The Ballistic Armor Made in America Act of 2026 requires the Department of Justice to purchase body armor made with ballistic fibers sourced and manufactured entirely within the United States. The bill affects law enforcement agencies at the federal, state, and local levels that receive Department of Justice grants or use federal funds for body armor purchases. Within 60 days of enactment, manufacturers must disclose where their ballistic fibers are produced, and this information must be published on the National Institute of Justice's official products list within 90 days. The Department of Justice is prohibited from buying body armor containing foreign-made ballistic fibers, with limited exceptions if domestic armor cannot be obtained at market prices or meets certain military procurement standards. The bill also requires training for state and local agencies receiving Department of Justice grants to help them understand the new sourcing requirements when purchasing protective equipment.
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