Cyber Flatlines in FY 2026 Justice, Commerce Spending Bill

Summary

• Federal cybersecurity funding remains at 2024 levels for fiscal year 2026. • Despite increased global cyber threats, budget deal does not allocate additional funds for key civilian agencies.

Why It Matters for Texas Credit Unions

Relevant as Texas credit unions need to manage their cybersecurity budgets and strategies without anticipated federal support increases.

Original Source Material

Congress Holds Cyber Funding at 2024 Levels Across Key Civilian Agencies The fiscal year 2026 budget deal largely locks in federal cybersecurity funding at 2024 levels, stalling growth across key civilian agencies even as lawmakers call for global technology leadership as the U.S. government faces mounting nation-state cyber threats.