Federal Register #1121-0235

Request for Public Comment on Bulletproof Vest Partnership Program Data Collection

This opportunity involves a request for public input from the Department of Justice's Office of Justice Programs regarding the Patrick Leahy Bulletproof Vest Partnership Program's data collection process. - Government Buyer: - Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs - Program Overview: - The Patrick Leahy Bulletproof Vest Partnership Program provides federal funding to help state, local, and tribal governments purchase armor vests for law enforcement officers - Federal funds may cover up to 50% of the cost of vests - Request Details: - The notice seeks comments on the necessity, accuracy, and burden of the information collection process - No procurement of physical goods or services is involved at this stage - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) or vendors are mentioned - Products/Services: - No specific products, part numbers, or quantities are listed - Unique Requirements: - Focus is on feedback for information collection, not on acquisition of equipment or services

Description

The Office of Justice Programs, Department of Justice (DOJ), is submitting an information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The collection pertains to the Patrick Leahy Bulletproof Vest Partnership Program, which helps protect law enforcement officers by assisting states and local and tribal governments in purchasing armor vests. Applicants may request funds to help purchase one vest per officer per fiscal year, with federal payment covering up to 50 percent of local costs. The program is administered in accordance with 12 U.S.C. 3976 ii et seq. Comments on the proposed collection are requested by June 22, 2026.

View original listing