Issues & Policy Priorities
SIA’s Government Relations team WORKS DILIGENTLY ON ISSUES THAT MATTER TO OUR MEMBERS AND TO THE SAFETY OF OUR CITIZENS.
The U.S. Security Industry: Protecting Our Nation and Growing Our Economy
Protecting our country, our citizens and our economy is the ultimate mission of the security industry, which contributes over $430 billion to the economy and provides more than 2.1 million jobs in the United States. We advocate for policies that support the growth of tech-focused jobs in our industry and the effectiveness of our work to secure the future and ensure a safer world.
Video: Why We Need Legislative Changes to Help Prevent Domestic Drone Attacks
In this video, Brett Feddersen, vice president of strategy and government affairs at D-Fend Solutions and chair of the SIA Counter-UAS Working Group, and Dawn M.K. Zoldi,CEO and founder of P3 Tech Consulting, highlight the current threat landscape and advocate for why policy changes need to be strongly considered.
The Security Industry Association (SIA) is actively tracking a wide range of issues for our members.
Artificial Intelligence and Data Privacy
Border Security
Counter-UAS Authorities
Facial Recognition
Fighting Organized Retail Crime
Lower 900 MHz Band
Preventing Vehicular Terrorism
School Security
Section 889 Compliance
Tax and Workforce Development Policy
Get Involved in SIA Government Relations
Our active committees help SIA members like you shape public policy and be the first to know about regulations and legislation that could impact your business.
Security Industry Association Drone Security Subcommittee Chair Testifies at House Judiciary Hearing
SILVER SPRING, Md.—At a hearing on Sept. 16, 2025, Brett Feddersen, chair of the Security Industry Association (SIA) Drone Security Subcommittee and vice president for strategy and government affairs at D-Fend Solutions, testified before members of Congress to discuss increasing risks from the misuse use of drones and give legislative recommendations for implementing a clear…
Keep Reading »
New Research Shows Flawed Spectrum Proposal Would Cause Public Safety Risks, Communications Disruption
A new technical study conducted by engineering firm Pericle Communications Company reveals that a proposal before the FCC would cause harmful interference to consumer electronics, appliances, security systems, smart home equipment and more. SILVER SPRING, Md.—A new research report, filed by the Security Industry Association (SIA) with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), details the risks…
Keep Reading »
New Tariff Rates Set to Take Effect Aug. 7: What They Mean for Security Companies
On July 31, 2025, hours before his self-imposed deadline, President Trump announced a new set of tariff rates that will take effect Aug. 7. Imports from over 70 countries will face higher tariff rates than the current, universally-imposed 10%, rates the president says were determined by his administration based on the lack of reciprocity in…
Keep Reading »
What the Trump Administration’s AI Action Plan Means for the Security Industry
On July 23, 2025, the Trump administration officially released “Winning the AI Race: America’s AI Action Plan,” identifying over 90 federal policy actions related to artificial intelligence (AI) across three pillars: Accelerating Innovation, Building American AI Infrastructure and Leading in International Diplomacy and Security. The action plan seeks to enhance the American AI ecosystem by…
Keep Reading »
Back to Top