DHS and FEMA have opened the Fiscal Year 2027 Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-UAS) Grant Program, providing $250 million across states and territories to expand C-UAS capabilities nationwide.

For local law enforcement agencies, navigating the program starts at the state level. Join Dedrone by Axon for a practical overview of how funding reaches local agencies, the types of C-UAS projects the program can support and the steps agencies should take now to prepare.

What we'll cover

• How the FY27 funding and State Administrative Agency process work

• Key federal and state-level timelines agencies should understand

• What types of C-UAS capabilities and supporting investments may be eligible

• Important considerations for detection, mitigation, training and operational authority

• What information to prepare when engaging your state about a potential project

• Resources and next steps for agencies evaluating a C-UAS capability

Critical Deadline

Federal applications are due Nov. 16, 2026, but individual states may set earlier deadlines for local agencies.