This grant helps states, U.S. territories, and certain Indian tribes create or improve their sex offender registration and notification systems. It's part of a law called the Adam Walsh Act, which sets rules for how sex offenders are registered and tracked across the U.S.
Who it's for: This grant is for U.S. states, the District of Columbia, U.S. territories, and federally recognized Indian tribes that have chosen to follow the Adam Walsh Act's rules for sex offender registration.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Not being a state, U.S. territory, or federally recognized Indian tribe
- Not implementing the Adam Walsh Act
- Submitting incomplete applications
- Requesting funds for unallowable costs
- Missing the application deadline
What You May Need
- Completed application form
- Detailed project design
- Budget plan
- Documentation of eligibility
- Compliance with SORNA guidelines
- Registration with NSOPW.gov
- Interjurisdictional information exchange plan
- Advance notice procedure for international travel
- Review of National Guidelines for Sex Offender Registration
Cautions
- Ensure all project costs are allowable under grant guidelines
- Review all SORNA guidelines thoroughly
- Check for updates on SMART.gov for additional guidance
- Be aware of the strict application deadline
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include state governments, the District of Columbia, principal U.S. territories, and federally recognized Indian tribal governments that have elected to implement the Sex Offender Registration and Notification Act (SORNA) as outlined in the Adam Walsh Act.
Overview
This grant is for U.S. states, the District of Columbia, U.S. territories, and federally recognized Indian tribes that have chosen to follow the Adam Walsh Act's rules for sex offender registration.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Not being a state, U.S. territory, or federally recognized Indian tribe
- Not implementing the Adam Walsh Act
- Submitting incomplete applications
- Requesting funds for unallowable costs
- Missing the application deadline
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to develop or improve sex offender registration systems, ensure compliance with national standards, and participate in national databases like NSOPW.gov.
Expected Awards
50
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Oct 9, 2026
- Deadline
- Nov 25, 2026(46 days)
- Last Updated
- Oct 9, 2026
Application Checklist
- Verify eligibility as a state, U.S. territory, or federally recognized Indian tribe
- Review SORNA guidelines on SMART.gov
- Prepare a comprehensive project design
- Draft a detailed budget plan
- Ensure registration with NSOPW.gov
- Plan for interjurisdictional information exchange
- Submit application by November 25, 2026