State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program Reauthorization Act

Senate Bill

S. 3251

119th Congress

State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program Reauthorization Act

In Committee

Introduced:Nov 20, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Maggie Hassan

D - NH

Cosponsors

1

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Science, Technology, Communications

Summary

Extends the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program through fiscal year 2026 with $300 million in authorized funding. The program helps state and local governments strengthen their cybersecurity posture against threats to critical infrastructure and government systems. Adjusts the federal cost share to 60% for most jurisdictions and 70% for rural areas.

Latest Action

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

Extends the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program through fiscal year 2026 with $300 million in authorized funding. The program helps state and local governments strengthen their cybersecurity posture against threats to critical infrastructure and government systems. Adjusts the federal cost share to 60% for most jurisdictions and 70% for rural areas.

Last updated: 12/27/2025

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Authorizes $300 million for FY2026 cybersecurity grants
Extends program termination date from September 30, 2025 to September 30, 2026
Federal cost share set at 60% for FY2026 (70% for rural jurisdictions)
Amends Homeland Security Act of 2002 Section 2220A
Bipartisan sponsorship from Senators Hassan (D-NH) and Cornyn (R-TX)
Helps states develop and implement cybersecurity plans

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

Benefits all state and local governments seeking to improve cybersecurity defenses. Rural communities receive preferential cost sharing. Addresses growing cyber threats to government systems, election infrastructure, hospitals, and utilities. Local governments with limited IT resources gain access to federal funding for security improvements.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Science, Technology, Communications

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

3251, 119th Congress (2025). "State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program Reauthorization Act". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/119-s-3251