New FY24 Forensic Science Improvement Grants Program: Boosting Public Safety through Enhanced Medical Examiner and Coroner Services Samantha Johnson, April 30, 2024 The FY24 Paul Coverdell Forensic Science Improvement Grants Program is now providing both competitive and formula funding opportunities. This program aims to improve forensic science and medical examiner/coroner services provided by state and local government-operated laboratories. State administering agencies are eligible to apply for both formula and competitive funds, while units of local government can only apply for competitive funds. To take advantage of these funding opportunities, interested parties should learn about the program’s requirements and guidelines. It is crucial to submit the application before the specified deadlines to be considered for funding. By applying for these grants, agencies can make significant improvements to their forensic science and medical examiner/coroner services, ultimately benefiting the communities they serve. Science