Government & Homeland Security

SIA is on the forefront of advocacy in front of government agencies on behalf of the security industry as the association also works to facilitate government purchases of security products and services. Moreover, SIA formed a first-of-its-kind partnership with the Science & Technology Directorate of the Department of Homeland Security to remain on the cutting edge of developments.
Security Industry Association Reveals Keynote and Government Expert Speakers for SIA GovSummit 2026
Gharun Lacy of the State Department will headline SIA’s public policy and government security technology conference, taking place May 20–21 in Washington, D.C. SILVER SPRING, Md.—The Security Industry Association (SIA) has revealed the keynote speaker and lineup of expert government presenters for the 2026 SIA GovSummit—SIA’s annual public policy and government security technology conference. SIA GovSummit 2026 will be…
Keep Reading »Commercial Security Technology Set to Grow in Federal Market Amid Acquisition Reforms and New Policy Priorities
In the last six months, Congress and the executive branch have accelerated significant acquisition reforms, which will make it easier for security technology companies with commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) solutions to secure government contracts. At a fundamental level, the government seeks to shift from a buying environment that benefits defense and government-native companies that build bespoke solutions…
Keep Reading »Security Industry Association Announces Agenda for 2026 SIA GovSummit
SIA’s public policy and government security technology conference will take place May 20–21in Washington, D.C. SILVER SPRING, Md.—The Security Industry Association (SIA) has revealed the agenda and speaker lineup for the 2026 SIA GovSummit—SIA’s annual public policy and government security technology conference. SIA GovSummit 2026 will be held May 20–21 in Washington, D.C. Each year, SIA GovSummit brings together…
Keep Reading »Security Industry Association Opens Call for Speakers for 2026 SIA GovSummit
Speaking proposals are being accepted for SIA’s public policy and government security conference, taking place May 20–21 in Washington, D.C. SILVER SPRING, Md.—The Security Industry Association (SIA) is seeking proposals from subject matter experts for the 2026 SIA GovSummit—SIA’s annual public policy and government security technology conference. SIA GovSummit 2026 will be held May 20–21 in Washington, D.C. Each…
Keep Reading »Vertical Insights: Government Facilities Security Symposium
Right to Repair Laws Guide
This guide indicates which states have adopted right to repair laws and how such laws could impact your business.
Keep Reading »What’s New in GSA Contracting in 2025: Insights From SIA GovSummit
Experts from GSA Schedules Inc. and Commodore Consulting shared the latest on the GSA Federal Acquisition Regulation Multiple Award Schedule program, the impact of tariffs and legislative developments and more at SIA GovSummit. Does your company do business with the federal government? At SIA GovSummit 2025 – the nation’s premier government security conference, presented by…
Keep Reading »New Law Enhances Federal Building Security: Improving Federal Building Security Act of 2024 Passes Congress
As of Dec. 10, 2024, Sen. Gary Peters’ (D-Mich.) Improving Federal Building Security Act of 2024 (IFBSA) has passed both the U.S. House and Senate and is on its way to be signed into law by President Joe Biden. This bipartisan legislation mandates that facility security committees respond to security recommendations issued by the Federal…
Keep Reading »Security Industry Association Opens Call for Speakers for 2025 SIA GovSummit Conference
Speaking proposals are being accepted for SIA’s public policy and government security conference, taking place May 20-21 in Washington, D.C. SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) is seeking proposals from subject matter experts for the 2025 SIA GovSummit – SIA’s annual public policy and government security technology conference. SIA GovSummit 2025 will be held…
Keep Reading »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.
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