Opportunity Information: Apply for 2009 BJS 2181
Apply for 2009 BJS 2181
- The Bureau of Justice Statistics in the information and statistics sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "NICS Act Record Improvement Program for States and State Court Systems" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 16.813 NICS Act Record Improvement Program.
- This funding opportunity was created on Apr 9, 2009 and posted on Apr 9, 2009.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 22, 2009. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 50 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- The NICS Improvement Act provides that the grants authorized are to be made in a manner consistent with the National Criminal History Improvement Program (NCHIP). The NARIP applications must be submitted by (a) the agency designated by the Governor to administer the NCHIP program (b) the state or territory central administrative office or similar entity designated by statute or regulation to administer federal grant funds on behalf of the jurisdictions court system or (c) separately for both entities.
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Opportunity Summary:
The NICS Act Record Improvement Program for States and State Court Systems (NARIP) is a federal grant opportunity administered by the Bureau of Justice Statistics (BJS) to help states and state court systems improve the quality, completeness, and reporting of records that are used for firearm background checks through the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS). The program stems from the NICS Improvement Amendments Act, which not only authorizes financial assistance to support better reporting to NICS, but also establishes record completeness goals and includes potential grant-related penalties for states that do not make adequate progress toward those goals. In practical terms, the program is designed to strengthen the pipeline of disqualifying and other relevant records (such as certain criminal history and court disposition information) so that NICS can more accurately and consistently determine whether a person is prohibited from receiving a firearm.
This particular posting (Funding Opportunity Number 2009-BJS-2181) is a discretionary funding opportunity using a cooperative agreement, meaning BJS anticipates having an active role in monitoring, guiding, or coordinating aspects of the work rather than issuing a simple pass-through award. The funding activity category is listed as Information and Statistics, reflecting the program focus on record systems, data quality, and reporting practices. For fiscal year 2009, Congress appropriated $10 million for the program, and BJS anticipated making up to 50 awards, indicating an intent to spread funding broadly across many states, territories, and/or eligible administering entities.
Eligibility is structured around how states typically manage criminal history and court information systems and how they administer related federal justice grants. The solicitation explains that NARIP grants must be awarded in a manner consistent with the National Criminal History Improvement Program (NCHIP). Because of that linkage, applications are required to come from one of the following: the agency designated by the Governor to administer NCHIP; the state or territory central administrative office (or a similar entity) that is legally designated to administer federal grant funds on behalf of the jurisdiction's court system; or separate applications submitted by both of those entities. This setup is meant to ensure the applicant has the appropriate statewide authority and administrative capacity to carry out upgrades, coordinate among agencies, and implement changes that affect statewide reporting to NICS.
The opportunity was posted on April 9, 2009, with an application closing date of May 22, 2009, and it was later archived on June 21, 2009. The listing indicates there was no cost sharing or matching requirement, which generally lowers the barrier to participation and allows states and courts to propose work based on need and impact rather than the availability of state matching funds. For applicants that could not access the full announcement online, the contact listed was Lisa Price Grear, Program Analyst, at (202) 616-3561, reflecting the standard federal practice of providing a program contact for technical assistance and solicitation questions.
Overall, the grant opportunity centers on helping states meet the NICS Act's expectations for more complete and timely records, while making clear that continued access to certain federal grant funding can be affected by a state's performance against record completeness benchmarks. The core purpose is to improve the underlying data systems and interagency processes that feed NICS so that firearm background checks can rely on more accurate and comprehensive information from states and state courts.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the NICS Act Record Improvement Program (NARIP)?
The NICS Act Record Improvement Program for States and State Court Systems (NARIP) is a federal grant opportunity administered by the Bureau of Justice Statistics (BJS). It supports efforts to improve the quality, completeness, and reporting of records used in firearm background checks conducted through the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS).
What is the main goal of NARIP?
The program is designed to strengthen the pipeline of disqualifying and other relevant records so NICS can more accurately and consistently determine whether a person is prohibited from receiving a firearm. This includes improving the completeness and timeliness of records such as certain criminal history and court disposition information that feed into background check determinations.
Which federal agency administers this opportunity?
This opportunity is administered by the Bureau of Justice Statistics (BJS).
What is the Funding Opportunity Number for this posting?
The Funding Opportunity Number listed for this posting is 2009-BJS-2181.
What type of award is this (grant vs. cooperative agreement)?
This posting is a discretionary funding opportunity using a cooperative agreement. That means BJS anticipated having an active role in monitoring, guiding, or coordinating aspects of the work, rather than issuing a simple pass-through award.
What is the funding activity category?
The funding activity category is listed as Information and Statistics, reflecting the focus on record systems, data quality, and reporting practices.
How much funding was appropriated for this program in FY 2009?
For fiscal year 2009, Congress appropriated $10 million for the program.
How many awards did BJS anticipate making?
BJS anticipated making up to 50 awards.
Who is eligible to apply for NARIP under this solicitation?
Applications were required to come from one of the following, consistent with how NARIP grants must be awarded in a manner aligned with the National Criminal History Improvement Program (NCHIP):
- The agency designated by the Governor to administer NCHIP; or
- The state or territory central administrative office (or a similar entity) that is legally designated to administer federal grant funds on behalf of the jurisdiction's court system; or
- Separate applications submitted by both of the above entities.
Why does the solicitation tie NARIP eligibility to NCHIP administration?
The solicitation explains that NARIP grants must be awarded in a manner consistent with NCHIP. This structure is intended to ensure the applicant has statewide authority and administrative capacity to carry out upgrades, coordinate among agencies, and implement changes that affect statewide reporting to NICS.
What kinds of records does NARIP focus on improving?
The opportunity emphasizes improving records used for firearm background checks through NICS, including disqualifying and other relevant records such as certain criminal history records and court disposition information.
How does this program relate to the NICS Improvement Amendments Act?
NARIP stems from the NICS Improvement Amendments Act, which authorizes financial assistance to support better reporting to NICS and establishes record completeness goals. The Act also includes potential grant-related penalties for states that do not make adequate progress toward those completeness goals.
Are there performance expectations tied to record completeness?
Yes. The program description notes that the underlying law establishes record completeness goals, and that a state's progress toward those goals can affect continued access to certain federal grant funding.
Is there a cost sharing or match requirement?
No. The listing indicates there was no cost sharing or matching requirement for this opportunity.
When was this funding opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on April 9, 2009.
What was the application closing date?
The application closing date was May 22, 2009.
When was the opportunity archived?
The listing indicates the opportunity was archived on June 21, 2009.
Who was the listed point of contact for applicants who could not access the full announcement online?
The contact listed was Lisa Price Grear, Program Analyst, at (202) 616-3561.
What does it mean that BJS expected an "active role" under a cooperative agreement?
Based on the solicitation description, a cooperative agreement indicates BJS anticipated being involved in monitoring, guiding, or coordinating aspects of the project work, rather than only issuing funds with minimal involvement.
What is the overall purpose of this opportunity for states and state courts?
Overall, the opportunity is centered on improving the underlying data systems and interagency processes that feed NICS so background checks can rely on more accurate and comprehensive information from states and state court systems, while supporting states in meeting the NICS Act's expectations for more complete and timely records.
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