The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) recently issued a public notice detailing a new procurement initiative for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The agency is seeking to acquire devices known as Generated Low Output Voltage Emitters, or G.L.O.V.E., which are designed to deliver electric shocks to individuals. According to the notice, the government is prepared to allocate up to $20 million for the acquisition of this technology.

While the notice confirms the intent to purchase and deploy the equipment, it provides limited information regarding the specific operational protocols or the circumstances under which officers would be authorized to use the electric shock function. The technology is intended to serve as a non-lethal tool for officers during enforcement activities. As of now, the DHS has not released a comprehensive policy document outlining the training requirements or the safety oversight measures that will accompany the introduction of these devices into the field. The announcement has drawn attention to the evolving nature of equipment used by federal immigration enforcement personnel, though the agency has yet to provide further public comment on the timeline for deployment or the specific vendors involved in the contract.