Allows police officers to request and be reimbursed for ballistic armor vests classified as level III or higher.

The bill amends the executive law to allow police officers to request and be reimbursed for ballistic armor vests classified as level III or higher. It prohibits the commissioner from denying an application for reimbursement based on the vest classification. Police departments must give officers the option to choose a vest classified as level III or higher when purchasing vests. The commissioner will promulgate regulations for vest selection and reimbursement, considering factors such as weight, ballistic specifications, and commercial availability.

Allows police officers to request and be reimbursed for ballistic armor vests classified as level III or higher.

The bill amends the executive law to allow police officers to request and be reimbursed for ballistic armor vests classified as level III or higher. It prohibits the commissioner from denying an application for reimbursement based on the vest classification. Police departments must give officers the option to choose a vest classified as level III or higher when purchasing vests. The commissioner will promulgate regulations for vest selection and reimbursement, considering factors such as weight, ballistic specifications, and commercial availability.