The Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program (JAG) was designed to streamline justice funding and grant administration. The program blended funding for Edward Byrne Memorial State and Local Law Enforcement Assistance (also known as ADAA) and Local Law Enforcement Block Grant programs to provide agencies with the flexibility to prioritize and place justice funds where they are needed most.
JAG funds can be used for state and local initiatives, technical assistance, training, personnel, equipment, supplies, contractual support, and information systems for criminal justice for any one or more of the following purpose areas:
- Law enforcement.
- Prosecution and court programs.
- Prevention and education programs.
- Corrections and community corrections.
- Drug treatment and enforcement.
- Crime victim and witness initiatives.
- Planning, evaluation, and technology improvement programs.
ILLINOIS EDWARD BYRNE MEMORIAL JUSTICE ASSISTANCE GRANT (JAG) STRATEGIC PLAN - 2024-2029
The JAG strategic plan was developed by ICJIA staff as the culmination of research work completed over four years. Research staff conducted surveys, engaged in process and outcome evaluations of criminal justice programming, analyzed crime and public health data, reviewed and summarized research on best practices, and examined the scope of available criminal justice resources across the state.
The ICJIA Board established the Ad Hoc JAG Committee to ensure that the JAG strategic plan was designed in consultation with stakeholders from local governments and representatives of all segments of the criminal justice system. That committee was charged with reviewing crime and justice system data in relation to the JAG priority areas and proposing funding priorities and goals for the next five years. The Committee’s recommendations for five-year JAG funding priorities and goals are presented here.
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Related to Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program
The JAG Strategic Plan for 2024-2029 outlines a comprehensive framework to enhance criminal justice practices in Illinois.
ICJIA requests public input for promoting successful and effective Justice Assistance Grant programming. Respond by October 10, 2024.
The Illinois Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Strategic Plan for 2024-2029 outlines a comprehensive framework to enhance criminal justice practices in Illinois. The plan emphasizes evidence-based strategies to address key issues within the justice system. The strategic plan was developed with input from a diverse group of stakeholders, including law enforcement, judiciary, public health, and community organizations. Key priorities in the plan include addressing mental health and substance use disorders among justice-involved individuals; reducing violent and firearm-related crimes; and supporting victims and witnesses of crime. Additionally, the plan aims to improve criminal justice planning, data analysis, and the integration of technology to enhance data capture and sharing. The plan also emphasizes the importance of supporting public defense services and addressing housing needs for those involved with the justice system. The strategic planning process involved analyzing crime data, reviewing past funding allocations, and incorporating stakeholder feedback through surveys and listening sessions. The plan will guide the allocation of JAG funds to effectively support state and local initiatives to improve justice outcomes, advance system reforms, promote racial equity, and support underserved communities in Illinois.
Apply now for grants to support programs that address individuals’ co-occurring behavioral health, substance misuse, and housing needs and reduce their involvement in the criminal justice system.
Apply now for grants to support programs that address individuals’ co-occurring behavioral health, substance misuse, and housing needs and reduce their involvement in the criminal justice system. Application deadline: April 4, 2025.
ILLINOIS CRIME AND CRIMINAL JUSTICE TRENDS: The following pages present brief snapshots of crime and criminal justice trends at state and regional levels. These are intended to present overviews drawn from available data.
The Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority (ICJIA), the state administering agency for the federal Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program (JAG), is seeking public input on its federal fiscal year 2021 JAG application.
ICJIA, the state administering agency for the federal Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program (JAG), is seeking public input on its federal fiscal year 2022 JAG application. JAG funds can be used for state and local initiatives, technical assistance, training, personnel, equipment, supplies, contractual support, and information systems for criminal justice in any of the purpose areas. In its application for these funds, ICJIA will submit a program narrative that includes a five-year strategic plan to be approved by the ICJIA Board. You are invited to comment on these priorities.
The Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority is requesting grant proposals that address co-occurring disorders for people involved in the justice system. Grants will be made with FFY21and FFY22 Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) funds.
The Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority is requesting proposals for Comprehensive Law Enforcement Response to Violent Crime Category 1 Violent Crime Prosecution Program grants. Grants will be made with FFY21 Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) funds.
The Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority is requesting proposals for grants to the Comprehensive Law Enforcement Response to Violent Crime, Category 2 Multijurisdictional Violent Crime Enforcement program. Grants will be made with Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) FFY21 funds.
Justice Assistance Grant Ad Hoc Committee
May 21, 2024 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority
Location: Via Webex Video Conference/Teleconference
We are looking for an experienced and strategic Program Manager to work at the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority in the Federal and State Grants Unit (FSGU). FSGU offers a rich environment for a self-driven person with experience. The Program Manager responsibilities include managing a team of grant specialists, refining the grant administration process, writing and editing components of Notices of Funding Opportunities (NOFOs), ensuring compliance with grant regulations, reviewing grant proposals, managing grant databases, and reviewing progress and financial reports. The ideal candidate for this role should have superior organizational skills, and exceptional budgeting and monitoring skills. The Program Manager will reinforce relationships with grantees and will aid in serving the public by leading a team to ensure grantee success in effective and growing programs.
Public notice is hereby given that the Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Ad Hoc Committee will conduct a public meeting on 12/5/2023, at 10 a.m. by WebEx. All interested parties are invited to attend and will be given the opportunity for public comment.
We are looking for an experienced and strategic Program Manager to work at the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority in the Federal and State Grants Unit (FSGU). FSGU offers a rich environment for a self-driven person with experience. The Program Manager responsibilities include managing a team of grant specialists, refining the grant administration process, writing and editing components of Notices of Funding Opportunities (NOFOs), ensuring compliance with grant regulations, reviewing grant proposals, managing grant databases, and reviewing progress and financial reports. The ideal candidate for this role should have superior organizational skills, and exceptional budgeting and monitoring skills. The Program Manager will reinforce relationships with grantees and will aid in serving the public by leading a team to ensure grantee success in effective and growing programs.
Public notice is hereby given that the Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Ad Hoc Committee will conduct a public meeting on 4/19/2023, at 10am by WebEx. All interested parties are invited to attend and will be given the opportunity for public comment.
Public notice is hereby given that the Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Ad Hoc Committee will conduct a public meeting on 4/18/2023, at 10am by WebEx. All interested parties are invited to attend and will be given the opportunity for public comment.
Public notice is hereby given that the Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Ad Hoc Committee will conduct a public meeting on 4/17/2023, at 10am by WebEx. All interested parties are invited to attend and will be given the opportunity for public comment.
The Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority is requesting proposals for grants for the FFY19 Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Addressing Transportation Barriers in Illinois Communities program.
The Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority is requesting grant proposals for Violent Crime Reduction in Illinois Communities (VCRIC) program grants. A total of $1 million in FFY19 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) funding is available through this solicitation for use over a period of 36 months.
The Illinois Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Strategic Plan for 2024-2029 outlines a comprehensive framework to enhance criminal justice practices in Illinois. The plan emphasizes evidence-based strategies to address key issues within the justice system. The strategic plan was developed with input from a diverse group of stakeholders, including law enforcement, judiciary, public health, and community organizations. Key priorities in the plan include addressing mental health and substance use disorders among justice-involved individuals; reducing violent and firearm-related crimes; and supporting victims and witnesses of crime. Additionally, the plan aims to improve criminal justice planning, data analysis, and the integration of technology to enhance data capture and sharing. The plan also emphasizes the importance of supporting public defense services and addressing housing needs for those involved with the justice system. The strategic planning process involved analyzing crime data, reviewing past funding allocations, and incorporating stakeholder feedback through surveys and listening sessions. The plan will guide the allocation of JAG funds to effectively support state and local initiatives to improve justice outcomes, advance system reforms, promote racial equity, and support underserved communities in Illinois.