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SLED funding moves toward a “whole-of-state” model

August 07, 2023 | Benjamin Harris

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August 7, 2023

 

Cybersecurity is the first focus in IT approach

How should federal funding be divided among state and local governments? Starting with cybersecurity, but ultimately extending to all areas of IT, the approach seems to emphasize what’s becoming known as a “whole-of-state” strategy. Vendors should prepare for this new way of thinking by appropriately positioning their IT solutions in this context.

Whole-of state cybersecurity grants

Here are some whole of state funding opportunities related to resource-sharing in cybersecurity:

  • The State and Local Cybersecurity Improvement Act established the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program, appropriating $1 billion to be awarded over four years.
  • The Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF) delivers $350 billion to state, local, and tribal governments across the country to support their response to and recovery from the COVID-19 public health emergency.
  • The Department of Commerce also has a number of grant programs for state and local governments’ technology initiatives. The National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) offers grants for expanding broadband and digital infrastructure in underserved areas.
  • The Smart Cities and Communities Act, introduced in 2021, proposes funding for smart city initiatives and the development of innovative technologies in local communities. This proposal could provide additional funding for state and local technology projects.

States and agencies already using the whole-of-state model for cybersecurity include:

Get ready for future technology funding trends

While it’s starting with cybersecurity, this “whole-of-state” approach is likely to eventually apply across all IT technologies. State budgets also will begin allocating funds to more projects for local and educational entities.

Vendors working with state governments should start framing their offerings increasingly as solutions that support not only state agencies, but their local and education counterparts as well.

Benjamin Harris

Benjamin Harris

SLED Market Intelligence Analyst
Benjamin Harris is SLED Market intelligence analyst for immixGroup, the public sector business of Arrow Electronics. immixGroup delivers mission-driven results through innovative technology solutions for public sector IT.
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