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FY2019 DNA Capacity Enhancement for Backlog Reduction (CEBR) Program - Pennsylvania State Police

Award Information

Award #
2019-DN-BX-0086
Funding Category
Formula
Location
Congressional District
Status
Closed
Funding First Awarded
2019
Total funding (to date)
$1,412,741

Description of original award (Fiscal Year 2019, $1,412,741)

The Pennsylvania State Police, Bureau of Forensic Services, will reduce the number of backlogged DNA cases, reduce turnaround time, and increase productivity per forensic analyst with funds from this award. The BFS will fund overtime for analysts to screen and analyze DNA cases, purchase supplies for DNA analysis, and upgrade or replace existing equipment. By increasing the capacity of the laboratory, the turnaround time and number of backlogged cases should be decreased.

NCA/NCF

Date Created: September 13, 2019