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CLOSING THIS WEEK: The #MedalOfValor recognizes public safety officers in law enforcement, firefighting, and emergency services who demonstrated exceptional acts of service. Prepare your nominations today: bja.ojp.gov/program/medalofv…
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Applications for FY25 Strengthening the Medical Examiner-Coroner System Program are due on Oct 6. This funding program is designed to support initiatives to addresses capacity challenges within the Medical Examiner/Coroner system. Apply Now: bja.ojp.gov/funding/opportun…
BJA Funding Available | FY25 Strengthening the Medical Examiner-Coroner System Program | Grants.gov deadline: 10/06/2025 | JustGrants deadline: 10/13/2025

ALT BJA Funding Available | FY25 Strengthening the Medical Examiner-Coroner System Program | Grants.gov deadline: 10/06/2025 | JustGrants deadline: 10/13/2025

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NEW | #DYK @OJPgov’s BJA is funding assistance for covering the costs associated with postconviction case review, evidence location and DNA testing in violent felony cases? Don’t miss the chance to apply for FY25 Post Conviction Testing of DNA Evidence! bja.ojp.gov/funding/opportun…
BJA Funding Available | FY25 Post Conviction Testing of DNA Evidence | Grants.gov deadline: 10/10/2025 | JustGrants deadline: 10/17/2025

ALT BJA Funding Available | FY25 Post Conviction Testing of DNA Evidence | Grants.gov deadline: 10/10/2025 | JustGrants deadline: 10/17/2025

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FINAL REMINDER: 2024-2025 Medal of Valor. Nominate public safety officers in #LawEnforcement, #firefighting and #EmergencyServices who have demonstrated outstanding acts of service in the line of duty. Submit your nominations by Friday, October 3: bja.ojp.gov/program/medalofv…
Medal of Valor Honoring Federal, State, Local, & Tribal Public Safety Officers | Nomination Period Open August 4, 2025 - October 3, 2025

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#DYK BJA is funding initiatives that address capacity challenges within the Medical Examiner/Coroner system? Don’t miss the chance to apply for FY25 Strengthening the Medical Examiner-Coroner System Program! Apply by October 6: bja.ojp.gov/funding/opportun…
BJA Funding Available | FY25 Strengthening the Medical Examiner-Coroner System Program | Grants.gov deadline: 10/06/2025 | JustGrants deadline: 10/14/2025

ALT BJA Funding Available | FY25 Strengthening the Medical Examiner-Coroner System Program | Grants.gov deadline: 10/06/2025 | JustGrants deadline: 10/14/2025
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DEADLINE ALERT: Recognize public safety officers in #LawEnforcement, #firefighting and #EmergencyServices for their extraordinary acts of service. BJA will accept nominations through October 3, 5:00 p.m. ET: bja.ojp.gov/program/medalofv…
Medal of Valor Honoring Federal, State, Local, & Tribal Public Safety Officers | Nomination Period Open Aug. 4, 2025 - Oct. 3, 2025

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New funding opportunity! The @OJPgov BJA FY25 Harold Rogers Prescription Drug Monitoring Program supports initiatives to enhance the capacity to collect and analyze controlled substance prescription data. More: bja.ojp.gov/funding/opportun… #OJPFunding
BJA Funding Available | FY25 Harold Rogers Prescription Drug Monitoring Program | Grants.gov deadline: 10/27/2025 | JustGrants deadline: 11/03/2025

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New funding alert! The FY25 Office of Justice Programs Community Based Violence Intervention and Prevention Initiative grant is now open! @OJPgov’s BJA is supporting law enforcement efforts initiatives to reduce violent crime and improve strengthen police-community relations!
BJA Funding Available | FY25 Office of Justice Programs Community Based Violence Intervention and Prevention Initiative | Grants.gov deadline: 10/27/2025 | JustGrants deadline: 11/03/2025

ALT BJA Funding Available | FY25 Office of Justice Programs Community Based Violence Intervention and Prevention Initiative | Grants.gov deadline: 10/27/2025 | JustGrants deadline: 11/03/2025

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Apply here: bja.ojp.gov/funding/opportun… #OJPFunding

FY25 Office of Justice Programs Community Based Violence Intervention and Prevention Initiative |...

This funding opportunity supports law enforcement efforts to reduce violent crime and improve police-community relations through a range of cross-sector enforcement, prevention, and intervention...

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New funding opportunity! The @OJPgov BJA FY25 Prosecuting Cold Cases Using DNA grant supports prosecutors in the investigation and prosecution of violent cold case crimes. Apply today! bja.ojp.gov/funding/opportun… #OJPFunding
BJA Funding Available | FY25 Prosecuting Cold Cases Using DNA | Grants.gov deadline: 10/27/2025 | JustGrants deadline: 11/03/2025

ALT BJA Funding Available | FY25 Prosecuting Cold Cases Using DNA | Grants.gov deadline: 10/27/2025 | JustGrants deadline: 11/03/2025
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FUNDING ALERT! @OJPgov’s BJA FY25 Body-Worn Camera Policy and Implementation Program to Support Law Enforcement Agencies will help establish or expand body-worn camera programs. Apply: bja.ojp.gov/funding/opportun… #OJPFunding
BJA Funding Available | FY25 Body-Worn Camera Policy and Implementation Program to Support Law Enforcement Agencies | Grants.gov deadline: 10/27/2025 | JustGrants deadline: 11/03/2025

