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SIA's government relations staff and volunteers work diligently on efforts that matter to our members and to the safety of our citizens.
Introducing the Security and Infrastructure Grants Guide
This new resource is a tool to help companies, individuals, communities and other stakeholders navigate the complicated grants processes of federal and state government and effectively find and secure grants.
Latest posts in ADVOCACY
2024 Post-Election Recap: Security Industry Outlook
SIA’s government relations team shares highlights of the 2024 election and what they may mean for security…
Keep Reading »SIA Leads Letter to Congress Urging Protection of Security Devices Under Spectrum Proposal
On Oct. 29, 2024, the Security Industry Association (SIA) sent a letter signed by 92 security businesses…
Keep Reading »State of New York Provides Retailers With Tax Credit for Security Improvements
What Retailers Need to Know About Using New York’s Retail Security Tax Credit On April 20, 2024,…
Keep Reading »State Legislative Update: 2024 Legislation Impacting the Security Industry
With most state legislative sessions across the United States now adjourned for the year, here are key…
Keep Reading »Some Cities Are Requiring Alarm Verification for Response – What It Means for the Security Industry
The Seattle, Washington, Police Department recently released a letter notifying stakeholders of an abrupt decision to stop…
Keep Reading »Nation’s Strongest Regulations for Law Enforcement Use of Facial Recognition Technology Go Into Effect: Key Provisions of Maryland’s New Law
The only U.S. state to pass legislation specifically addressing facial recognition technology this year, Maryland’s new law…
Keep Reading »Latest resources in ADVOCACY
Federal Grants Guide
The Security Industry Association (SIA) has compiled this list of key federal grant programs and related resources as a tool for SIA members and their customers. While this list is not exhaustive, it provides information on key federal funding programs that support the effective implementation of security solutions.
Keep Reading »Right to Repair Guide
This guide indicates which states have adopted right to repair laws and how such laws could impact your business.
Keep Reading »SIA Guide to Cannabis Security Requirements
SIA is pleased to introduce the SIA Guide to Cannabis Security Requirements in response to the need for more centralized information regarding the state-by-state requirements in the cannabis industry where applicable.
Keep Reading »Security and Infrastructure Grants Guide
A tool to help companies navigate the complicated grants processes of federal and state government and effectively find and secure grants.
Keep Reading »SIA Weighs in on Key OMB Guidance on Use of Artificial Intelligence by Federal Agencies
SIA responded to the Office of Management and Budget’s request for comment on a draft memorandum providing guidance and instructions to federal agencies for implementing the Biden administration’s Executive Order for Safe, Secure and Trustworthy Artificial Intelligence.
Keep Reading »Guide to State & Local Laws on Facial Recognition Technology
SIA presents a reference guide to U.S. state and local laws on facial recognition technology and related legislative trends.
Keep Reading »Guide to State & Local Laws on Facial Recognition
This publication – free for SIA members! – offers an in-depth reference guide to U.S. state and local laws on facial recognition technology and related legislative trends.
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Our Policy Priorities
SIA closely monitors issues that matter to our members and to the safety of our citizens.
Border Security
SIA supports ensuring U.S. border security initiatives provide for deployment of modern security technology to its full potential in conjunction with other measures, in a manner that is most cost effective and beneficial for taxpayers.
School Safety and Security
With a goal of safe learning environment for every student, SIA s dedicated to working to enhance the safety and security of schools in the United States.
Facial Recognition
Facial recognition technology makes our country safer and brings value to our everyday lives when used effectively and responsibly.