BJA FY 2026 Byrne State Crisis Intervention Formula Program
This grant funds state crisis intervention courts and related programs, such as ERPOs, mental health, drug, and veterans courts, to improve public safety under the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act.
Funder: Bureau of Justice Assistance
Due Dates: October 6, 2026 (Grants.gov) | October 13, 2026 (JustGrants)
Funding Amounts: Up to $16,015,504 per award; formula-based; no cost sharing required.
Summary: Supports states in creating or enhancing crisis intervention court proceedings and related public safety programs.
Description
This program, administered by the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) under the Office of Justice Programs (OJP), provides formula funding to state governments to establish or enhance crisis intervention court proceedings and related initiatives. The funding supports a range of programs, including extreme risk protection order (ERPO) programs, mental health courts, drug courts, and veterans treatment courts. The initiative is authorized by the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act of 2022 and is designed to advance the U.S. Department of Justice’s mission to improve public safety, uphold the rule of law, and protect vulnerable populations.
