BJA FY 2026 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program?State Formula

The Department of Justice’s Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) is issuing a FY 2026 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) – State Formula notice. The grant provides formula‑based funding to eligible state administering agencies to support a wide range of criminal‑justice activities, including hiring personnel, purchasing equipment, contracting services, training, technical assistance, and information‑system development across eleven program areas. Applicants must be designated state agencies; the competition is expected to receive about 56 applications. The funding ceiling for the entire program is $21.48 million, with no minimum award. The solicitation opens 25 August 2026 and closes 18 September 2026. No pre‑bid meeting or site visit is required. • Federal grant (CFDA 16.738) for state‑level criminal‑justice initiatives • Eligible applicants: state governments only • Funds may be used for personnel, equipment, contracts, training, technical assistance, and IT systems • Application window: 08/25/2026 – 09/18/2026 • No mandatory pre‑bid meeting or site visit • Total program ceiling: $21,479,876 (no floor) • Expected ~56 applications, competitive but open to all eligible states