Police agencies could get up to 60% of bulletproof vest costs covered by the federal grant program instead of 50%. The bill also allows up to $60 million a year for the program through 2030, but Congress would still have to approve that money each year.
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Bipartisan Bulletproof Vest Partnership Program Expansion Act is a House bill committee Action. The latest recorded action: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Latest action on H.R. 5391: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Who this affects: This bill mainly affects police agencies that use, or may want to use, the federal bulletproof vest grant program. Smaller departments and agencies with tight budgets could feel the biggest effect because they may have an easier time covering their share. State, local, and tribal governments would still need to pay part of the cost. Federal taxpayers are also affected because the bill would allow a larger federal share and higher authorized funding.
Why this matters: This bill matters because the price of bulletproof vests can strain local budgets, and this bill would let the federal government pick up more of the cost. That could make it easier for some agencies to replace old vests on time. At the same time, it would shift more of the cost to the federal government. The bill also does not guarantee new spending by itself, because Congress would still decide each year how much money to provide.
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Officially: Bipartisan Bulletproof Vest Partnership Program Expansion Act
Police agencies could get up to 60% of bulletproof vest costs covered by the federal grant program instead of 50%. The bill also allows up to $60 million a year for the program through 2030, but Congress would still have to approve that money each year.
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Introduced
Introduced in House
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Latest: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. (9/16/2025)
House Floor Vote
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Passed House
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Senate Review
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