The Secret Service-Local Law Enforcement Partnership Act of 2026 establishes a federal grant program to reimburse state, local, tribal, and territorial law enforcement agencies for costs associated with protecting the private residences and offices of certain government officials and their families. Eligible law enforcement agencies can receive reimbursement only for expenses that exceed their normal operating costs, such as officer overtime for patrols around protected properties and specialized security equipment approved by the Secret Service. The bill authorizes $61 million annually for fiscal years 2026 through 2028 to fund these grants, which will be administered by the Department of Homeland Security. The legislation includes strong oversight provisions, requiring annual audits by the DHS Inspector General and detailed reporting to Congress on how funds are spent, including the specific number of officer hours dedicated to protection and a complete list of equipment purchased. Agencies must submit implementation reports within 180 days and comply with recommendations from a prior DHS Inspector General investigation.
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