National Forensic Science Improvement Act (NFSIA) Grant
Forecasted
The National Forensic Science Improvement Act Grant from the Kansas Governor's Grants Program funds enhancements to forensic science services in Kansas crime labs and medical examiner offices.
Funder: Kansas Governor's Grants Program
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027: Grant Assurances and Budget Summary submission deadline (projected)
Funding Amounts: Award size determined by population and crime statistics; funding varies annually; typically supports Kansas crime labs and medical examiner offices.
Summary: Supports improvements in forensic science services for Kansas crime laboratories and medical examiner's offices to enhance quality, timeliness, and credibility for the criminal justice system.
Description
The National Forensic Science Improvement Act (NFSIA) Grant, administered by the Kansas Governor's Grants Program, aims to enhance the quality, timeliness, and credibility of forensic science services that support the criminal justice system in Kansas. Funding is allocated based on population and crime statistics and is typically awarded to crime laboratories and medical examiner's offices. The grant supports projects that improve forensic infrastructure, processes, and capabilities, ensuring that forensic evidence is processed efficiently and reliably for law enforcement and judicial needs.
