Grant Due: FY 2022 Postconviction Testing of DNA Evidence

  • 6/27/2022
  • Author: Tina Dykstra
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Grant Due: FY 2022 Postconviction Testing of DNA Evidence

WHAT DOES IT FUND? This program provides funding to help defray the costs (e.g., additional personnel, overtime, testing supplies, and services) associated with postconviction DNA testing for violent felony offenses (as defined by state law) in which actual innocence might be demonstrated.  Click here for more information.

WHO'S ELIGIBLE? State, county, city, and townships governments, and public and State controlled institutions of higher education

WHEN'S IT DUE? June 27, 2022

Grant Due: FY 2022 Family and Youth Services Bureau: Basic Center Program

  • 6/27/2022
  • Author: Tina Dykstra
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Grant Due: FY 2022 Family and Youth Services Bureau: Basic Center Program 

WHAT DOES IT FUND? This program seeks to provide emergency shelter and counseling services to runaway and homeless youth, under the age of 18, who have left home without the permission of their parents or guardians; have been forced to leave their home; cannot live safely with a parent, legal guardian, or relative; have no other safe, alternative living arrangement; or other homeless youth who might otherwise end up in contact with law enforcement or in the child welfare, mental health, or juvenile justice systems. Click here for more information.

WHO'S ELIGIBLE? Public and nonprofit entities and combinations of such entities

WHEN'S IT DUE? June 27, 2022

Grant Due: FY 2022 Ethnic Community Self-Help Program

  • 6/27/2022
  • Author: Tina Dykstra
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Grant Due: FY 2022 Ethnic Community Self-Help Program

WHAT DOES IT FUND? The purpose of this program is to support ethnic community-based organizations in providing refugee populations with critical services to assist them in becoming integrated members of American society. Click here for more information.

WHO'S ELIGIBLE? State, county, city, township, and special district governments, independent school districts, institutions of higher education, Native American tribal governments and organizations, public housing authorities and Indian housing authorities, and nonprofits

WHEN'S IT DUE? June 27, 2022

Grant Due: FY 2022 Employer Engagement Program

  • 6/27/2022
  • Author: Tina Dykstra
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Grant Due: FY 2022 Employer Engagement Program

WHAT DOES IT FUND? This program aims to strengthen employer engagement in the integration and self-sufficiency of eligible Afghan entrants within the community. Program support will fund efforts by local organizations to create networks of employers offering work-based English Language Learner and job skills training to eligible employees, which will help create stability in the workforce as well as help ensure employers have dedicated staff to meet the needs of their company. Click here for more information.

WHO'S ELIGIBLE? Public and private nonprofit agencies, including state, county, city, or township governments, special district governments, independent school districts, Native American tribal governments and organizations, public housing authorities and Indian housing authorities, and institutions of higher education

WHEN'S IT DUE? June 27, 2022

Grant Due: 2022 Patrick Leahy Bulletproof Vest Partnership (BVP)

  • 6/27/2022
  • Author: Tina Dykstra
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Grant Due: 2022 Patrick Leahy Bulletproof Vest Partnership (BVP) 

WHAT DOES IT FUND? The purpose of this program is to provide critical resources to state, local, and tribal jurisdictions for the purchase of bullet-resistant body armor for law enforcement officers. Click here for more information.

WHO'S ELIGIBLE? Local governments, Native American tribes, and state and territorial governments

