Public safety is evolving—and so is the federal response. As emerging threats like unmanned aerial systems (UAS) become more prevalent, the U.S. government is making a historic investment in the tools state and local agencies need to respond. The recently passed reconciliation bill includes over $2 billion in homeland security grants aimed directly at securing American skies.
Among the provisions:
- $500 million for state and local drone detection capabilities
- $625 million to fund planning and security for the 2026 FIFA World Cup
- $1 billion to safeguard airspace at the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles
These funds, distributed primarily through the State Homeland Security Grant Program (SHSP), represent not just financial support—but a national mandate: enhance airspace awareness now to prevent disaster tomorrow.
Why Drone Threats Can’t Be Ignored
Drone technology has advanced faster than many public safety systems can adapt. What started as a hobbyist trend is now a serious operational risk—whether it’s a drone flying over a crowded stadium, delivering contraband into correctional facilities, or capturing unauthorized video of sensitive infrastructure. In fact, the risks have become so apparent that many professional sports teams and venues are now required to report all event-day drone activity to their league office. Check out this case study for details on how Juvare and AirSight work with a leading U.S. sports team to secure high-attendance events and ensure public safety with WebEOC.
Even more concerning, many of these incursions go undetected. And while major events like the World Cup or the Olympics bring the need for airspace security into focus, drone threats are just as dangerous in daily life—over hospitals, schools, airports, and government buildings.
Local agencies need real-time tools to detect and respond. Now, with new funding on the table, they finally have the means.
One Platform, One Picture: AirSight + WebEOC
Through a strategic partnership, AirSight’s advanced drone detection technology is now fully integrated with WebEOC, the trusted incident management platform used by emergency operations centers nationwide.
Together, the solution delivers:
- Real-Time Airspace Monitoring: Identify drones and their operators the moment they enter your jurisdiction—whether urban, rural, or event-based.
- Automated Alerts: Set custom geofences and receive immediate notifications when drones cross into restricted airspace.
- Unified Operational View: Drone data appears directly in WebEOC, alongside all other emergency operations intel—giving agencies one cohesive picture.
- Actionable Intelligence: Notify authorities in real time, initiate response protocols, and escalate as needed.
- Post-Incident Analysis: Access historical flight data to investigate incidents, analyze trends, and identify repeat offenders.
From preparation and detection to response and recovery, Juvare and AirSight give agencies the tools to manage drone threats within their existing WebEOC workflows—no added complexity, no disconnected systems.
From Funding to Field Deployment: A Clear Path Forward
With billions in SHSP funds available, the path from strategy to implementation has never been clearer. Public safety agencies can:
- Procure cutting-edge drone detection systems
- Train personnel on airspace threat response protocols
- Integrate airspace intelligence directly into incident command
- Coordinate seamlessly with local, state, and federal partners
- Enhance everyday readiness while preparing for major events
These are not abstract goals—they’re achievable now, thanks to new federal support and proven technologies already in use across the country.
Time to Act
The airspace above our communities is more crowded—and more vulnerable—than ever before. But with the right tools, agencies can respond in real time, protect lives and infrastructure, and ensure the safety of the public during both everyday operations and international events.
Juvare and AirSight stand ready to help.
Visit juvare.com/partners/airsight to learn more, schedule a live demo, or speak to an expert about how your agency can take advantage of this critical funding.
Drone threats are real. Fortunately, so is the solution.
