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Ballistic Armor Made in America Act of 2026
5/21/2026, 8:08 AM
Summary of Bill HR 8656
The bill titled "To require the Department of Justice to procure ballistic-resistant body armor manufactured using domestic ballistic fibers" was introduced in the 119th Congress on May 4, 2026. The bill aims to mandate the Department of Justice to purchase ballistic-resistant body armor made with domestic ballistic fibers, emphasizing the use of domestically sourced materials for protective gear.
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Current Status of Bill HR 8656
Bill HR 8656 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 4, 2026. Bill HR 8656 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on May 4, 2026. Bill HR 8656's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of May 4, 2026
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8656
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
14Democrat Cosponsors
1Republican Cosponsors
13Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8656
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8656
To require the Department of Justice to procure ballistic-resistant body armor manufactured using domestic ballistic fibers.
To require the Department of Justice to procure ballistic-resistant body armor manufactured using domestic ballistic fibers.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 8656
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