There is still a critical need for IT modernization and cybersecurity funding as the pandemic continues, a group of six tech associations writes to Senate leaders.

The SBA has a $6 million working capital fund it's using to support seven ongoing IT modernization projects.

The group sent four principles to congressional leadership and the Office of Management and Budget but isn't suggesting investment amounts.

Agencies could apply to use part of the $3 billion through fiscal 2022 specifically for "technology-related modernization activities to prevent, prepare for, and respond to coronavirus."

The executive branch requested $150 million for fiscal 2020 as well, but ended up getting $25 million.

This latest spending bill faces a Friday deadline.