The Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program allows states, tribes, and local governments to support a broad range of activities to prevent and control crime based on their own local needs and conditions.
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Now Accepting Applications
- Application Deadline: Wednesday, August 12, 2026, by 11:59 PM (Central Time)
- Apply Here: [Link to Application]
- Submit to: agogrants@nd.gov
There is a possibility that federal funds may be delayed at the time of application. Award decisions will be made based on when funds are received from the federal government.
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Eligible Recipients (Fiscal Host Required)
- State or local governments
- Tribal Nations
- Non-government victim/witness assistance programs
- Domestic violence programs
Must:
- Support JAG purpose areas
- Be registered with SAM.gov
- Have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and be in good standing
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Funding Overview
To support a broad range of activities to prevent and control crime based on their own local needs and conditions.
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Authorized Uses
Funding can support state and local initiatives, technical assistance, training, personnel, equipment, supplies, contractual support, and information systems for criminal justice for one or more of the following purpose areas:
- Law enforcement programs
- Prevention/education
- Corrections/community corrections
- Drug treatment
- Prosecution/courts
- Planning/evaluation/technology improvement programs
- Crime victim and witness programs (excluding compensation)
- Mental health programs related to law enforcement and corrections programs
- Programs to purchase and operate unmanned aircraft systems
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Prohibited Uses
- Supplanting existing state and local funds
- Vehicles, vessels, or aircraft
- Construction projects
- Luxury items
- Real Estate
- Lobbying, research, or fundraising
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Application and Award Timeline
- July: Notice of funding
- August 12: Application deadline
- September: Drug and Violent Crime Policy Board meets
- October: Awards/denials sent
- January 2027: Projects begin (dependent on federal funding approval)
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Award Details
Grant Period
- Start Date: January 1, 2027
- End Date: December 31, 2027
Continued funding beyond this period is not guaranteed. Applicants should plan for sustainability through local or alternative funding sources.
Reporting Requirements
This is a reimbursement-based grant. All submitted expenses must include full and detailed documentation, including:
- Invoices
- Timesheets and payroll records
This grant has a 35% local cash match requirement for JAG funding
Required Reports:
- Quarterly SFR (Summary Financial Report)
- Payment request system
- Semi-Annual Progress Reports
- Reimbursement may be withheld for incomplete or late reports
Additional Requirements:
- Site visits or desk reviews may be conducted
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Evaluation Criteria
- Application quality
- Risk assessment
- Demonstrated need
- Project feasibility
- Criminal justice impact
- Agency coordination
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Additional Notes
- JAG funding originates from the U.S. DOJ Bureau of Justice Assistance
- Federal rules may change – contracts may be revised or canceled
- Technical assistance available: 701-328-2210ask for Grants Management