White House releases long-awaited FedRAMP modernization guidance for agencies, cloud service providers
The memorandum from OMB outlines agency and program requirements for FedRAMP’s modernization.
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Harris likely to combine Biden AI policies with Silicon Valley-informed approach
The vice president and soon-to-be Democratic presidential nominee has been the voice for several White House AI actions and led on getting voluntary safety commitments from tech…
FedRAMP ‘undeniably’ in state of limbo without final OMB modernization guidance, Rep. Connolly says
However, that “limbo” is an improvement from where the program was not long ago, Connolly admitted.
Bipartisan Senate bill aims to ban U.S. agency purchases of counterfeit electronics
The legislation aims to stop government use of products purchased from “grey-market sellers” in an effort to improve cybersecurity.
With its expiration date looming, the CDO Council waits on missing White House guidance
OMB has yet to release guidance on how agencies should implement an open government data law.
Acquisition officials highlight need for transparency in AI discussions with industry
Federal government acquisition officials from GSA and NASA said transparency is key in discussions about purchasing artificial intelligence technologies.
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White House, GSA move to streamline procurement process with new data tool
The Procurement Co-Pilot tool uses government data to help agencies find pricing and contract research information, functioning as a “complement” to the RFI process.
Bipartisan Senate bill would establish federal AI acquisition guardrails
A new bill from Sens. Gary Peters, D-Mich. and Thom Tillis, R-N.C., would require agencies to assess the risks of AI before acquiring it.
HHS names acting chief AI officer as it searches for permanent official
Micky Tripathi will serve as acting CAIO in addition to his role as national coordinator for health IT, a spokesperson said.
White House procurement office releases data circular as it celebrates 50th anniversary
OMB, which houses the procurement policy office, called the circular aimed at improving agency access to governmentwide acquisition data “a paradigm shift.”