This grant helps states and local governments with crime labs that do DNA analysis to process more DNA samples. The goal is to reduce the backlog of DNA samples waiting to be analyzed and prevent future backlogs. It's a formula grant, meaning the funding is distributed based on a set formula, not a competitive process.
Who it's for: This grant is for states and local governments that have crime labs conducting DNA analysis. If your organization is responsible for processing DNA samples and entering them into the national DNA database, this grant could help you increase your capacity and efficiency.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Not having an existing crime laboratory
- Not conducting DNA analysis
- Not being a state or local government entity
What You May Need
- Proof of existing crime laboratory
- Documentation of current DNA analysis capacity
- Plan to enhance DNA processing capacity
- Registration with the System for Award Management (SAM)
- DUNS number or Unique Entity Identifier (UEI)
- Detailed budget proposal
- Compliance with federal regulations
Cautions
- Ensure your crime lab is currently operational and conducting DNA analysis.
- Funds must be used specifically to enhance DNA processing capacity.
- Strict adherence to federal guidelines and reporting requirements is necessary.
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include public and state institutions of higher education, county governments, state governments, special district governments, and city or township governments. Essentially, any state or local government entity with an existing crime laboratory conducting DNA analysis is eligible to apply.
Overview
This grant is for states and local governments that have crime labs conducting DNA analysis. If your organization is responsible for processing DNA samples and entering them into the national DNA database, this grant could help you increase your capacity and efficiency.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Not having an existing crime laboratory
- Not conducting DNA analysis
- Not being a state or local government entity
Use of Funds
The funds can be used to enhance the capacity of crime labs to process DNA samples. This includes purchasing new equipment, hiring additional staff, or other improvements that help reduce the backlog of DNA samples awaiting analysis.
Expected Awards
140
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Sep 21, 2026
- Deadline
- Oct 29, 2026(37 days)
Application Checklist
- Verify eligibility as a state or local government with a crime lab
- Gather documentation of current DNA processing capabilities
- Develop a plan to increase DNA processing capacity
- Register with SAM and obtain a UEI
- Prepare a detailed budget proposal
- Ensure compliance with all federal regulations