Democrats put CISA rebuilding, AI security and local grants on their agenda

Democrats want to rebuild CISA, support secure AI development and renew state and local cybersecurity grants, alongside support for under-resourced sectors such as water. Those are stated priorities, not enacted changes. Experts expect more scrutiny of AI safeguards, but Democrats lack a comprehensive AI strategy. Renewing liability protections for companies sharing cyber threat information is another priority, after repeated temporary extensions and resistance from Sen. Rand Paul.