SCIP-2026 Federal Grant Award Summary

The Nebraska Supreme Court, Administrative Office of the Courts & Probation received a formula grant award of $412,809 from the Administration on Children, Youth and Families (ACYF) under the State Court Improvement Program (CFDA 93.586). The award, effective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2027, supports the state's efforts to enhance the quality and effectiveness of court processes related to child welfare, family preservation, and adoption proceedings. The funded activities enable the Nebraska courts to conduct assessments that identify systemic barriers to timely and effective judicial decision-making, with emphasis on improving legal representation and judicial practices in cases involving child safety, permanency, and family well-being.

Through this two-year funding period, the Nebraska Supreme Court will leverage the formula grant to support court improvement initiatives that benefit vulnerable populations including children, youth, and families involved in the state's child welfare system. The program provides flexibility for the court to design and implement targeted improvements in court operations and processes while maintaining compliance with federal requirements. As a formula program recipient, Nebraska is eligible to submit renewal applications every five years with annual updates, subject to continued satisfactory progress and compliance with federal grant terms and conditions.