ALT BJA Funding Available | FY25 Body-Worn Camera Policy and Implementation Program to Support Law Enforcement Agencies | Grants.gov deadline: 10/27/2025 | JustGrants deadline: 11/03/2025
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NEW! Looking to improve forensic science and medical examiner/coroner services? @OJPgov’s BJA FY25 Paul Coverdell Forensic Science Improvement – Formula Grants Program is now accepting applications! Apply here: bja.ojp.gov/funding/opportun… #OJPFunding
BJA Funding Available | FY25 Paul Coverdell Forensic Science Improvement - Formula Grants Program | Grants.gov deadline: 10/27/2025 | JustGrants deadline: 11/03/2025

ALT BJA Funding Available | FY25 Paul Coverdell Forensic Science Improvement - Formula Grants Program | Grants.gov deadline: 10/27/2025 | JustGrants deadline: 11/03/2025
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New funding! @OJPgov’s BJA’s grant to improve forensic science and medical examiner/coroner services is open! bja.ojp.gov/funding/opportun… #OJPFunding
BJA Funding Available | FY25 Paul Coverdell Forensic Science Improvement - Competitive Grants Program | Grants.gov deadline: 10/27/2025 | JustGrants deadline: 11/03/2025

ALT BJA Funding Available | FY25 Paul Coverdell Forensic Science Improvement - Competitive Grants Program | Grants.gov deadline: 10/27/2025 | JustGrants deadline: 11/03/2025
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FUNDING ALERT! @OJPgov’s BJA is assisting in covering the costs associated with postconviction case review, evidence location and DNA testing in violent felony cases. Apply now for the FY25 Post Conviction Testing of DNA Evidence! bja.ojp.gov/funding/opportun… #OJPFunding
BJA Funding Available | FY25 Post Conviction Testing of DNA Evidence | Grants.gov deadline: 10/10/2025 | JustGrants deadline: 10/17/2025

ALT BJA Funding Available | FY25 Post Conviction Testing of DNA Evidence | Grants.gov deadline: 10/10/2025 | JustGrants deadline: 10/17/2025
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FUNDING OPPORTUNITY! @OJPgov’s BJA is supporting initiatives to improve the reporting, transportation, forensic processing and identification of missing persons and unidentified human remains cases.
BJA Funding Available | FY25 Missing and Unidentified Human Remains (MUHR) Program | Grants.gov deadline: 10/10/2025 | JustGrants deadline: 10/17/2025

ALT BJA Funding Available | FY25 Missing and Unidentified Human Remains (MUHR) Program | Grants.gov deadline: 10/10/2025 | JustGrants deadline: 10/17/2025

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Apply for the FY25 Missing and Unidentified Human Remains (MUHR) Program! bja.ojp.gov/funding/opportun… #OJPFunding

FY25 Missing and Unidentified Human Remains (MUHR) Program | Bureau of Justice Assistance

This program supports efforts to improve the reporting, transportation, forensic processing, and identification of missing persons and unidentified human remains cases.

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Agency heads! Don’t forget to nominate public safety officers for the #MedalOfValor. Nominators can submit more than one nomination. The submission deadline is October 3: bja.ojp.gov/program/medalofv…
Medal of Valor Honoring Federal, State, Local, & Tribal Public Safety Officers | Nomination Period Open Aug.4, 2025 - Oct. 3, 2025 | Image of a firetruck and helicopter

ALT Medal of Valor Honoring Federal, State, Local, & Tribal Public Safety Officers | Nomination Period Open Aug.4, 2025 - Oct. 3, 2025 | Image of a firetruck and helicopter
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#MedalOfValor Story: Fallen Senior Special Agent John Francis Capano of @atfhq was off duty when he encountered an armed robbery. He confronted the suspect and engaged in a struggle that proved to be fatal. He was awarded the Medal of Valor posthumously.
Medal of Valor Honoring Federal, State, Local, & Tribal Public Safety Officers | Nomination Period Open August 4, 2025 - October 3, 2025

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Do you know public safety officers who have exhibited a great act of courage? Find out if they qualify for the Medal of Valor: bja.ojp.gov/program/medalofv…

Public Safety Officer Medal of Valor | Bureau of Justice Assistance

The Medal of Valor is awarded to public safety officers who have shown exceptional courage in the effort to save or protect human life.

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FUNDING WEBINAR: FY25 Competitive DNA Capacity Enhancement for Backlog Reduction (CEBR) Program - Notice of Funding Opportunity Webinar September 24, 2025, 2:00 pm ET Attend a virtual presentation on eligibility and requirements for submitting an application.
BJA Funding Available | FY25 DNA Capacity Enhancement for Backlog Reduction (CEBR) - Competitive Grants Program | Grants.gov deadline: 10/22/2025 | JustGrants deadline: 10/29/2025

ALT BJA Funding Available | FY25 DNA Capacity Enhancement for Backlog Reduction (CEBR) - Competitive Grants Program | Grants.gov deadline: 10/22/2025 | JustGrants deadline: 10/29/2025

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Register here: bja.ojp.gov/events/fy25-comp…

FY25 Competitive DNA Capacity Enhancement for Backlog Reduction (CEBR) Program - Notice of Funding...

Register to participate in this webinar.

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