H.R. 5391 expands the federal government's support for bulletproof vest purchases by law enforcement agencies through the Patrick Leahy Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant Program. The bill increases the federal share of grant funding from 50 percent to 60 percent, meaning the federal government will cover a larger portion of the cost while states and local agencies cover less. The legislation authorizes $60 million in federal funding annually for fiscal years 2026 through 2030 to support this program. This change makes it easier for police departments and other law enforcement agencies to afford protective equipment by reducing the local financial burden. The bill was introduced on a bipartisan basis and is intended to improve officer safety nationwide.
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