State Advisory Groups

State Advisory Groups (SAGs) were established in the Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Act (JJDPA). In each state or U.S. territory, a SAG may be known by an alternative title, such as a “commission” or “council.” Under the JJDPA, the Governor or Chief Executive of all states, territories, and the District of Columbia that choose to participate in the Act are required to appoint individuals who are knowledgeable about juvenile justice and delinquency prevention to the SAG. The SAG provides input into their state’s use of JJDPA funds. It is also responsible for supporting compliance with the core requirement of the JJDPA and providing information about the Act’s requirements to state and local policymakers.

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Council of SAGs

The Council of SAGs comprises Chairs/Chair-designees from State Advisory Groups in good standing as members of CJJ. The Chair/Chair-designees of the member SAGs serve as voting representatives to the Council. The Council meets at least yearly and conducts ongoing business throughout the year. Any changes made to the CJJ Bylaws must be approved by the Council of SAGs. In addition, the Council elects the officers (National Chair, Vice Chair, Immediate Past Chair, Treasurer/Secretary, Youth Chair, and Ethnic and Cultural Diversity Chair) of the CJJ Executive Board.