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Improved Body Armor for Female Homeland Security Officers

New rules aim to ensure that female officers of the Department of Homeland Security receive body armor that is better fitted to their body shapes and provides greater safety. This means protective gear will be more effective, enhancing the safety of those who protect us.
Key points
Requirement to purchase body armor specifically designed for women, ensuring better fit and protection.
Armor must meet strict testing standards, including tests on female-shaped mannequins, to prevent ricochets.
The Department of Homeland Security will regularly report on progress in implementing the new body armor.
Within three years, all female officers whose duties require body armor must be issued new, compliant equipment.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_10322
Sponsor: Rep. McIver, LaMonica [D-NJ-10]
Process start date: 2024-12-06
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

DHS Better Ballistic Body Armor Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_10322.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-12-06.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requirement to purchase body armor specifically designed for women, ensuring better fit and protection.
  • Armor must meet strict testing standards, including tests on female-shaped mannequins, to prevent ricochets.
  • The Department of Homeland Security will regularly report on progress in implementing the new body armor.
  • Within three years, all female officers whose duties require body armor must be issued new, compliant equipment.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. McIver, LaMonica [D-NJ-10].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Border Security and Enforcement.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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