Michigan Hazmat Responder Conference

The Michigan Hazmat Responder logo with the dates April 20-22, 2026 above the text Crowne Plaza, Lansing, MI

Welcome to the Michigan Hazmat Responder Conference (MIHRC), an annual event put on by the Michigan State Police, Emergency Management and Homeland Security Training Center. This premier conference is designed for the first responders who are on the frontline of hazmat emergencies, those who support the response to hazmat events, and private industries that deal directly with hazmat.

The MIHRC brings in nationally recognized hazmat speakers, countless vendors with exceptional networking, and multiple hands-on training opportunities. No matter if you are a seasoned responder or new to hazmat, this conference is designed to equip you with knowledge and skills for all things hazmat. With an ever-changing world and the demand for highly trained hazmat professionals growing, don’t miss out on the engaging, informative, and contemporary training that this conference provides.

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Venue and Lodging

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Agenda

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Workshop Descriptions

Vendors and Sponsors

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Sponsorship Opportunities

Hospitality Sponsorship

Michigan Hazmat Responder of the Year Award

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Attendee and Vendor Registration available until March 31.

Attendee early bird discount ends March 5.

No onsite registration allowed.

Lodging at the special conference rate available until March 20.

2026 Sponsors

Premiere Hospitality Sponsor

Technical Environmental Services, Inc. A Corrigan Company.

Silver Sponsors

CSX in dark blue text

Bronze Sponsors

MHRC Sponsor - Youngs Environmental Michigan Spill Response Logo ORTEC in black text with METEK underneath in smaller text

Lanyard Sponsor

CHEMTREC in black text

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Please direct all inquiries to EMHSTC@michigan.gov

This conference is an approved Q Course (Q05M) with the Michigan Fire Fighter's Training Council. Submit a request to your county training committee for the conference registration.

Partial funding for this event is received from the United States Department of Transportation Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness Grant

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