Assistance Listings Multipurpose Grants to States and Tribes
Overview
Objectives
Multipurpose Grants (MPGs) are intended to be used at state and tribal discretion, for high-priority activities to complement activities funded under established environmental statutes.
Examples of Funded Projects
Fiscal Year 2024: Congress did not appropriate funds for the Multipurpose Grant program in FY22, FY23, and FY24. Please view information about the types of projects funded under this assistance listing at: https://www.epa.gov/grants/multipurpose-grants-states-and-tribes#implementation.
Assistance Listing Description
Financial Information
| Obligation(s) | FY 23 | FY 24 (est.) | FY 25 (est.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Formula Grants Total | $10,182 | $0 | $10,000,000 |
| Totals | $10,182 | $0 | $10,000,000 |
Range and Average of Financial Assistance
Range: $25,074 to $333,191 in FY21 funds (states) Average: $197,321 per state. Congress did not appropriate funds for the Multipurpose Grant program in FY22, FY23, and FY24.
Accomplishments
Fiscal Year 2024: Range: $25,074 to $333,191 in FY21 funds (states) Average: $197,321 per state. Congress did not appropriate funds for the Multipurpose Grant program in FY22, FY23, and FY24.
Account Identification
68-0103-0-1-304-State and Tribal Assistance Grants (STAG)
Criteria for Applying
Types of Assistance
A - Formula Grants
Credentials and Documentation
Applicant Eligibility
Designations
U.S. Territories and possessions, State, State (includes District of Columbia, public institutions of higher education and hospitals), Federally Recognized lndian Tribal Governments, U.S. Territories and possessions (includes institutions of higher education and hospitals)Assistance under this program is generally available to states, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, Guam, American Samoa, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, and other state entities with authority conferred by the governor or designee of the governor to administer federal environmental programs on behalf of the state. States may have more than one agency or department receiving funds directly from EPA to implement programs tied to national environmental statutes; each of these entities is eligible to receive MPG funding. Recipients generally must be agencies of state or territorial governments. Federally recognized tribes that have received treatment in a similar manner to a state regulatory program status are also eligible.
Beneficiary Eligibility
Designations
Beneficiary eligibility is the same as applicant eligibility.Length and Time Phasing of Assistance
The terms of the assistance agreement shall be determined at time of award; however, existing EPA grant policies limit project periods for the programs listed above to no more than five years. Method of awarding/releasing assistance: The method of fund disbursement will be determined at the time of award.
Use of Assistance
Designations
Environment (water, air, solid waste, pesticides, radiation)Grants and cooperative agreements are available to support programs under established environmental statutes. Allowable direct and indirect costs are included, in accordance with established EPA policies and requirements for assistance agreements.
Applying for Assistance
Deadlines
Contact the headquarters or regional location, as appropriate for application deadlines
Preapplication Coordination
Preapplication coordination is required. Environmental impact information is not required for this program. This program is eligible for coverage under E.O. 12372, "Intergovernmental Review of Federal Programs." An applicant should consult the office or official designated as the single point of contact in his or her State for more information on the process the State requires to be followed in applying for assistance, if the State has selected the program for review. Executive Order 12372, "Intergovernmental Review of Federal Programs," applies to this assistance listing when proposed Federal financial assistance involves land use planning remediation of contaminated land, or implementation of restoration projects requiring construction. Federal financial assistances to tribes is not subject to intergovernmental review. EPA financial assistance programs and activities subject to intergovernmental review that are subject to review under state single point of contact procedures are identified at https://www.epa.gov/grants/epa-financial-assistance-programs-subject-executive-order-12372-and-section-204. Applicants for programs or activities subject to Intergovernmental Review that are not subject to state single point of contact review must provide directly affected state, areawide, regional, and local entities at least 60 days to review their application following notification by EPA that the application has been selected for funding as provided by 40 CFR 29.8(a) and (c). Discussion with the applicable EPA Regional Office is advised for multipurpose grant applications.
Application Procedures
2 CFR 200, Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards applies to this program. Applicants, except in limited circumstances approved by the Agency, must submit all initial applications for funding through Grants.gov.
