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Recent News

New Grants and Payment Management Systems Coming October 2020!

On October 15, 2020, the Office of Justice Programs (OJP) will transition to the Justice Grants System (JustGrants) for all grants management activities and to the Department of Treasury's Automated Standard Application for Payments (ASAP) system for grants payments. Learn more about this transition on the Justice Grants Website.

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Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program

The leading source of federal justice funding to state and local jurisdictions, the JAG program provides states, tribes, and local governments with critical funding necessary to support a range of program areas.

Visit the JAG page to learn more
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Sexual Assault Kit Initiative (SAKI)

The goal of the SAKI program is to address the growing number of unsubmitted sexual assault kits in law enforcement custody, and to help provide resolution for victims when possible.

Learn more about SAKI
Responding to COVID-19

 

  • Approximately $850 million was available through the Coronavirus Emergency Supplemental Funding (CESF) program. View CESF award details.
  • Access the Office of Justice Programs (OJP) site for announcements and updates regarding the impact of COVID-19 on OJP grantees.
  • Criminals are attempting to exploit COVID-19 through a variety of scams. Stay informed about common fraud schemes.
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Find Funding and Awards

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Access Resources

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Learn about Programs

Learn about Programs

Learn about the different programs that BJA supports.
Participate in Events

Participate in Events

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