Federal Register #OMB Number 1121-0235

DOJ Seeks Public Comment on Bulletproof Vest Partnership Program Information Collection

The Department of Justice's Office of Justice Programs is seeking public comments on a proposed revision to the information collection process for the Patrick Leahy Bulletproof Vest Partnership (BVP) Program. - Government Buyer: - Department of Justice (DOJ) - Office of Justice Programs (OJP) - Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) - Program Overview: - BVP Program provides federal funding to help law enforcement agencies purchase armor vests - Federal payments cover up to 50% of the cost for one vest per officer per fiscal year - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) or vendors are named in this notice - Products/Services Requested: - No specific products, part numbers, or quantities are listed - The notice is focused on the information collection process, not on procurement of vests or related services - Unique/Notable Requirements: - The request is for public feedback on the information collection process for the BVP Program - The program is limited to one vest per officer per fiscal year - The information collection authorization is for a three-year period, with renewal required for continued approval

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. This collection pertains to the Patrick Leahy Bulletproof Vest Partnership Program, which assists jurisdictions and law enforcement agencies in purchasing armor vests. The program provides federal payments covering up to 50 percent of local costs for one vest per officer per fiscal year. Public comments are requested within 30 days until July 30, 2026.

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