Posts Tagged ‘Regulations’
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 military, homeland security, critical infrastructure, law enforcement, borders, VIP protection and maritime operations.…
Keep Reading »SIA Urges FCC to Protect Security Devices Under Spectrum Proposal
The Security Industry Association (SIA) recently submitted comment to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) opposing a petition to reconfigure the Lower 900 MHz Band, which is depended upon for Z-wave…
Keep Reading »FTC Bans Noncompete Agreements, Lawsuit Ensues: How the Rule Impacts Security Businesses
On April 23, 2024, after a 3-2 vote in favor, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced a rule which will put a ban on all noncompete agreements nationwide beginning Sept.…
Keep Reading »NDAA Section 889 Update: Grant Funding Eligibility for Equipment Replacement
Since 2018, the Security Industry Association (SIA) has provided timely updates to members about implementation of “Section 889” U.S. government procurement and grant prohibitions on certain Chinese video surveillance and…
Keep Reading »Guest Opinion: It’s Time for Counter-Unmanned Aerial/Aircraft Systems in the Private Sector
Protecting Our Public Space Using “Take Control” Technology In March 2021, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a new rule for the commercial drone market requiring “digital license plates” by…
Keep Reading »What the Proposed Federal Privacy Law Could Mean for Businesses
SIA’s Data Privacy Advisory Board shares updates on the American Data Privacy and Protection Act, plus new efforts from the advisory board. In this month’s update from the SIA Data…
Keep Reading »Upcoming Privacy Events, Key Legislative Developments & More: An Update From SIA’s Data Privacy Advisory Board
In this month’s update from the SIA Data Privacy Advisory Board, get the most current information on advisory board projects and events, then see updates on the latest privacy developments,…
Keep Reading »Comments on FAR Buy American Rule Changes
SIA submitted comments in response to 2021 amendments to the FAR Buy American Act regulations.
Keep Reading »Congress Passes Bill Requiring FCC to Limit New Authorizations for Chinese Equipment, Prohibiting Revocation
Updated Oct. 29, 2021 On Oct. 20, 2021, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 3919, the Secure Equipment Act of 2021, in a nearly unanimous vote. The bipartisan legislation…
Keep Reading »What the Buy American Rule Changes Could Mean for the Security Industry
The second major change to Buy American rules within the past year is now under consideration by the federal government. The last major rule, finalized in January, implemented changes proposed…
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