H.R. 8774: Bulletproof Law Enforcement Vehicles Act
This bill, known as the Bulletproof Law Enforcement Vehicles Act, aims to amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to allow certain types of financial assistance for enhancing the security of law enforcement vehicles. Here are the key points of the bill:
Financial Assistance for Vehicle Security
The bill proposes to give the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) the authority to approve financial assistance specifically for vehicle security upgrades. This includes:
- Upgrading vehicles to enhance their protective capabilities.
- Installing bulletproof windows as part of these upgrades.
Revisions to Existing Legislation
To implement this, the bill makes amendments to the existing section of the Homeland Security Act. It includes:
- Redesignating a current subsection that relates to financial assistance.
- Inserting a new subsection that specifies the approved uses of this financial assistance for vehicle security enhancements.
Purpose and Context
The intent behind this bill is to improve the safety of law enforcement personnel during their duties by enabling them to equip their vehicles with enhanced security measures. The provision for bulletproof features aims to address concerns about their vulnerability in potentially dangerous situations.
Target Audience
The bill primarily targets law enforcement agencies, enabling them to access funding for vehicle upgrades meant to protect officers in the field.
Relevant Companies
- Ford Motor Company (F) - As a major manufacturer of police vehicles, Ford may benefit from increased demand for upgraded law enforcement vehicles equipped with security enhancements.
- General Motors Company (GM) - Similarly, GM could see a rise in orders for law enforcement vehicles that incorporate enhanced safety features as supported by this bill.
- Streetsmart Tech (currently not public) - This company produces bulletproof glass and may see increased sales opportunities if more law enforcement agencies look to upgrade their vehicles.
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Sponsors
8 bill sponsors
Actions
3 actions
| Date | Action |
|---|---|
| May. 13, 2026 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Oversight, Investigations, and Accountability. |
| May. 12, 2026 | Introduced in House |
| May. 12, 2026 | Referred to the House Committee on Homeland Security. |
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