BJS FY 2026 State Justice Statistics Program for Statistical Analysis Centers
Supports state Statistical Analysis Centers to collect, analyze, and publish criminal justice statistics for state planning and BJS priorities.
RESTRICTED TO: STATE LOCAL GOV
⚑ State SACs only; a public university cannot apply directly unless it is the designated SAC · Cooperative agreement · Focus is statistical data collection, analysis, and publication for criminal justice planning, not research per se
Unit fits — one characterization, each unit's own rules
| IPPRA | 15 none | university cannot apply directly (ineligible) |
| Tom Love Innovation Hub | 15 none | deep-tech content; no commercialization signal |
| Physical Sciences & Engineering (demo) | 15 none | university cannot apply directly (ineligible) |
Description
The State Justice Statistics Program (SJS) enhances the Statistical Analysis Centers’ (SACs) capabilities to collect, analyze, and publish statistical data that support the states’ strategic criminal justice planning needs and BJS and national priorities. The information produced by SACs and their involvement in criminal justice projects is critical to federal, state, and local criminal justice agencies and community organizations as they develop programs and policies related to crime, illegal drugs, victim services, and the administration of justice.
Eligibility
State SACs are the only entities eligible to apply for funds under the SJS program. Applicants must meet the requirements for a SAC as specified in these guidelines.
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View on Grants.gov → CONTACT: Bureau of Justice Statistics <AskBJS@usdoj.gov>
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