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SIA Government Relations -- through the work of staff and volunteers -- works diligently on efforts that matter to our members and to the safety of our citizens.
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Summary of New COVID-19 Stimulus Law “Phase 3”
On March 27, President Trump enacted H.R. 748, known as “Phase 3,” a $2 trillion stimulus package…
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Joint Statement on COVID-19 (Coronavirus) From the Electronic Security and Life Safety Industry Associations
[As part of our ongoing efforts to keep you informed about SIA’s efforts to assist its members…
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Summary of New COVID-19 Stimulus Law “Phase 2”
On March 18, President Trump enacted H.R. 6201, known as “Phase 2,” which provides economic stimulus and…
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SIA Testifies on Facial Recognition Before California State Assembly
As part of the Security Industry Association’s (SIA’s) advocacy work on the issue of facial recognition, Jake…
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Information on Accessing Small Business Administration Disaster Recovery Loans
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has announced it will provide disaster recovery loans to small businesses…
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What NIST Data Shows About Facial Recognition and Demographics
In December 2019, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) published the most comprehensive report to…
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SIA closely monitors issues that matter to our members and to the safety of our citizens.
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SIA policy priorities
Border Security
SIA believes that between points of entry, security technology can play a key role in providing persistent surveillance at the border, detecting breaches of physical barriers and promoting a rapid response to border incursions, especially in areas that are otherwise difficult for the U.S. Border Patrol to monitor and protect.
Cybersecurity
SIA members play an important role in helping the federal government achieve the key cybersecurity and national security protections called for in Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12, and SIA supports the development of a federal IT modernization fund.
Patent Reform
SIA supports legislation that cracks down on abuses by patent trolls, which thwart technological innovation and cost manufacturers millions of dollars each year.
