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This bill aims to expand the Patrick Leahy Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant Program by increasing the federal government's financial contribution to local law enforcement agencies for purchasing protective vests. Specifically, the bill raises the federal grant share from 50% to 60% for each eligible jurisdiction, which means that the federal government will now cover a larger portion of the cost of bulletproof vests for police officers. Additionally, the legislation authorizes $60 million in appropriations for each fiscal year from 2026 through 2030 to support the program. The bill, officially named the "Bipartisan Bulletproof Vest Partnership Program Expansion Act," seeks to provide more financial support to help local law enforcement agencies acquire essential protective equipment, potentially improving officer safety by making it easier for departments to purchase bulletproof vests.

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