Synopsis

The Commercial Motor Vehicle Operator Safety Training (CMVOST) grant program provides financial assistance to organizations that provide CMV operator training to future CDL holders in the safe use of commercial motor vehicles. The program priority is providing training to current and former members of the U.S. Armed Forces, including National Guard members and Reservists, as well as certain military family members.
Response Date	Jun 17, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT
Posting Date	May 18, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT
Archive Date	Jul 17, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT
Award Ceiling	200,000
Award Floor	N/a
Cost Sharing	No

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants	County governments, Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized), State governments, Independent school districts, Public and State controlled institutions of higher education, Private institutions of higher education, Special district governments, Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, City or township governments
Additional Info on Eligibility:	n/a

Additional Information

Agency Name	DOT-Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
Link to Additional Information:	FY2026 Commercial Motor Vehicle Operator Safety Training Program (CMVOST)
Grantor Contact Information:	If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact: GrantSolutions Help Desk Phone: 202-754-2031

CFDA Program(s)

• 20.235: Commercial Motor Vehicle Operator Safety Training Grants