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Bulletproof Upgrades for Law Enforcement Vehicles

Also known as: Bulletproof Law Enforcement Vehicles Act

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Key Points

  • This bill, introduced by Representative Tony Gonzales, would change federal law to allow local and state police departments to use federal grant money for vehicle security upgrades.
  • The proposal specifically allows Department of Homeland Security funds to be used for installing bulletproof windows and other protective armor on law enforcement cars and trucks.
  • The goal is to help police departments afford expensive safety equipment that protects officers from gunfire while they are inside their vehicles.
  • By making these upgrades an approved use of federal money, the bill aims to increase officer safety during patrols and high-risk calls without requiring departments to find new local funding.

Milestones

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Jan 30, 2026House

Referred to the House Committee on Homeland Security.

Jan 30, 2026

Introduced in House

Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

Bulletproof Law Enforcement Vehicles Act

Bill NumberHR 7285
Congress119th Congress
ChamberHouse of Representatives
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Homeland Security.

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