[Bureau of Justice Assistance](https://bja.ojp.gov)

April 21, 2026 (Grants.gov) | April 24, 2026 (JustGrants)

Up to $841,732 per award; approximately 25 awards expected.

Supports jurisdictions not yet in substantial compliance with SORNA to improve sex offender registration and notification systems.

Only applicants invited by BJA (with an official invitation letter) are eligible.

--- ## Description This opportunity supports state governments that have not yet substantially implemented the Sex Offender Registration and Notification Act (SORNA), Title I of the Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act. The program aims to help these jurisdictions enhance their sex offender registration and notification systems to meet federal standards, thereby improving public safety and compliance. Funding is provided to support projects that bring jurisdictions closer to substantial implementation of SORNA requirements. --- ## Due Dates - Grants.gov submission deadline: April 21, 2026 (11:59 pm Eastern) - JustGrants submission deadline: April 24, 2026 (8:59 pm Eastern) --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum award per recipient: $841,732 - Minimum award: No minimum specified - Number of anticipated awards: Approximately 25 - Cost sharing or matching is **not required** --- ## Eligibility - Eligible applicants: **State governments** - Only jurisdictions that have received an official invitation letter from the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) are eligible to apply. - Applicants must demonstrate how their project will move their jurisdiction toward substantial SORNA implementation. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted first through [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/361546) by the April 21, 2026 deadline. - After successful submission in Grants.gov, applicants must complete their submission in [JustGrants](https://justicegrants.usdoj.gov/) by April 24, 2026. - Only invited applicants (as indicated by a BJA invitation letter) may apply. - Refer to the [official program page](https://bja.ojp.gov/funding/opportunities/o-bja-2025-172571) for full solicitation details and instructions. --- ## Additional Information - This is a non-competitive, mandatory funding opportunity. - The program is designed to support the Department of Justice’s mission to uphold the rule of law, safeguard communities, and protect civil rights, with a specific focus on improving sex offender registration and notification. --- ## External Links - [Opportunity Listing on Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/361546) - [Official BJA Program Page & Solicitation](https://bja.ojp.gov/funding/opportunities/o-bja-2025-172571) - [Download Full Solicitation (PDF)](https://www.ojp.gov/funding/docs/bja-2025-172571.pdf) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | |--------------------------|-----------------------------------------|-----------------| | OJP Response Center | [OJP.ResponseCenter@usdoj.gov](mailto:OJP.ResponseCenter@usdoj.gov) | (202)-616-6500 | | General BJA Inquiries | [AskBJA@usdoj.gov](mailto:AskBJA@usdoj.gov) | |

BJA FY25 Invited to Apply—Sex Offender Registration and Notification Act (SORNA)

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