S. 3251 reauthorizes federal grants that help state and local governments improve their cybersecurity defenses for an additional year. The bill authorizes $300 million in funding for fiscal year 2026 and adjusts the federal cost-sharing requirements, with the federal government covering 60 percent of costs for most jurisdictions and 70 percent for certain high-risk areas. The legislation extends the grant program's authorization from its current September 30, 2025 expiration date through September 30, 2026, allowing states and municipalities to continue receiving support for protecting critical infrastructure and government systems against cyberattacks. This bipartisan bill, sponsored by Senators Hassan and Cornyn, amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 and was referred to the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs for consideration.
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