HR 8724 United States House · 119th Congress

Providing Resources and Oversight for Tactical Equipment to Communities and Troops Act

This bill updates the rules for transferring excess military tactical equipment to state and local law enforcement agencies. It requires the Department of Defense to create standardized procedures for consulting with state officials and prioritizes transfers for counterdrug, counterterrorism, disaster preparedness, and border security efforts. The legislation also mandates that state coordinators receive annual training on compliance and property management to ensure proper handling of the equipment. Finally, it establishes a requirement for the Defense Logistics Agency to conduct biennial reviews and submit public reports on the program's effectiveness and compliance to Congress.
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Introduced May 11, 2026 Last action May 11, 2026
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