This grant is designed to help states create or improve programs that prevent damage to underground pipelines. It supports efforts to enhance communication, training, technology use, and enforcement related to pipeline safety.
Who it's for: This grant is primarily for state governments that either lack a damage prevention program for underground pipelines or wish to improve their existing programs.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Non-state government entities
- Applications submitted after the deadline
- Incomplete applications
What You May Need
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan
- State government authorization
- Documentation of current damage prevention programs (if applicable)
- Plan for implementing the nine elements
Cautions
- Ensure alignment with the nine elements of an effective damage prevention program
- Strict adherence to application deadline
- Funds are limited; competitive application process
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants are unrestricted but primarily include state governments. This means any state government can apply, regardless of whether they currently have a damage prevention program for underground pipelines.
Overview
This grant is primarily for state governments that either lack a damage prevention program for underground pipelines or wish to improve their existing programs.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Non-state government entities
- Applications submitted after the deadline
- Incomplete applications
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to establish or enhance state programs that prevent damage to underground pipelines, including improving communication, training, technology, and enforcement practices.
Total Program Funding
$1,500,001
Expected Awards
25
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- May 18, 2026
- Deadline
- Jun 19, 2026(6 days)
- Archive Date
- Jul 19, 2026
Application Checklist
- Register with the federal grants portal
- Prepare a detailed project proposal
- Develop a comprehensive budget plan
- Gather documentation of existing programs
- Outline how the nine elements will be implemented
- Submit application by June 19, 2026