WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Transportation's
Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) announced today that it is issuing $ 2,488,497 in grants to state entities, local communities, and non-profit organizations to address
pipeline safety challenges related to
damage prevention and to promote more involvement in local
pipeline safety initiatives and awareness efforts.
The TAG awards provide funding for a broad range of activities, including improving or developing local
pipeline emergency response capabilities, safe digging or
damage prevention programs,
pipeline safety information resources, community and
pipeline awareness campaigns, and public participation in official proceedings that pertain to
pipelines.