BJA FY 2026 Residential Substance Abuse Treatment for State Prisoners ? Formula Grants Program

The Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) is issuing a FY 2026 Formula Grant to fund Residential Substance Abuse Treatment (RSAT) programs for state, local, and tribal entities that serve adult and juvenile prisoners. The grant supports the initiation or expansion of evidence‑based substance‑use‑disorder treatment in correctional facilities, preparation for community re‑entry, and provision of community‑based after‑care services. Recipients will receive formula‑based funding (up to $2.2 million) to increase treatment access, improve continuity of care during incarceration and after release, and address co‑occurring mental‑health disorders. • Target applicants: State governments (and potentially local/tribal partners) • Funding mechanism: Formula grant (grant) under CFDA 16.593 • Maximum award ceiling: $2,200,000 (no minimum) • Application window: 8 Oct 2026 – 20 Nov 2026 • Required services: Residential SUD treatment, evidence‑based programming, re‑entry preparation, community‑based after‑care • Expected deliverables: Treatment plans, performance metrics, continuity‑of‑care reporting, compliance with BJA guidelines.