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A bill to improve the effectiveness of body armor issued to female law enforcement agents and officers of the Federal Government, and for other purposes.
8/2/2024, 10:56 AM
Summary of Bill S 4970
Bill 118 s 4970, also known as the "Female Body Armor Modernization Act," aims to enhance the protection and effectiveness of body armor issued to female law enforcement agents and officers of the Federal Government. The bill recognizes that the current body armor available may not adequately fit or protect female officers, putting them at a higher risk of injury in the line of duty.
The key provisions of the bill include:
1. Requiring the Department of Justice to conduct a comprehensive review of the body armor currently issued to female law enforcement agents and officers to identify any gaps in protection and fit. 2. Directing the Department of Justice to develop and implement a plan to modernize and improve the body armor issued to female officers, ensuring that it meets the highest standards of protection and comfort. 3. Providing funding for the procurement and distribution of updated body armor to female law enforcement agents and officers across federal agencies. 4. Mandating regular assessments and updates to ensure that female officers have access to the most advanced and effective body armor available. Overall, the Female Body Armor Modernization Act seeks to address a critical gap in the protection of female law enforcement officers and ensure that they have the necessary equipment to safely and effectively carry out their duties.
The key provisions of the bill include:
1. Requiring the Department of Justice to conduct a comprehensive review of the body armor currently issued to female law enforcement agents and officers to identify any gaps in protection and fit. 2. Directing the Department of Justice to develop and implement a plan to modernize and improve the body armor issued to female officers, ensuring that it meets the highest standards of protection and comfort. 3. Providing funding for the procurement and distribution of updated body armor to female law enforcement agents and officers across federal agencies. 4. Mandating regular assessments and updates to ensure that female officers have access to the most advanced and effective body armor available. Overall, the Female Body Armor Modernization Act seeks to address a critical gap in the protection of female law enforcement officers and ensure that they have the necessary equipment to safely and effectively carry out their duties.
Current Status of Bill S 4970
Bill S 4970 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since August 1, 2024. Bill S 4970 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on August 1, 2024.  Bill S 4970's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. as of August 1, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4970
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4970
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4970
A bill to improve the effectiveness of body armor issued to female law enforcement agents and officers of the Federal Government, and for other purposes.
A bill to improve the effectiveness of body armor issued to female law enforcement agents and officers of the Federal Government, and for other purposes.
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