Criteria for Selecting Proposals
Addresses the specific purpose designated by programs in EPA's annual Appropriations Act or other environmental statutes. All programs must meet the criteria identified in the Grant Guidance for Multipurpose Grants to States and Tribes (https://www.epa.gov/grants/multipurpose-grants-states-and-tribes).
Award Procedure
EPA will evaluate each application to determine the adequacy of the proposed project to meet the specified purpose of the project and compliance with other applicable laws. EPA will also review the application in relation to EPA's general grant regulations and OMB guidance.
Date Range for Approval/Disapproval
From 120 to 180 days. Approximately 90-180 days.
Renewals
Renewals are subject to approval of EPA.
Appeals
Disputes will be resolved under 2 CFR 1500 Subpart E, as applicable.
Compliance Requirements
Policy Requirements
Subpart B, General provisions
Subpart C, Pre-Federal Award Requirements and Contents of Federal Awards
Subpart D, Post Federal; Award Requirements
Subpart E, Cost Principles
Subpart F, Audit Requirements
Not Applicable
Additional Information:
Reports
Program Reports: EPA includes reporting requirements for grants and cooperative agreements in the terms and conditions of the agreements. Agreements may require quarterly, interim, and final progress reports, and financial, equipment, and invention reports. Specific reporting requirements are also identified in the Grant Regulations 2 CFR Parts 200 and 1500. Grantees should be prepared to summarize specific results that will be, or have been, achieved through the contribution of these funds under the reporting requirements contained in their grants and cooperative agreements. Cash Reports: Reporting requirements and frequency will be outlined in the terms and conditions of the grant or cooperative agreement. Progress Reports: Reporting requirements and frequency will be outlined in the terms and conditions of the grant or cooperative agreement. Performance Reports: Reporting requirements and frequency will be outlined in the terms and conditions of the grant or cooperative agreement.
Audits
https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-2/subtitle-A/chapter-II/part-200/subpart-F
Additional audit requirements:
Grants and cooperative agreements are subject to inspections and audits by the Comptroller General of the United States, the EPA Office of Inspector General, other EPA staff, or any authorized representative of the Federal government. Reviews by the EPA Project Officer and the Grants Specialist may occur each year.
Records
Recipients must keep financial records, including all documents supporting entries on accounting records and to substantiate changes in grants available to personnel authorized to examine EPA recipients grants and cooperative agreements records. Recipients must maintain all records until 3 years from the date of submission of final expenditure reports as required by 2 CFR 200.334. If questions, such as those raised because of audits remain following the 3-year period, recipients must retain records until the matter is completely resolved.
Regulations, Guidelines, and Literature
2 CFR 1500 (EPA Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards); 40 CFR Part 33 (Participation by Disadvantaged Business Enterprises in United States Environmental Protection Agency Programs); 40 CFR Part 35 Subpart A (Environmental Program Grants); 40 CFR Part 35 Subpart B (Environmental Program Grants for Tribes); United States Environmental Protection Agency Grant Guidance for Multipurpose Grants to States (https://www.epa.gov/grants/united-states-environmental-protection-agency-grant-guidance-multipurpose-grants-states-and); and United States Environmental Agency Grant Guidance for Multipurpose Grants to Tribes (https://www.epa.gov/sites/default/files/2020-07/documents/mpg_guidance_for_tribes.pdf).
Formula and Matching Requirements
Contact Information
Regional or Local Locations:
See Regional Assistance Locations. Applicants are encouraged to contact the appropriate Regional Points of Contact. A list of the current Regional Points of Contact can be found in the Grants Guidance for Multipurpose Grants to States and Tribes available at: https://www.epa.gov/sites/default/files/2021-05/documents/final_fy21_mpg_guidance_for_states.pdfHeadquarters Office:
Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W.,
Washington, DC 20460
Post.William@epa.gov
202-564-5607
Environmental Protection Agency, Research Triangle Park, 109 T.W. Alexander Drive (Mail Code: C539-01),,
Durham, NC 27711
Riha.Kristin@epa.gov
919-541-2031
History
- 2024Published
Multipurpose Grants to States and Tribes
- 2023Published
Multipurpose Grants to States and Tribes
- 2022Published
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- 2021Published
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- 2020Published
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- 2019Published
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- 2018Published
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- 2016Published
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