FY26 Short Line Safety Institute Program
Agency: DOT - Federal Railroad Administration
Assistance Listings: 20.332 -- Railroad Research and Development
Last Updated: July 20, 2026
Description
This program supports the Short Line Safety Institute in its efforts to improve safety and safety culture in the short line and regional railroad industry. This grant will support the mission, vision, and strategic goals of SLSI to implement its Four Pillars of activities: safety culture assessments, education and training, communications, and research.
Eligibility
Eligible applicants
Miscellaneous
- Other
Additional information
The Short Line Safety Institute is the only entity eligible to apply.
Grantor contact information
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Documents
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Link to additional information
Closing: July 25, 2026
No Explanation
Award
$2,425,000
Program Funding
1
Expected awards
$--
Award Minimum
$2,425,000
Award Maximum
Funding opportunity number:
FR-RRD-26-002
Cost sharing or matching requirement:
No
Funding instrument type:
Grant
Opportunity Category:
Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
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Category of Funding Activity:
Transportation
Category Explanation:
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History
Version:
1
Posted date:
July 20, 2026
Archive date:
August 24, 2026
