TDEM Opens Application Period for State-Funded Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness Commodity Flow Studies

TDEM Opens Application Period for State-Funded Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness Commodity Flow Studies

Local Emergency Planning Committees Have One Month Remaining To Apply

AUSTIN - The Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) announced today the application period has opened for local partners to apply for funding to conduct Commodity Flow Studies through the Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness (HMEP) planning program. Applications will be accepted from Local Emergency Planning Committees (LEPCs).

“Hazardous materials are transported through Texas communities every day, and we must understand the potential risks,” said Texas Emergency Management Chief Nim Kidd. “Commodity Flow Studies supported by this program will empower local jurisdictions with the data they need to protect life and property. Through initiatives like the Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness planning program, Texas continues to set the standard for emergency preparedness and response.”

Commodity Flow Studies are a vital tool for understanding the movement of hazardous materials through a specific area. These studies analyze transportation routes to identify the types and quantities of hazardous materials transported through a jurisdiction. This information helps emergency planners and responders develop effective strategies for mitigating risks and responding to potential hazardous materials incidents. These projects will support your Local Emergency Planning Committee and assist with identifying high-risk transportation routes for hazardous materials, creating detailed maps and reports of the movement of hazardous materials, informing emergency response plans and training programs, and enhancing collaboration between local, state, and private-sector partners.

TDEM is accepting applications on behalf of the State Emergency Response Commission (SERC). Applications will be accepted through February 28, 2025 for consideration for the program during this fiscal year.

LEPCs interested in applying for the program can find more information and application details on the Technological Hazards page of the TDEM website at tdem.texas.gov/preparedness/technological-hazards.

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