Search Results: keywords:"law enforcement equipment"

  • H. R. 8432 — To codify Executive Order 13809, and for other purposes.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:254

    H.R. 8432, titled the "Protect Our Police Act," aims to make Executive Order 13809 into law, as it was on August 28, 2017. This Executive Order allows state, tribal, and local law enforcement agencies to access certain life-saving equipment and resources. The bill also...

    Simple Explanation

    H.R. 8432, or the "Protect Our Police Act," is like a giant toolbox being shared with police officers so they can help keep everyone safe. It also tries to make sure that new rules don't take away their important tools.

  • S. 4305 — To improve the effectiveness of body armor issued to female agents and officers of the Department of Homeland Security, and for other purposes.
    Status:Reported to Senate
    Words:1,993

    S. 4305, known as the “DHS Better Ballistic Body Armor Act,” aims to enhance the body armor given to female agents and officers in the Department of Homeland Security. The bill requires the purchase of body armor specifically designed for body shapes typical of female...

    Simple Explanation

    The bill wants to make body armor better for women working in the Department of Homeland Security by making sure it fits them properly and protects them well.