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The Local Government Cybersecurity Grant Program is a grant from the Florida Digital Service that funds improvements to cyber resilience for Florida local governments. The program aims to protect critical infrastructure, law enforcement operational and IT resources, critical data, and the privacy of Florida residents. Approximately $15 million was allocated for the FY 2025-26 program cycle.
Eligible applicants are Florida local governments, with priority given to fiscally constrained and rural areas. The program is part of the broader State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP) framework. Funded activities may include cybersecurity planning, equipment procurement, training, and technology upgrades to safeguard local government systems against cyber threats.
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State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program | Florida Disaster Communication Information for Detention Facilities State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program The purpose of the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP) is to secure funding to improve cyber resilience, help protect local government critical infrastructure and law enforcement operational and information technology resources, secure critical data, and safeguard the privacy of Florida’s citizens and those that do business with the state, municipalities, and other local government entities.
The two categories for this grant are: Critical Infrastructure (CI): Cyber hardening projects for systems such as supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA), industrial control systems, operational technology, and associated IT infrastructure. Law Enforcement: Cybersecurity risk mitigation initiatives for local law enforcement agencies.
State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program Application Submission Guide State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program Application State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program One Pager Frequently Asked Questions Is alignment with the Florida SLCGP cybersecurity plan required? Yes.
Projects proposed for Florida's SLCGP must align with the state's cybersecurity priorities, which are determined by the Statewide Cybersecurity Planning Committee.
The state’s priorities for this grant are: Critical Infrastructure: This encompasses all 16 critical infrastructure sectors as defined by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) Critical Infrastructure Sectors | CISA Law Enforcement: This encompasses any Law Enforcement (LE) office not considered a state agency.
Eligible LE offices include but are not limited to sheriff’s, municipal, tribal, etc. There will also be emphasis on awarding grants to rural communities: Per the Dept of Homeland Security Notice of Funding Opportunity, at least 25% of the awarded funding must go to rural communities. Do applicants get to choose their own budget items? Yes.
This grant is pass-through funding. The application will ask for a budget describing your initiative including intended purchases. What is the current application cycle and funding year?
The current application cycle is for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2023 federal funding, with $11,997,340 allocated to Florida. The federal SLCGP is a four-year program ending in FY 2025. For FY 2023, the recipient cost share is 20%.
Funding for the FY 24 program : This program will be released next year in 2026 with a new application cycle. You will need to reapply for each year the program is offered. What are the priorities for Florida's SLCGP?
For FY 2023, Florida prioritized Critical Infrastructure (CI) and Law Enforcement projects. When does the Application window close? The deadline for applications is 15 December 2025 Who is eligible to apply for the SLCGP?
Eligible entities include local governments such as county, municipality, city, township, local public authority, school district, intrastate district, regional government agencies, Indian tribe or authorized tribal organization, rural community or unincorporated town. Ineligible entities: Nonprofit organizations and private corporations.
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Florida local governments, with a priority focus on fiscally constrained rural areas. Small businesses could potentially partner as vendors to provide cybersecurity solutions. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates $15 million allocated for FY 2025-26 program. Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
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