The Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) Fiscal Year 2025 Byrne State Crisis Intervention Training and Technical Assistance (TTA) Program aims to support training and technical assistance providers working with state grantees and subrecipients under the Byrne State Crisis Intervention Program (SCIP). This initiative addresses crisis intervention court proceedings and gun violence reduction efforts, including mental health courts, treatment courts, veterans courts, and extreme risk protection order (ERPO) programs. The program aligns with the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, focusing on supporting state and local jurisdictions in reducing gun violence and enhancing public safety through evidence-based strategies.
The primary objective of the Byrne SCIP TTA Program is to empower state, local, and tribal jurisdictions to effectively implement and manage crisis intervention programs. This includes supporting ERPO programs, court-based crisis intervention initiatives, and broader gun violence reduction strategies. The program emphasizes evidence-based practices, flexible and customizable approaches, measurable outcomes, and strategic collaboration with federal partners and other training providers.
Funding is divided into three categories: Category 1 supports the development and implementation of ERPO programs with an award ceiling of $1.5 million; Category 2 focuses on state, local, and tribal court crisis intervention programs, also with a $1.5 million ceiling; and Category 3 provides overarching training and technical assistance to ensure effective program implementation across jurisdictions, with an award ceiling of $1 million. The anticipated period of performance is 48 months, starting on October 1, 2025.
Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations with or without 501(c)(3) status, and institutions of higher education, including tribal institutions, with expertise in managing training and technical assistance for evidence-based criminal justice programs. No cost-sharing or matching funds are required. Applicants may submit more than one application if each addresses a distinct project.
Proposals must include a detailed plan addressing the objectives of their selected category, a project timeline, and measurable performance outcomes. Applications will be reviewed based on need, project goals, design and implementation plan, capabilities, and budget feasibility. Required deliverables include monthly status reports, training resources, toolkits, self-assessment tools, and program-specific evaluations.
Performance metrics will focus on tracking engagement, program outcomes, and the effectiveness of training and technical assistance activities. Award recipients must submit quarterly financial reports, semi-annual performance reports, and final comprehensive reports. Recipients must also comply with federal civil rights laws, financial management requirements, and administrative conditions outlined in the grant.
Key deadlines include the submission of the SF-424 form in Grants.gov by March 12, 2025, and the full application in JustGrants by March 19, 2025. Award notifications are expected by September 30, 2025.
