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	Bulletproof Vest Partnership BVP FAQs > Answers Description: Below is the question and answer you have chosen to view. If you are satisfied with the answer to this question you may use the left hand menu to navigate elsewhere on the site. Related questions have been provided at the bottom of the page if you did not find the answer you are looking for. If you still need more information, feel free to use the '' link below to ask us directly. How do we apply as a jurisdiction? Simple Answer: The jurisdiction's chief executive or designee registers and applies for funding based upon the total vest needs of the participating law enforcement agencies. More Detailed Answer: In simple terms, the jurisdiction's chief executive or designee registers, applies for funding based upon the total vest needs of the participating law enforcement agencies, and requests up to 50% of the needed funds to pay for the vests. Step by step, detailed instructions are provided in the Jurisdiction Handbook, activated by following the steps for ' How Do I Participate as a Jurisdiction' accessible from the BVP homepage. Other Related Questions Can I Participate As a Jurisdiction? I am a county executive and within my county there are several smaller towns and villages. Do I coordinate the vest needs and the application process for all jurisdictions within my county's boundaries? Our jurisdiction received less than 50% funding for last year's application. Can we re-apply for additional funds to increase this share? What do you mean by "jurisdiction"? What responsibilities will the CEO have regarding the control and disbursement of federally-provided matching funds?
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