WHEN'S IT DUE? June 27, 2022

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Overview

The Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) serves as the primary vehicle through which Congress authorizes U.S. Army Corps of Engineers civil works projects and establishes policy frameworks for water resource development nationwide. Enacted on a biennial schedule, WRDAs provide congressional authorization for USACE to conduct feasibility studies, construct flood risk reduction projects, improve navigation infrastructure, restore aquatic ecosystems, and assist with environmental infrastructure development.
Since the enactment of WRDA 1986, Congress has used these omnibus authorization bills to both create new USACE authorities and refine existing programs based on evolving national priorities and lessons learned from program implementation. Recent WRDAs have addressed critical issues including drought resilience, water supply development, infrastructure modernization, and support for economically disadvantaged communities.
The most recent legislation, the Water Resources Development Act of 2024 (WRDA 2024, P.L. 118-272), continued Congress's bipartisan commitment to strengthening America's water infrastructure by authorizing new construction projects, modifying existing authorities, and establishing updated policy guidance for USACE operations. WRDA 2024 also authorized five new regional environmental infrastructure programs, each incorporating flexible delivery mechanisms that allow federal assistance to be provided through grants or reimbursements to nonfederal sponsors.
Authorization through WRDA is typically a prerequisite for USACE activities to receive federal appropriations through the annual Energy and Water Development appropriations process. This two-step framework—authorization followed by appropriation—ensures congressional oversight of both program scope and funding levels.
Section 219 of WRDA 1992, as amended, represents one of USACE's most geographically expansive environmental infrastructure assistance authorities. Originally enacted to authorize design assistance for 18 specific projects, Section 219 has been amended by subsequent Congresses to authorize both design and construction assistance for water-related environmental infrastructure in hundreds of municipalities, counties, and states across the nation.
The Congressional Research Service has identified over 600 environmental infrastructure assistance authorities with cumulative authorizations of appropriations totaling approximately $18.1 billion. Section 219 authorities constitute the majority of these geographically specific project authorizations, covering at least 46 states, the District of Columbia, and four U.S. territories.
Section 219 projects address critical community needs including wastewater treatment facilities, water supply and distribution systems, stormwater management infrastructure, surface water protection, and environmental restoration. These projects support public health, environmental quality, and economic development in communities that have secured congressional authorization for USACE assistance.
Congress has continued to expand Section 219 in recent legislation. WRDA 2022 added 132 new Section 219 authorities and amended 24 existing authorities. WRDA 2024 authorized an additional 193 new Section 219 authorities and amended 53 existing authorities, providing a combined $5.4 billion increase in authorization of appropriations. WRDA 2024 also established a seven-year pilot program to increase the federal cost share from 75 percent to 90 percent for Section 219 projects benefiting economically disadvantaged communities.
Unlike traditional USACE water resource projects, Section 219 assistance does not require completion of the agency's standard feasibility study process. However, projects receiving Section 219 assistance must comply with applicable federal environmental laws, including the National Environmental Policy Act.
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Grant Due: FY 2022 Collaborative Crisis Response and Intervention Training Program

Grant Due: FY 2022 Collaborative Crisis Response and Intervention Training Program

WHAT DOES IT FUND? This program aims to implement transdisciplinary crisis response training to educate and prepare law enforcement, community corrections, and correctional officers so that they are equipped to appropriately interact with people who have behavioral health conditions or intellectual, developmental, or physical disabilities in the course of completing their job responsibilities. Click here for more information.

WHO'S ELIGIBLE? City or township governments, county governments, federally recognized Native American tribal governments, and state governments

WHEN'S IT DUE? June 7, 2022

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Webinar: BEAD and Middle Mile: Post-NOFO Updates for Anchor Institutions

Webinar: BEAD and Middle Mile: Post-NOFO Updates for Anchor Institutions

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Grant Due: FY 2022 Services, Outreach, and Awareness for Labor Trafficking (Lighthouse) Demonstration Program

Grant Due: FY 2022 Services, Outreach, and Awareness for Labor Trafficking (Lighthouse) Demonstration Program

WHAT DOES IT FUND? This program funds projects that will build, expand, and sustain organizational and local capacity to provide direct services, assistance, and referrals for foreign national adults who have experienced labor trafficking. Click here for more information.

WHO'S ELIGIBLE? This program has open eligibility

WHEN'S IT DUE? July 1, 2022

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Grant Due: FY 2022 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program: Local Solicitation

Grant Due: FY 2022 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program: Local Solicitation

WHAT DOES IT FUND? This program supports efforts to prevent or reduce crime and violence. Funds may be used to hire additional personnel and/or purchase equipment, supplies, contractual support, training, technical assistance, and information systems for criminal justice. Click here for more information.

WHO'S ELIGIBLE? Units of local government identified in the JAG allocation list.

WHEN'S IT DUE? July 3, 2022

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Grant Due: FY 2022 Preventing Trafficking of Girls

Grant Due: FY 2022 Preventing Trafficking of Girls

WHAT DOES IT FUND? The purpose of this program is to develop or enhance prevention and early intervention services for girls who are at risk or are victims of sex trafficking. Click here for more information.

WHO'S ELIGIBLE? City or township governments, county governments, Native American tribal governments, nonprofits, and state governments

WHEN'S IT DUE? July 5, 2022

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US Congressional Calendar

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TFG Presents 2025 Congressional Calendar

The Ferguson Group (TFG) compiled a 2025 Congressional Calendar with session and recess dates for the U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. Senate 119th congressional session. 

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