The FY2026 High Priority Program-Commercial Motor Vehicle (HP-CMV) grant is designed to enhance safety programs for commercial motor vehicles (CMVs). It aims to reduce unsafe driving in high-risk areas, improve the safe transport of hazardous materials, and promote new safety technologies. The grant also supports data improvement projects and public education on CMV safety.
Who it's for: This grant is for state and local governments, certain nonprofit organizations, Native American tribal organizations, and both public and private institutions of higher education. It's ideal for entities involved in transportation safety and those looking to improve commercial motor vehicle safety programs.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- For-profit organizations
- Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status
- Individuals
- Entities not involved in transportation safety
What You May Need
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan
- Proof of eligibility
- Past performance records
- Safety program details
- Registration in the PRISM program
- Data improvement project plans
Cautions
- Ensure alignment with 49 CFR § 350.403 regulations
- Strict adherence to application deadline
- Projects must focus on CMV safety
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include state governments, city or township governments, county governments, special district governments, public and state institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, certain nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status, and other Native American tribal organizations. These entities should be involved in transportation safety and improvement projects.
Overview
This grant is for state and local governments, certain nonprofit organizations, Native American tribal organizations, and both public and private institutions of higher education. It's ideal for entities involved in transportation safety and those looking to improve commercial motor vehicle safety programs.
Likely Disqualifiers
- For-profit organizations
- Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status
- Individuals
- Entities not involved in transportation safety
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to enhance CMV safety programs, target unsafe driving, support hazardous material transport safety, demonstrate new safety technologies, improve safety data, and increase public awareness and education on CMV safety.
Expected Awards
55
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- May 18, 2026
- Deadline
- Jun 17, 2026(4 days)
- Archive Date
- Jul 17, 2026
Application Checklist
- Register for the PRISM program if applicable
- Prepare a comprehensive project proposal
- Develop a detailed budget plan
- Gather proof of eligibility
- Compile past performance records
- Ensure compliance with 49 CFR § 350.403
- Submit application by June 17, 2026