Grants for Education, Prevention, and Early Detection of Radiogenic Cancers and Diseases

Radiation Exposure Screening and Education Program
CFDA 93.257 Active Grant

Program Funding

Annual program obligations reported to SAM.gov.

Latest annual funding (estimated)
$1.7M FY2026
$1.7M
FY24
$1.7M
FY25
$1.7M
FY26*
* estimated

Funded Projects

Examples of what this program has supported.

FY2025 FY2024 Accomplishments: Since 2002, RESEP awardees have assisted in the filing of over 4,952 claims for compensation under the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA). During this period, claimants who sought assistance from RESEP grantees have enjoyed a claim approval rate of 85.5%. The RECA authority was reauthorized in 2024 to continue through 2027. RESEP awardees will continue to support communities across the nation with appropriate screening and referrals for radiogenic diseases and continue outreach and education activities on radiogenic diseases and the importance of early detection and provide appropriate information and referral resources for preventive services.

Program Objective

The Radiation Exposure Screening and Education Program aims to screen individuals described under section 4 (a) (1)(A)(i) and 5(a)(1)(A) of the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (42 U.S.C. 2210 note) for cancer as a preventative health measure. Also, to provide the appropriate referrals for medical treatment, ensure the provision of appropriate follow-up services, as well as develop and disseminate public information and education programs for the detection, prevention, and treatment of radiogenic cancers and diseases.

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants

  • U.S. State Government
  • Local Government Consortium
  • Federally Recognized Tribal Government
  • Nonprofit Organization

State (includes District of Columbia, public institutions of higher education and hospitals), Local (includes State-designated lndian Tribes, excludes institutions of higher education and hospitals, Public nonprofit institution/organization (includes institutions of higher education and hospitals), Federally Recognized lndian Tribal Governments, Specialized group (e.g. health professionals, students, veterans), Native American Organizations (includes lndian groups, cooperatives, corporations, partnerships, associations)
The following entities, (located within the approved states of Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oregon, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, Washington or Wyoming) are eligible to apply for the funds: (1) National Cancer Institute-designated cancer centers; (2) Department of Veterans Affairs hospitals or medical centers; (3) Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC), community health centers or hospitals; (4) agencies of any state or local government, includes any state department of health that currently provide direct health care services; (5) IHS health care facilities, including programs provided through tribal contracts, compacts, grants, or cooperative agreements with the IHS and which are determined appropriate to raising the health status of Indians; including federally-recognized Tribal Government and Native American Organizations, and (6) nonprofit organizations.

Beneficiaries

  • U.S. State Government
  • Federally Recognized Tribal Government
  • Nonprofit Organization
  • Local Government Consortium

Pub. L. No. 119-21 made significant changes to the eligibility criteria under RECA. Please refer to the Department of Justice Civil Division RECA website https://www.justice.gov/civil/reca for a complete list of claimant categories that comprise the qualifying individuals RESEP services support.

How to Apply

Award Procedure

Notification is made in writing by a Notice of Award.

Decision Timeline

  • Approval: > 180 Days

Approximately 180 days.

Program details & compliance

Description

The Radiation Exposure Screening and Education Program aims to screen individuals described under section 4 (a) (1)(A)(i) and 5(a)(1)(A) of the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (42 U.S.C. 2210 note) for cancer as a preventative health measure. Also, to provide the appropriate referrals for medical treatment, ensure the provision of appropriate follow-up services, as well as develop and disseminate public information and education programs for the detection, prevention, and treatment of radiogenic cancers and diseases.

Mission Categories

Primary: General Health and Medical

Use of Funds

Allowed Uses

Awards are made to organizations that develop new or expand existing capacity to provide screening, referrals for medical treatment, education, and eligibility assistance for eligible individuals. Restrictions on the Use of Grant Funds: (1) grant funds may not be used to pay for inpatient services; (2) grant funds may not be used to make cash payments to intended recipients of primary health care services or specialty care; (3) grant funds may not be used to supplant other provider/third party coverage payments available to the patient; and (4) grant funds may not be used to purchase or improve real property (other than minor remodeling of existing improvements to real property) or to purchase major medical equipment without the approval of the HRSA Grants Management Office.

Required Documentation

Applicants should review the individual HRSA notice of funding opportunity issued under this listing for any required proof or certifications which must be submitted prior to or simultaneous with submission of an application package. 2 CFR 200, Subpart E - Cost Principles applies to this program.

Reporting & Compliance

Audit Required
Yes — Annual
Records Retention
3 years

Applicable 2 CFR 200 Subparts

  • Subpart B — General Provisions
  • Subpart C — Pre-Federal Award Requirements
  • Subpart D — Post-Federal Award Requirements
  • Subpart E — Cost Principles
  • Subpart F — Audit Requirements

Contacts

Sachi Khushu, Program Coordinator — Program Coordinator
3014432466
Federal Office of Rural Health Policy, Rockville, MD 20857
Data from SAM.gov Federal Assistance Listings. Source published: 2026-01-09. Spec v2.0. Last synced: 2026-05-30 02:32:12.