Opportunity Information: Apply for BJA 2013 3600
Apply for BJA 2013 3600
- The Bureau of Justice Assistance in the law, justice and legal services sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "BJA FY 13 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program FY 2013 State Solicitation" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 16.738 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program.
- This funding opportunity was created on Apr 15, 2013 and posted on Apr 15, 2013.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 30, 2013. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Eligible applicants include: State governments.
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Opportunity Summary:
The BJA FY 13 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program FY 2013 State Solicitation is a mandatory federal grant opportunity administered by the U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA). Often described as the backbone of federal criminal justice funding, the JAG program is designed to deliver flexible, formula-based resources to states so they can strengthen public safety and improve the functioning of their criminal justice systems. Under its authorizing statute (42 U.S.C. 3751(a)), JAG supports a broad set of activities rather than a single narrow initiative, allowing states to address local and statewide priorities across the justice continuum.
This FY 2013 solicitation emphasizes that JAG funds can be used in multiple core program areas, reflecting the reality that effective public safety strategies typically require coordinated work across agencies and disciplines. Allowable areas include law enforcement activities; prosecution and court programs; prevention and education initiatives; corrections and community corrections efforts; drug treatment and drug enforcement; crime victim and witness programs; and planning, evaluation, and technology improvement projects. In practice, that means a state might use funds to enhance investigative capacity, modernize court processes, expand evidence-based supervision practices, support diversion or treatment approaches for substance use, strengthen services for victims and witnesses, or improve information-sharing systems and analytical tools. The program is structured to give states the ability to balance immediate operational needs with longer-term improvements such as evaluation and technology upgrades.
The opportunity is identified by Funding Opportunity Number BJA 2013 3600 and is categorized as a grant in the Law, Justice and Legal Services funding activity area. The CFDA number associated with the program is 16.738 (Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program). Eligibility for this specific solicitation is limited to state governments, reflecting the "state solicitation" focus; local jurisdictions typically access JAG funding through separate allocations and processes, including local JAG awards or pass-through mechanisms managed by the state, depending on program rules and state plans.
From an administrative standpoint, the solicitation was posted on April 15, 2013, with an application closing date of May 30, 2013, and it was later archived on June 29, 2013. The listing shows no cost sharing or matching requirement, which generally lowers barriers to participation and allows states to apply without committing additional non-federal dollars as a condition of the award. The award ceiling and floor are listed as 0 in the source data, which typically indicates that award amounts are determined by the JAG formula allocation and related program guidance rather than a competitively set minimum and maximum in the public listing.
For applicants needing help, the announcement points to an additional information link for the full announcement details. It also provides a technical support contact for application submission issues through the Grants Management System Support Hotline at 1-888-549-9901 (option 3) or by email at GMS.HelpDesk@usdoj.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the BJA FY 13 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program FY 2013 State Solicitation?
It is a mandatory federal grant opportunity administered by the U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA). The JAG program is commonly described as the backbone of federal criminal justice funding because it provides flexible, formula-based resources to help states strengthen public safety and improve the functioning of their criminal justice systems.
Which federal agency administers this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is administered by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA).
What is the purpose of the JAG program?
The purpose is to deliver flexible, formula-based funding to states so they can strengthen public safety and improve their criminal justice systems. Under 42 U.S.C. 3751(a), JAG supports a broad set of activities across the justice continuum rather than a single narrow initiative.
Is this a formula program or a competitive program?
Based on the information provided, JAG is described as providing formula-based resources to states. This indicates award amounts are generally determined by the JAG formula allocation and related program guidance rather than a competitive process with fixed minimums and maximums listed in the public posting.
What types of activities can JAG funds support under this FY 2013 state solicitation?
The solicitation states that JAG funds may be used across multiple core program areas, including:
- Law enforcement activities
- Prosecution and court programs
- Prevention and education initiatives
- Corrections and community corrections efforts
- Drug treatment and drug enforcement
- Crime victim and witness programs
- Planning, evaluation, and technology improvement projects
Can states use JAG funds for both short-term operational needs and longer-term improvements?
Yes. The solicitation emphasizes flexibility, allowing states to balance immediate operational needs with longer-term improvements such as evaluation activities and technology upgrades.
Are there examples of how a state might use these funds?
Examples described include enhancing investigative capacity, modernizing court processes, expanding evidence-based supervision practices, supporting diversion or treatment approaches for substance use, strengthening services for victims and witnesses, and improving information-sharing systems and analytical tools.
What is the authorizing statute cited for the JAG program?
The solicitation cites 42 U.S.C. 3751(a) as the authorizing statute.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number for this solicitation?
The Funding Opportunity Number is BJA 2013 3600.
What is the CFDA number associated with this program?
The CFDA number listed is 16.738 (Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program).
What funding activity area is this opportunity categorized under?
The opportunity is categorized under Law, Justice and Legal Services.
Who is eligible to apply for this specific FY 2013 state solicitation?
Eligibility is limited to state governments, consistent with the "state solicitation" focus.
Can local governments apply directly under this specific solicitation?
The information provided states that eligibility for this specific solicitation is limited to state governments. It also notes that local jurisdictions typically access JAG funding through separate allocations and processes, such as local JAG awards or pass-through mechanisms managed by the state, depending on program rules and state plans.
Is there a cost sharing or matching requirement?
No. The listing indicates there is no cost sharing or matching requirement for this opportunity.
When was this solicitation posted?
The solicitation was posted on April 15, 2013.
What was the application closing date?
The application closing date was May 30, 2013.
Is this opportunity still open?
No. The listing indicates it was archived on June 29, 2013.
What are the award floor and award ceiling for this solicitation?
The award ceiling and floor are both listed as 0 in the source data. The solicitation notes this typically indicates award amounts are determined by the JAG formula allocation and related program guidance rather than a competitively set minimum and maximum shown in the public listing.
Where can applicants find full announcement details?
The announcement references an "additional information" link for the full announcement details.
Who should applicants contact for technical support with application submission?
For application submission issues, the solicitation provides the Grants Management System Support Hotline at 1-888-549-9901 (option 3) or by email at GMS.HelpDesk@usdoj.gov.
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