Florida Department of Law Enforcement
HomeFY25–26 Active Hearing Protection Program
Thank you for your interest in the FY25-26 State Financial Assistance Active Hearing Protection for Law Enforcement. All available devices have now been claimed on a first-come, first-served basis. At this time, we are no longer accepting requests.
Overview
During the 2025-26 legislative session, the Florida Legislature appropriated $2,000,000 to Starkey Laboratories to provide active hearing protection devices to Florida law enforcement officers. These devices are designed to reduce harmful noise exposure while preserving situational awareness in the field.
Devices will be shipped directly to eligible agencies on a first-come, first-served basis, as determined by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE).
Eligibility
FDLE will accept requests from the following entities:
- State law enforcement agencies
- County sheriff’s offices
- Municipal police departments
- Other official law enforcement organizations operating within the State of Florida
Agencies should submit a single request that accounts for their full anticipated need. Requests must include at least ten (10) devices to be eligible. FDLE will review submissions for eligibility and forward approved requests to Starkey Laboratories on a weekly basis for certified delivery.
Device Features
Starkey’s SoundGear Shield hearing protection devices offer the following features:
- Small, light, and portable design
- Ready to wear out of the box
- Minimum Noise Reduction Rating: 25 dB
- Maximum output: 80 dB
Each device includes:
- Carrying case
- Two sizes of tri-flange ear buds
- Lanyard
- Batteries
Devices will be shipped via certified delivery. Agencies must provide a designated point of contact for delivery confirmation and follow-up.
How to Request
To participate in the program:
- Complete the Active Hearing Protection Request Form
- Include the total number of devices requested for your agency (minimum of 10 devices)
- Provide accurate contact and shipping information, including a designated point of contact for certified delivery
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