Federal Register #2026-13150

DOJ Requests Comments on Information Collection for Bulletproof Vest Partnership Program

The Department of Justice (DOJ), through the Office of Justice Programs, is seeking public comments on a revised information collection for the Patrick Leahy Bulletproof Vest Partnership (BVP) Program. - Government Buyer: - Department of Justice (DOJ) - Office of Justice Programs - Purpose: - The BVP Program provides financial assistance to state, local, and tribal governments for purchasing armor vests for law enforcement officers - Federal funds 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 administrative process for collecting information from jurisdictions and agencies seeking to participate in the BVP Program - Unique or Notable Requirements: - The request is solely for comments on the information collection process, not for the procurement of vests or related equipment - Eligibility is limited to state, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies - The program covers only one vest per officer per fiscal year - No technical specifications or product requirements are provided in this notice

Description

The Department of Justice's Office of Justice Programs is requesting comments on the revision of a previously approved information collection related to the Patrick Leahy Bulletproof Vest Partnership Program. This program assists states and local and tribal governments in providing armor vests to law enforcement officers, covering up to 50% of local costs for one vest per officer per fiscal year. The information collection supports the administration of this program and is required to obtain or retain benefits. Comments are accepted until July 30, 2026.

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