BJS FY 2026 Criminal History Record Assessment and Research Program (CHRARP)
This grant supports converting state and federal criminal history records into standardized research datasets to improve recidivism statistics and data analysis for the Bureau of Justice Statistics.
Funder: Bureau of Justice Statistics
Due Dates: September 21, 2026 (Grants.gov submission) | September 28, 2026 (JustGrants full application)
Funding Amounts: Up to $1,750,000 total for one award; project period is 36 months.
Summary: Supports the conversion and standardization of state and federal criminal history records into research-ready datasets, advancing recidivism research and statistical analysis.
Description
This funding opportunity from the Bureau of Justice Statistics (BJS) seeks a partner to assist in converting state- and federal-specific fields in criminal history records into standardized research datasets, supporting BJS’s mission to generate accurate and timely statistics on recidivism and criminal histories. The selected recipient will work closely with BJS to refine data crosswalks, enhance coding accuracy, and analyze variations in administrative records across jurisdictions. The program also involves supporting at least two new research studies on criminal offending and recidivism, developing data management plans, and providing technical and statistical expertise for high-quality data products and analysis.
