The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is offering this grant program to assist states in combating motor fuel tax evasion. Established under the Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (SAFETEA-LU) in 2005, this grant is for the purpose of fostering intergovernmental collaboration and coordination among various public agencies. Annually, $2 million in funds is awarded, typically supporting an average of 13 innovative State proposals. These efforts aim to enhance excise tax enforcement at both federal and state levels, with successful programs often leading to increased state revenues. FHWA seeks applications from states with creative strategies to combat fuel tax evasion through coordinated initiatives.
Opportunity ID: 183053
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | FHWA-FTE-2012-01 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Fuel Tax Evasion Intergovernmental Enforcement Grants |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Transportation |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 12 |
| Assistance Listings: | 20.240 — Fuel Tax Evasion-Intergovernmental Enforcement Effort |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Jul 10, 2012 |
| Last Updated Date: | Aug 07, 2012 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 10, 2012 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 07, 2012 |
| Archive Date: | Sep 28, 2012 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $2,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $250,000 |
| Award Floor: | $10,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) State governments |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | DOT Federal Highway Administration |
| Description: | Under the Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (SAFETEA-LU) passed in 2005; Congress increased funding for Highway Use Tax Evasion Projects to assist in the enforcement of excise tax evasion at the Federal and State level. As part of the legislation, a new program was created entitled Intergovernmental Enforcement Efforts. Annually, $2 million in funds will be awarded through the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). Each year, there has been an average of 13 grants for the $2,000,000 each year. These grants went to States with innovative proposals for increasing collaboration and coordination among several public agencies to combat motor fuel tax evasion. In most cases the States have seen an increase in revenue as a result of the programs and initiatives. FHWA is seeking applications for Intergovernmental Enforcement Efforts in FY 2012. This notice will present guidelines for program applications. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Michael Dougherty
Program Analyst Phone 202-366-9234 Email:michael.dougherty@dot.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 07, 2012 | ||
| Aug 07, 2012 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | FHWA-FTE-2012-01 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Fuel Tax Evasion Intergovernmental Enforcement Grants |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Transportation |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 12 |
| Assistance Listings: | 20.240 — Fuel Tax Evasion-Intergovernmental Enforcement Effort |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Jul 10, 2012 |
| Last Updated Date: | Aug 07, 2012 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 10, 2012 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 07, 2012 |
| Archive Date: | Sep 28, 2012 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $2,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $250,000 |
| Award Floor: | $10,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) State governments |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | DOT Federal Highway Administration |
| Description: | Under the Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (SAFETEA-LU) passed in 2005; Congress increased funding for Highway Use Tax Evasion Projects to assist in the enforcement of excise tax evasion at the Federal and State level. As part of the legislation, a new program was created entitled Intergovernmental Enforcement Efforts. Annually, $2 million in funds will be awarded through the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). Each year, there has been an average of 13 grants for the $2,000,000 each year. These grants went to States with innovative proposals for increasing collaboration and coordination among several public agencies to combat motor fuel tax evasion. In most cases the States have seen an increase in revenue as a result of the programs and initiatives. FHWA is seeking applications for Intergovernmental Enforcement Efforts in FY 2012. This notice will present guidelines for program applications. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Michael Dougherty
Program Analyst Phone 202-366-9234 Email:michael.dougherty@dot.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | FHWA-FTE-2012-01 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Fuel Tax Evasion Intergovernmental Enforcement Grants |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Transportation |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 12 |
| Assistance Listings: | 20.240 — Fuel Tax Evasion-Intergovernmental Enforcement Effort |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Aug 07, 2012 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 10, 2012 |
| Archive Date: | Sep 14, 2012 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $2,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $250,000 |
| Award Floor: | $10,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) State governments |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | DOT Federal Highway Administration |
| Description: | Under the Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (SAFETEA-LU) passed in 2005; Congress increased funding for Highway Use Tax Evasion Projects to assist in the enforcement of excise tax evasion at the Federal and State level. As part of the legislation, a new program was created entitled Intergovernmental Enforcement Efforts. Annually, $2 million in funds will be awarded through the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). Each year, there has been an average of 13 grants for the $2,000,000 each year. These grants went to States with innovative proposals for increasing collaboration and coordination among several public agencies to combat motor fuel tax evasion. In most cases the States have seen an increase in revenue as a result of the programs and initiatives. FHWA is seeking applications for Intergovernmental Enforcement Efforts in FY 2012. This notice will present guidelines for program applications. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Michael Dougherty
Program Analyst Phone 202-366-9234 Email:michael.dougherty@dot.gov |
Related Documents
Folder 183053 Full Announcement-1 -> announcement fuel tax intergovernmental efforts fy 2012.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Michael Dougherty Program Analyst Phone 202-366-9234 Email: michael.dougherty@dot.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20.240 | PKG00131590 | Jul 10, 2012 | Sep 07, 2012 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
183053 SF424_Short-1.0.pdf
183053 SF424A-1.0.pdf
183053 Project_Abstract-1.0.pdf
Optional forms
183053 Attachments-1.0.pdf
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