Requests for Information Required for SLCGP Grant

The Michigan Cybersecurity Planning Committee is requesting additional information from applicants who previously expressed an interest in participating in the Fiscal Year (FY) 2022 State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program Funds (SLCGP). This program aims to enhance cybersecurity infrastructure across various entities, including rural hospitals.

The request for information must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. on May 1 to be considered for these funds. Selected applicants must have a current unique entity identification (UEI) registered through SAM.gov and a vendor identification number from the state. Applicants who have neither IDs should initiate the process of obtaining them immediately, as they are necessary for funding and reimbursements.

The FY 2022 SLCGP funds will be distributed as a direct sub-grant through the Michigan State Police, aimed at reimbursing local government for costs incurred in implementing approved SLGCP Projects. For the FY 2022 grant cycle, funding will be available for only two approved projects:

  • Subscriptions and licensing for Endpoint Detection & Response.
  • Cybersecurity assessments conducted under Michigan MiDEAL approved contract.

The MHA recommends members work with CyberForce|Q, an MHA Endorsed Partner and an approved MiDEAL vendor. CyberForceIQ has 28 years of experience in architecting and implementing measurable cybersecurity programs for organizations of all sizes, ensuring proven cybersecurity program advancement.

Members with questions may contact Rob Wood at the MHA.

MHA Panelists Featured During 2024 State of Reform Health Policy Conference

MHA staff participated in panel discussions April 4 during the 2024 State of Reform Health Policy Conference in Lansing, MI. MHA speakers included Laura Appel, executive vice president of government relations and public policy; Jim Lee, senior vice president, data policy & analytics; Adam Carlson, senior vice president, advocacy; and Lauren LaPine, senior director, legislative and public policy. Each provided valuable insight on the issues important to hospitals and the role of public policy in identifying solutions.

Topics of discussion included workforce shortages, artificial intelligence, depleted American Rescue Plan Act funding and certified community behavioral health clinics.

Other MHA members participating in the event included Tawana Nettles-Robinson, executive director, Detroit market, Trinity Health Michigan and Michelle Pena, MSN, RN, NEA-BC, chief nursing officer, Trinity Health Grand Rapids. Nettles-Robinson discussed health disparities while Pena focused on workplace violence. Seth Karnes, senior director of risk, consulting and training at HSS, an MHA Endorsed Business Partner, was a guest speaker on the workplace violence panel to share national insights and perspectives. Members may contact HSS to learn more about active violence training, risk assessments, de-escalation training and more.

Members with questions may contact John Karasinski at the MHA.