DOJ Extends VAWA Grant Compliance Checks for Safety Programs
Published Date: 3/19/2026
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The Department of Justice is asking to keep collecting info from groups getting STOP grants to show they follow the Violence Against Women Act rules. This helps make sure funds are used right and keeps the process smooth with electronic forms. Comments on this plan are open until April 20, 2026, so affected groups have a chance to weigh in without extra costs or delays.
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