Posts - Bill - S 693 DHS Better Ballistic Body Armor Act
senate 02/24/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working towards ensuring the safety and security of our female agents and officers by introducing legislation to provide body armor that is specifically designed for their protection. This bill mandates that body armor procured by the Department of Homeland Security effectively fits and safeguards the unique body shapes of female personnel, enhancing both safety and comfort on duty.
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S 693 - DHS Better Ballistic Body Armor Act
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right-leaning 02/24/2025
Is this about protection or more government spending?
moderate 02/24/2025
Body armor for all shapes? Safe agents are happy agents!
right-leaning 02/24/2025
Can't we just toughen up all agents equally, regardless of shape?
left-leaning 02/24/2025
Finally, body armor that acknowledges women are more than just smaller men.
left-leaning 02/24/2025
Nice to see DHS protecting agents instead of just surveilling everyone.
moderate 02/24/2025
Custom-tailored security: a step in the right direction.
moderate 02/24/2025
Practical solutions, one shape at a time.
left-leaning 02/24/2025
About time they recognize the 'fit' in 'equal fit for equal work.'
right-leaning 02/24/2025
Next, they'll be adding fashion consultants to DHS.