arrow_back Back to App

Increased Federal Support for Bulletproof Vest Programs for Law Enforcement.

This act increases federal financial support for programs that purchase bulletproof vests for police officers and other law enforcement personnel. This means local communities and agencies will find it easier to equip their officers with essential protective gear, potentially enhancing their safety while on duty.
Key points
Increases the federal share of bulletproof vest purchase costs from 50% to 60%.
Authorizes $60 million annually for the program from 2026 through 2030, ensuring stable funding.
Enhances the safety of law enforcement officers through improved access to protective equipment.
article Official text account_balance Process page
Introduced
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_5391
Sponsor: Rep. Deluzio, Christopher R. [D-PA-17]
Process start date: 2025-09-16
Lustra uses Artificial Intelligence. Verify details in source documents.
Summarized by: gemini-2.5-flash-preview-05-20
Source data: api.congress.gov
AI work logs for this document launch

OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Bipartisan Bulletproof Vest Partnership Program Expansion Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_5391.

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 2025-09-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increases the federal share of bulletproof vest purchase costs from 50% to 60%.
  • Authorizes $60 million annually for the program from 2026 through 2030, ensuring stable funding.
  • Enhances the safety of law enforcement officers through improved access to protective equipment.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Deluzio, Christopher R. [D-PA-17].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

CATEGORIES

Security Public Investments