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New rules for first responder equipment purchases

This act introduces new rules for first responders seeking to purchase innovative equipment that may not yet meet all national standards. This allows emergency services faster access to modern technologies, potentially improving their effectiveness in crises and enhancing public safety. The process will be overseen to ensure responsible use of public funds.
Key points
Facilitates the purchase of innovative equipment for first responders, even if national standards are not yet established for it.
Establishes a uniform review process for grant applications for such equipment, considering its use by federal agencies and the Armed Forces.
Ensures new equipment better addresses the needs of responders than equipment meeting existing standards.
An independent review will assess the new process after three years to check its effectiveness and transparency.
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Print number: 118_HR_3254
Sponsor: Rep. Payne, Donald M., Jr. [D-NJ-10]
Process start date: 2023-05-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

First Responder Access to Innovative Technologies Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_3254.

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 2023-05-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Facilitates the purchase of innovative equipment for first responders, even if national standards are not yet established for it.
  • Establishes a uniform review process for grant applications for such equipment, considering its use by federal agencies and the Armed Forces.
  • Ensures new equipment better addresses the needs of responders than equipment meeting existing standards.
  • An independent review will assess the new process after three years to check its effectiveness and transparency.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Became Law.

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. Payne, Donald M., Jr. [D-NJ-10].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Became Public Law No: 118-165.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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