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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
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 »Resolution Funding Federal Government Through Dec. 20 Includes Security-Specific Measures
Measures include over $350 million for election security and presidential transition, a counter-UAS extension, extension of funds…
Keep Reading »Security Industry Association Names Brett Feddersen of D-Fend Solutions as Chair of SIA Counter-UAS Working Group
Feddersen will lead the group’s efforts in support of accomplishing the recommendations of the Domestic Counter-UAS National…
Keep Reading »Video: Why We Need Legislative Changes to Help Prevent Domestic Drone Attacks
While uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) offer tremendous benefits, they also pose security risks across various sectors, including…
Keep Reading »Update on California AI Measures After Conclusion of the 2024 Regular Legislative Session
Sept. 30, 2024, looms as the deadline for California Gov. Gavin Newsom to sign or veto any…
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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 »SIA Guide to School Security Funding
SIA is pleased to introduce the SIA Guide to School Security Funding in response to the need for more centralized information on the variety of sources of funding available specifically for K-12 school security solutions, with a guide to many school security grant programs, including federal and state programs.
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 »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.