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.
SIA Issues Clarification Request to Washington Examiner to Correct Misleading Statements
Let’s be crystal clear. The Security Industry Association (SIA) strongly supports the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC’s) commitment to exploring alternatives to GPS and the necessity of establishing a reliable backup PNT system. We have pointed out in numerous filings the public record shows there are a wide variety of PNT alternative technologies that, unlike NextNav’s…
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Three States Join the Nationwide Push for Alyssa’s Law
In an era where school safety remains a national priority and topic of discussion, the momentum behind Alyssa’s Law continues to grow. Named in memory of Alyssa Alhadeff, a victim of the Parkland, Florida, school shooting in 2018, Alyssa’s Law is a model piece of legislation that requires K–12 schools to install silent panic alarms.…
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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…
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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…
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