Texas Vehicle Armor Grant Now Open: $5 Million in Funding for Law Enforcement Agencies

April 17, 2026

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Equip your fleet with NIJ-compliant vehicle armor under Texas House Bill 2217

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Protecting Those Who Protect Us

The FY2026 Texas Vehicle Armor Grant — authorized under Texas House Bill 2217—is now open for applications. This state-funded program provides $5 million in available funding to help law enforcement agencies across Texas equip patrol and service vehicles with bullet-resistant components that meet or exceed NIJ Level IIIA protection.

The initiative aims to enhance officer safety statewide by supporting agencies in acquiring ballistic door panels, windshields, and windows designed to protect peace officers in the line of duty.

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Applications are due by November 20, 2025, at 5:00 PM CST.

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View the official grant announcement on eGrants.gov.texas.gov

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Grant Overview

The Texas Vehicle Armor Grant is available to:

State agencies, counties, municipalities, and educational institutions operating law enforcement agencies
Departments employing peace officers under Article 2A.001 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure

Eligible projects may include bullet-resistant components such as vehicle door panels, windshields, and windows, tested to NIJ Level protection or higher protection.

Angel Armor specializes in ballistic door panel solutions that qualify under these NIJ requirements.

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Funding Details

Total Funding: $5,000,000
Match Requirement: None
Minimum/Maximum Award: None
Early Project Start Date: March 1, 2026
Project Period: Up to 12 months
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Agencies must submit and certify their applications through the Texas eGrants Portal.

Angel Armor: Your Vehicle Protection Partner

Angel Armor is proud to support this initiative with NIJ-compliant vehicle armor solutions that meet the requirements outlined in Texas House Bill 2217.

Our Avail® Ballistic Door Panels—available in NIJ Level IIIA and Level III+ protection packages—deliver advanced ballistic performance without compromising vehicle function or officer comfort.

As a trusted armor partner serving law enforcement agencies across Texas, our Vehicle Armor Experts can help your department:

Identify qualifying Avail® Vehicle Armor Solutions
Prepare a compliant and complete grant applicationEnsure accurate product documentation
Navigate the NIJ standard (0108.01) self-certification process

Learn more about the Avail® Ballistic Door Panels →
Contact our Vehicle Armor Team for personalized support.

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How to Apply

Register your agency at eGrants.gov.texas.gov.
Review eligibility requirements on the Texas Vehicle Armor Grant resource page.
Complete and certify your application before the November 20, 2025 deadline.
Submit supporting documents, including your Cybersecurity Training Certification, UCR data compliance, and CEO/Law Enforcement Certifications and Assurances Form.
Reach out to Angel Armor for assistance in selecting qualifying products and preparing documentation.

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Why Act Now

Texas is leading the charge in officer protection through targeted vehicle armor funding. With no match requirement and limited-time availability, this grant represents a significant opportunity for agencies to strengthen their vehicle safety programs without additional budget strain.

Angel Armor stands ready to help departments across Texas take full advantage of this funding opportunity—offering compliant, field-tested vehicle armor solutions backed by a team dedicated to protecting those who protect others.

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