Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ)

Local and state government agencies are eligible to apply for CMAQ funding. Non-profits and private sector entities may partner with an eligible applicant to complete a project.

In order to be eligible for CMAQ funding, a project must be located in one of the CMAQ eligible areas (or have a direct AQ benefit to one of these areas) and must reduce CO₂, NO_X, VOCs, PM_2.5, and PM₁₀ emissions from transportation. Ancillary benefits of eligible projects, such as greenhouse gas reductions, congestion relief, mobility, and safety, may be considered when awarding CMAQ funding, although those benefits do not establish eligibility on their own.

There is no set limit on the number of applications an applicant may submit or the amount of funding for which an applicant can apply.  However, applicants should keep in mind the state receives a limited amount of CMAQ funding on an annual basis.

Projects must follow all federal and state guidelines outlined in the KYTC LPA Guide.