BJA FY 2026 John R. Justice (JRJ) Formula Grant Program

The Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) is offering the FY 2026 John R. Justice (JRJ) Formula Grant to provide loan‑repayment assistance to local, state, and federal prosecutors and public defenders who commit to at least three years of continued public service. State governments will administer the program through a designated agency, solicit applications from eligible attorneys, and disburse partial loan repayments directly to the beneficiaries’ loan servicers. The grant ceiling is $120,000 per award, and the program aims to attract and retain qualified legal professionals in the public sector. • Eligible beneficiaries: prosecutors and public defenders at local, state, and federal levels. • Commitment required: minimum three years of continued service after receiving assistance. • Funding: up to $120,000 per award for loan repayment. • Application window: Sep 25 2026 – Nov 03 2026. • Administered by: state‑designated agencies under BJA oversight. • No pre‑bid meeting or site visit required. • Primary contact: OJP Response Center (BJA).