Closed on Jun 17, 2026

FY 2026 Commercial Driver's License Program Implementation (CDLPI)

DOT-Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration · Opportunity number FM-CDL-26-001

Details summarized from the official notice as of Jun 18, 2026. Always confirm eligibility, deadlines and requirements in the official notice before applying.

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This opportunity is closed as of Jun 17, 2026. It is kept here for reference. See the related open opportunities below, or check the official listing in case the agency posts a new cycle.

Key facts

Opportunity number	FM-CDL-26-001
Agency	DOT-Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Department of Transportation
Assistance listing (ALN, formerly CFDA)	20.232
Posted	May 18, 2026
Deadline	Jun 17, 2026
Award ceiling	$105,183,605
Expected number of awards	60
Estimated total program funding	$105,183,605
Cost sharing or matching required	No
Funding type	Grant
Category	Transportation
Last updated here	Jun 18, 2026

Summary from the notice

The CDLPI program objective is to provide financial assistance to States and other eligible entities to carry out and improve the national CDL program. The national CDL program focuses on the concept that each driver has only one driving record and only one licensing document, commonly referred to as "“One Driver — One License — One Record."” Further, the national CDL program requires States to conduct knowledge and skills testing before issuing a Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) and/or CDL; to maintain a complete and accurate driver history record (DHR) for anyone who obtains a CLP and/or CDL; and to impose driver disqualifications, as required by the regulations.

Who can apply

The official notice lists these applicant types as eligible:

County governments
Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (other than colleges)
State governments
Private colleges and universities
Federally recognized tribal governments
For-profit organizations other than small businesses
Small businesses
Public and state colleges and universities
City or township governments

Who should take a closer look

Small businesses
Nonprofits
Colleges and universities
State governments
Local governments
Tribal governments and organizations
Larger for-profit companies

Not listed as eligible

Individuals

Unless the eligibility text in the notice names you, this opportunity is probably not for you.

Registrations you will likely need

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SAM.gov registration for your organization, which also gives you a Unique Entity ID (UEI). Registration is free.
A Login.gov account, which Grants.gov uses for sign-in.
A Grants.gov applicant registration linked to your organization's UEI.

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Before you apply

Read the full official notice, including the evaluation criteria.
Confirm your organization type and location are eligible.
Check your SAM.gov registration is active.
Note the exact deadline time and time zone in the notice.