This legislation amends the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968, expanding the permissible uses of federal grant funds. It specifically authorizes these grants to be utilized for initiatives aimed at protecting first responders from hazardous substances. The bill allows grant amounts to cover the costs of providing training and resources to first responders on the effective use of containment devices. Furthermore, these funds can now be used for the purchase of such containment devices . The overarching goal is to prevent first responders from experiencing secondary exposure to fentanyl and other potentially lethal substances encountered during their duties, thereby enhancing their safety and operational readiness.