This legislation aims to significantly reform the Public Safety Officers' Benefit (PSOB) program by enhancing administrative procedures and expanding eligibility for benefits. It introduces strict deadlines for the Bureau of Justice Assistance to process claims, requiring notification of missing information within 90 days and a final eligibility determination within 270 days of receiving a complete claim . To address delays, the bill establishes interim benefit payments for claimants if the Bureau fails to meet the 270-day deadline, payable to undisputed beneficiaries or an escrow account, which are credited against any final benefit but generally not subject to recoupment. The bill strengthens the Bureau's authority to obtain necessary information by mandating the issuance of subpoenas to public agencies that fail to provide requested documentation within 30 days. It also creates a new benefit category for public safety officers who suffer a permanent, partial disability that prevents them from performing any gainful work as a public safety officer, offering half the amount of a total disability benefit. Furthermore, it streamlines the process for claims related to the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund or the World Trade Center Health Program, requiring approval if these programs certify eligibility, absent clear and convincing evidence to the contrary. To improve program oversight and awareness, the legislation mandates ongoing outreach efforts to inform officers and agencies about the program and requires annual audits by the Comptroller General to identify and address challenges in processing backlogged claims. Finally, the Act directs the Attorney General to ensure the implementation of recommendations from a September 2024 Government Accountability Office report aimed at improving program transparency, claims assistance, and management.