified is the American Chemistry Council. No other organizations, including state or local governments, nonprofits, or educational institutions, are eligible to apply. This exclusivity is unusual compared to many other federal funding opportunities, but it reflects the specialized nature of the training and the Council’s role within the chemical and transportation sectors. Therefore, the grant’s eligibility falls into an exclusive category with no additional qualifying groups. Applications must be submitted electronically through the GrantSolutions platform. First-time users are provided with an account upon the announcement posting, while existing grantees can log in with their established credentials. Required application documents include SF-424 Application for Federal Assistance, SF-424A Budget Information for Non-Construction, SF-424B Assurances for Non-Construction, SF-LLL Disclosure of Lobbying Activities, Federal Railroad Administration Assurances and Certifications, a detailed non-construction budget narrative, and a statement of work or project summary. All forms and attachments must be uploaded as part of the final application package. The closing date for applications is September 22, 2025, at 5:00 PM Eastern Time. The original and current deadlines match, indicating no extension has been granted. The opportunity was posted on September 17, 2025, and last updated on September 19, 2025. Applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered. This program is expected to recur annually, consistent with its designation as part of an ongoing safety training initiative. The next cycle is anticipated to open in September 2026, with internal monitoring recommended for the following year to confirm posting details. For assistance with administrative and budgetary requirements, applicants may contact Jonne’sha Riggs at the Office of Railroad Chief Financial Officer via phone at 771-201-1113 or email at Jonnesha.Riggs@dot.gov. For program requirements or technical assistance, Leonardo Maldonado from the Grant and Loan Program Development Division is available at 202-695-6091 or Leonardo.Maldonado@dot.gov. Applicants encountering technical issues with the submission system can reach the GrantSolutions Help Desk at 1-866-577-0771 or 202-401-5282, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Eastern Time. These resources ensure applicants have direct points of contact for both administrative and programmatic guidance.