This abstract will be updated when BJA has approved a complete program plan and budget submitted by the grantee reflecting approval of the state's crisis intervention advisory board

This federal Formula Grant award of $3,048,279.00 from the U.S. Department of Justice's Bureau of Justice Assistance (CFDA 16.738 - Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program) supports a range of criminal justice initiatives for the State of New Jersey Department of Law & Public Safety. Key products and services to be delivered include:

Funding for state, local, and tribal law enforcement personnel, equipment, supplies, training, technical assistance, and information systems to enhance public safety, reduce crime, and support innovative approaches to criminal justice challenges. Specific initiatives may focus on areas such as law enforcement, prosecution and courts, crime prevention, corrections, drug treatment and enforcement, victim services, and mental health programs and crisis intervention. The award will also support project grants to address precipitous or extraordinary increases in crime, and ensure compliance with federal regulations like the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA).

The State of New Jersey will serve as the prime grantee and may distribute sub-awards to local law enforcement agencies, county prosecutors' offices, non-profit organizations, and other state entities to implement these criminal justice programs across the state.