House appropriators offer $2.9 billion to fund CISA operations for upcoming budget cycle

House lawmakers will consider a fiscal 2023 funding measure today providing a $417.1 million increase for CISA above the White House’s request, demonstrating a commitment from appropriators to prioritize defending critical infrastructure against cyber threats through the civilian agency focused on joint collaboration with the private sector.

The Department of Homeland Security funding bill has $2.93 billion for CISA’s operations in the upcoming budget cycle, with the largest increase focused on the agency’s cybersecurity activities. The Homeland Security appropriations...