R2023-235 Resolution Authorizing the Certifications and Assurances of the 2023 Byrne Justice Assistance Grant

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subrecipient. Any such certifications must be maintained by the JAG award recipient and made available to OJP upon request. A mandatory wear concept and issues paper and a model policy are available from the BVP Customer Support Center, which can be contacted at vests(Dusdoi.gov or toll free at 1-877-758-3787. Additional information and FAQs related to the mandatory wear policy and certifications can be found in the JAG FAQs. Apart from the JAG Program, BJA provides funds under the Patrick Leahy Bulletproof Vest Partnership (BVP) Program. The BVP Program provides funding to state and local law enforcement agencies for the purchase of ballistic-resistant and stab-resistant body armor. For more information on the BVP Program, including eligibility and an application, refer to the BVP webpage. JAG award recipients should note, however, that funds may not be used for any part of the 50 percent match required by the BVP Program. Death in Custody Reporting Act (DCRA) — The Death in Custody Reporting Act of 2013 (Public Law 113-242) requires states to report to the Attorney General information regarding the death of any person who is detained, under arrest, in the process of being arrested, en route to be incarcerated, or incarcerated at a municipal or county jail, state prison, state-run boot camp prison, boot camp prison that is contracted by the state, any state or local contract facility, or other local or state correctional facility (including any juvenile facility). To comply with DCRA, JAG State Administering Agencies (SAAs) are responsible for collecting data on a quarterly basis from local entities including local jails, law enforcement agencies, medical examiners, and other state agencies and submitting the data to BJA. Units of local government are strongly encouraged to cooperate with DCRA data collection efforts within their state. Interoperable Communications — Units of local government (including any subrecipients) that are using FY 2023 JAG funds for emergency communications activities should comply with the SAFECOM Guidance for Emergency Communication Grants (SAFECOM Guidance), including provisions on technical standards that ensure and enhance interoperable communications. The SAFECOM Guidance is an essential resource for entities applying for federal financial assistance for emergency communications projects. It provides general information on eligible activities, technical standards, and other terms and conditions that are common to most federal emergency communications programs. Specifically, the SAFECOM Guidance provides guidance to applicants on: • Recommendations for planning, coordinating, and implementing projects. • Emergency communications activities that can be funded through federal grants. • Best practices, policies, and technical standards that help to improve interoperability. • Resources to help grant recipients comply with technical standards and grant requirements. Page 17 of 38 O-BJA-2023-171790