# U.S. House Passes Bill to Support Local Cybercrime Investigations

The U.S. House of Representatives has passed the bipartisan GUARD Act, which authorizes federal grants, training programs, and technological support to state, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies for investigating cyber scams targeting senior citizens. This legislation mandates federal reporting on cyber fraud trends and enforcement effectiveness, aiming to enhance the capabilities of local agencies combating financial fraud against older Americans. The bill now awaits Senate consideration, signaling potential upcoming procurement opportunities for technology providers and training contractors supporting law enforcement cyber investigations.

- The GUARD Act creates new federal grant programs that procurement professionals should track for funding opportunities related to cybercrime investigation tools and training.
- Agencies and contractors specializing in cybersecurity technology, investigative software, and law enforcement training may find increased demand as local agencies seek to upgrade capabilities.
- Procurement teams should prepare for potential solicitations from Treasury Department and FinCEN, which will likely administer grant distribution and program oversight.
- This legislation highlights a growing federal focus on combating cyber scams targeting seniors, indicating a strategic priority for future cybersecurity and law enforcement procurements.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Public Safety
**Topics:** Cybersecurity
**Published:** September 19, 2026

### Government Entities
- U.S. House of Representatives (House)
- U.S. Senate (Senate)
- Treasury Department
- Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN)

### Key Quotes
> Training officers in cybercrime investigations is no longer a specialized luxury  it is a frontline necessity.
> — Justin Miller, Associate Professor for Cyber Studies, Former Federal Law Enforcement Executive, University of Tulsa

### Sources
- [U.S. House Passes Bill to Give Local Law Agencies Tools to Investigate Cyber Scams - Security Boulevard](https://securityboulevard.com/2026/09/u-s-house-passes-bill-to-give-local-law-agencies-tools-to-investigate-cyber-scams) - Security Boulevard