Model Acts Program
Active
- Assistance listing
- 95.006
- Grant awards
- 7 $15,031,859 in federal obligations
Program facts
- Assistance types
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- Project Grant
- Cooperative Agreement
- Treasury account
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- 11-1460-0-1-802
- More information
Program details come from SAM.gov Assistance Listings. Updated . Grant award figures come from USAspending.gov.
About this program
The Executive Office of the President Office of the National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) funds organizations to advise states on establishing and updating laws and policies addressing illicit drug use through the Model Acts Program (CFDA 95.006), with the most recent grant award issued on September 15, 2025.
The program funds research, analysis, and technical assistance on state drug laws; drafting of model legislation on current and emerging illicit drug issues; and maintenance of public web-based resource centers housing state drug laws, statutes, policies, and programs. Grant awards support organizations working directly with state legislatures and associated groups to facilitate enactment of model drug legislation. Recent awards have funded support of law school clinics via subawards as a priority area.
Seven grants totaling 15 million dollars have been awarded since 2015, with award activity occurring in 2015, 2017, 2019, 2021 (two awards), 2023, and 2025. The program awards predominantly Project Grants (six awards, 86 percent) with one Cooperative Agreement (14 percent). Award amounts in recent cycles have ranged from 1.25 million to 2.5 million dollars, with the most recent grant obligating 2.5 million dollars for a 24-month performance period (September 2025 through September 2027).
Applicants must be 501(c)(3) nonprofits (or, in some solicitation cycles, non-501(c)(3) nonprofits) with demonstrated expert knowledge and extensive experience drafting model state drug laws, conducting research and analysis, and providing technical assistance on drug policy. Applications must include a problem statement, program design and implementation plan, organizational capabilities, budget, and performance measures. ONDCP has historically anticipated awarding one grant per solicitation cycle, typically for a two-year period beginning July 1.
A grant opportunity (MAP-MAP-25-001) closed on August 31, 2025. No additional grant opportunities are currently open. The source does not indicate when the next solicitation cycle will open; the program has posted opportunities in April or May of select years.
Objective and description
- Objective
The purpose of the Model Acts Program includes: A) advising states on establishing laws and policies to address illicit drug use issues and (B) revising such model state drug laws and draft supplementary model state laws to take into consideration
- Description
The Model Acts Program serves to advise States on establishing and updating laws and policies tailored to illicit drug use issues within their States.
Eligibility
- Applicant eligibility
Applicants must have expert knowledge and extensive experience in conducting research and analysis, providing technical assistance, and drafting model state drug laws, policies and programs. Applicants must also ensure compliance with all federal laws, regulations, Executive Orders, and public policies governing financial assistance awards.
- Uses of assistance
ONDCP is seeking a provider to: conduct research and analysis on state and local drug laws, policies and programs; draft comprehensive model state drug legislation, revise current model laws and draft supplementary model state laws; and provide technical assistance and maintain a repository and web-based resource center on model state drug laws, policies and programs.
- Length and time phasing of assistance
The grant will be available for 24 months, with extensions possible. Method of awarding/releasing assistance: lump sum.
How to apply
- Criteria for selecting proposals
Applications will not be considered that fail to demonstrate the organization's expertise and extensive experience in drafting model state drug laws, conducting research and analysis, and providing technical assistance on model state drug laws. Application must include: statement of the problem, program design and implementation, capabilities and competencies, budget worksheet and narrative, and performance measures.
- Award procedure
Upon approval by ONDCP, a grant letter and conditions are sent to the grantee electronically.
Grant opportunities
| Opportunity | Status | Posted | Applications due |
|---|---|---|---|
| Model Acts Program | Closed | ||
| Model Acts 2023 | Closed | ||
| Model Acts | Closed | ||
| Model State Drug Laws | Closed | ||
| ONDCP Model State Drug Laws | Closed | ||
| ONDCP Model State Drug Laws Initiative | Closed |
Grant awards
Top recipients by federal obligations
| Rank | Recipient | Federal obligations | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Legislative Analysis And Public Policy Association | $10,198,275 | 68% |
| 2 | National Alliance For Model State Drug Laws | $4,833,584 | 32% |
Federal obligations by fiscal year
| Fiscal year | Federal obligations |
|---|---|
| FY2025 | $2,500,000 |
| FY2023 | $2,698,275 |
| FY2021 | $2,500,000 |
| FY2019 | $2,500,000 |
| FY2018 | -$166,416 |
| FY2017 | $2,500,000 |
| FY2015 | $2,500,000 |
Quick answers
What is Assistance Listing 95.006?
Assistance Listing 95.006 is Model Acts Program, a federal grant program run by Executive Office of the President.
What is the CFDA number for Model Acts Program?
Its CFDA number is 95.006: Assistance Listing numbers were called CFDA numbers before 2018.
How much funding has Assistance Listing 95.006 awarded?
7 grant awards under 95.006 have obligated $15,031,859 in federal funds to 2 recipients.
Who receives the most funding from 95.006?
The recipients obligated the most under Model Acts Program are Legislative Analysis And Public Policy Association ($10,198,275) and National Alliance For Model State Drug Laws ($4,833,584).
How much did 95.006 obligate in fiscal year 2025?
Grants under 95.006 obligated $2,500,000 in federal funds in fiscal year 2025.
Are there open grant opportunities under 95.006?
No opportunity listed under 95.006 is open now. The latest, Model Acts Program, was posted on July 30, 2025.
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