What does Preamble of Supporting Blue Envelope Programs Act do?

This bill authorizes the Attorney General to make grants Grants are for eligible entities to carry out blue envelope programs The bill has other purposes beyond blue envelope programs

What does SHORT TITLE. of Supporting Blue Envelope Programs Act do?

This bill is formally titled Supporting Blue Envelope Programs Act

What does BLUE ENVELOPE GRANT PROGRAM. of Supporting Blue Envelope Programs Act do?

This section establishes the Blue Envelope Grant Program, authorizing the Attorney General to provide grants to eligible entities for creating or supporting blue envelope programs. Priority for grant awards will be given to programs demonstrating scalability, community support, involvement of multiple law enforcement agencies, and engagement with individuals with autism spectrum disorder or developmental disabilities. The Director is directed to ensure a broad geographic distribution of awards, considering the needs of underserved populations. The Director must submit a report to Congress every two years after the initial year of enactment, detailing program implementation, models, and best practices. A publicly accessible online directory of blue envelope programs will be maintained. The Act authorizes $5,000,000 in appropriations for each fiscal year from 2027 through 2031 to carry out the program. Eligible entities include law enforcement agencies partnered with nonprofit organizations, or nonprofit organizations partnered with law enforcement agencies. A 'blue envelope program' provides training and resources for law enforcement on interacting with individuals with disabilities, offers voluntary participation, and provides items like blue envelopes and other materials to overcome communication barriers.

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Supporting Blue Envelope Programs Act

Last updated: 12/10/2025 · Introduced: 12/10/2025

Author: Norma Torres (D-CA)

TL;DR (AI)

The Attorney General is authorized to make grants to eligible entities to carry out blue envelope programs, which provide training and resources for law enforcement on interacting with individuals with disabilities.
The Blue Envelope Grant Program prioritizes grant awards to programs that demonstrate scalability, community support, and engagement with individuals with autism spectrum disorder or developmental disabilities.
The program is funded with $5,000,000 in appropriations for each fiscal year from 2027 through 2031, and a publicly accessible online directory of blue envelope programs will be maintained.

119th Congressin committeeS. 4089(In Committee)Official page

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