American Rescue Plan (ARP)

EPA Initiatives Under the America Rescue Plan

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Congress designated ARP funding for grants, contracts, and other agency activities that identify and address disproportionate environmental or public health harms and risks in underserved communities through a range of local initiatives. 

Grant Competition for Air Pollution Monitoring in Communities

Community-based nonprofit organizations, Indian tribes, states, and local governments may apply for $20 million in competitive grants to enhance ambient air quality monitoring in and near underserved communities across the US.

• Application Deadline: February 25, 2022
• Learn more about Enhanced Air Quality Monitoring Funding under the ARP.