In response to attacks nationwide against law enforcement officers, Hays County early this month approved a $13,580 grant application for Hays County constables to purchase rifle resistant bulletproof vests.

The grant, through the U.S. Department of Justice through the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) program,  requires applicants have a “mandatory wear” policy in effect to be eligible for the grant funds.

Hays County had to submit its application for the grant bef...