Sen. Warner Proposes Bill to Restore MS-ISAC Funding Amid Cybersecurity Concerns

On June 5, 2026, Sen. Mark Warner introduced a bill to restore $50 million annually to the Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MS-ISAC) after significant funding cuts in 2025. The MS-ISAC, which provides cybersecurity resources to over 18,000 state and local governments, faced a $10 million funding cut that ended federal support for its operations. The funding reduction has left many governments vulnerable to cyber threats, as they rely on MS-ISAC for threat intelligence and incident response. Warner's bill aims to enhance federal investment in cybersecurity for state, local, tribal, and territorial entities, which have been increasingly targeted by cyberattacks. The legislation follows a letter from Warner urging the Department of Homeland Security to prioritize cybersecurity funding. The MS-ISAC has been operating under a fee-based membership model since the funding cuts, which has raised concerns about its sustainability and effectiveness in protecting critical infrastructure.

Key Points: • Sen. Warner's bill proposes $50 million annual funding for MS-ISAC to enhance cybersecurity support. • The MS-ISAC serves over 18,000 government organizations, providing essential cybersecurity resources. • Funding cuts in 2025 have left many state and local governments vulnerable to cyber threats.