Pennsylvania local governments request additional state funding for cybersecurity due to insufficient federal funds.

Pennsylvania local governments seek additional long-term state funding for cybersecurity, as federal grant money for digital security threats may not cover rising costs from mandatory tech updates, increased insurance rates, and the growth of AI. Gov. Josh Shapiro's budget proposal includes up to $25m in federal funds, but county and municipal leaders argue this is insufficient to address the evolving threat landscape.

March 13, 2024
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