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SIREN Act Proposes Repurposing Broadband Funds for Emergency Infrastructure

February 12 – February 12, 2026

The Bottom Line

The SIREN Act of 2026 (S. 3858) allows states to use leftover federal broadband money to build emergency warning systems like sirens and disaster sensors. This bill helps local governments fund life-saving equipment without needing new tax dollars. It was recently introduced in the Senate and is currently waiting for a committee review.

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