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- [HHS Launches Artificial Intelligence Strategy](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/hhs-ai-strategy-launch): The Department of Health and Human Services has unveiled a strategy that aims to advance the use of artificial intelligence to improve healthcare delivery, public health, human services, biomedical research and agency operations.
- [DOT Names Peraton Prime Integrator for Air Traffic Control System](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dot-peraton-air-traffic-control-contract): The Department of Transportation has awarded Peraton a contract to oversee the development and deployment of a new air traffic control system to improve safety and support the future growth of the National Airspace System.
- [GSA, Palo Alto Networks Offer Agencies Discounted Cyber Defense Tools Under OneGov](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gsa-palo-alto-networks-onegov-cyber-discount): Palo Alto Networks is offering to federal agencies discounted rates on its artificial intelligence, cloud, software and other digital defense services through its new OneGov agreement with the General Services Administration.
- [Army Reorganizes PEO C3N to Accelerate Next-Gen C2 Modernization](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/army-peo-c3n-restructure-ngc2): The U.S. Army is restructuring its Program Executive Office for Command, Control, Communications and Network to better deliver capabilities for its Next Generation Command and Control, or NGC2, initiative. The ongoing transition will shift PEO C3N into a new organization called Capability Program Executive Command, Control, Communications and Network—dubbed CPE C3N—the service said Thursday.
- [OSTP Seeks Input to Accelerate US Scientific Innovation](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/ostp-public-input-us-science-policy): The Office of Science and Technology Policy has issued a request for information seeking public input on federal policy changes that could support U.S. scientific leadership and accelerate technology transition. Comments are due by Dec. 26, according to the notice recently published in the Federal Register.
- [CISA Debuts Industry Engagement Platform to Promote Public-Private Collaboration in Cybersecurity](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/cisa-industry-engagement-platform-launch-cyber): The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency has unveiled a new platform to facilitate conversations and collaboration between government and industry.
- [Bipartisan House Bill Seeks to Strengthen AI Chip Export Control Enforcement](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/house-bipartisan-ai-chip-export-bill): Reps. Tom Kean, R-N.J., and Julie Johnson, D-Texas, have introduced a bipartisan bill to strengthen the enforcement of U.S. export controls to prevent U.S.-made artificial intelligence chips and other sensitive technologies from being smuggled into China and other foreign adversaries.
- [Col. Joshua Garrison on Air Force Reserve’s Offensive Cyber Operations Squadron](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/col-garrison-usaf-reserve-98th-cos-offensive-cyber): Col. Joshua Garrison, commander of the 960th Cyberspace Wing, 10th Air Force, said the Air Force Reserve will establish a new cyber operations squadron in January, Breaking Defense reported Wednesday.
- [AIA Names Board of Governors Chair for 2026, Unveils Executive Committee Members](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/aia-phebe-novakovic-governors-board-chair): The Aerospace Industries Association has appointed Phebe Novakovic, chair and CEO of General Dynamics and a nine-time Wash100 winner, as chair of its board of governors for 2026.
- [DIU Transfers Blue UAS Cleared List to DCMA to Scale Military Drone Acquisition](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/diu-blue-uas-cleared-list-dcma-drone): The Defense Innovation Unit formally transferred the Department of War's Blue UAS Cleared List to the Defense Contract Management Agency, ahead of the Jan. 1 deadline.
- [US, Allies Release Guidance on Securing AI-Integrated Operational Technology](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/cisa-ai-ot-guidance-cyber): Cybersecurity agencies in the United States and allied countries have issued new guidance for critical infrastructure operators deploying artificial intelligence in operational technology systems.
- [Purdue, ORNL Expand Research Collaboration on National Security](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/purdue-ornl-mou-research-collab-national-security): The Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory and Purdue University finalized a memorandum of understanding in October to continue their partnership and expand research efforts in national security.
- [Johns Hopkins APL, Intuitive Machines Build Communications, PNT System for Cislunar Missions](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/johns-hopkins-apl-intuitive-machines-cislunar-pnt): The Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory and Intuitive Machines are working to advance technology for public and private-sector missions between Earth and the moon. The collaboration, established in 2024, responds to U.S. priorities for sustaining activity in cislunar space, Johns Hopkins APL said Wednesday.
- [Commerce Dept Names Taylor Jordan as Director of Office of Space Commerce](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/commerce-dept-taylor-jordan-osc-director): The Department of Commerce has appointed Taylor Jordan as director of the office of space commerce.
- [NASA, Industry Partners Eye 2027 Launch for Fly Foundational Robots Demo Mission](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nasa-2027-ffr-robotic-arm-demo): NASA and industry partners plan to launch a demonstration mission in late 2027 to operate a commercial robotic arm in low Earth orbit as part of a push to advance in-space operations in support of future exploration and scientific discovery missions.
- [GSA, SAP to Offer Discounts on IT Products Under OneGov Deal](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gsa-sap-onegov-discounts): The General Services Administration and SAP have signed an agreement to make the latter's database, analytics, integration and cloud platforms available to federal agencies. 
- [Navy Awards JWCC Task Orders to Google, Oracle for Cloud Capabilities](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/navy-jwcc-cloud-task-orders-google-oracle): The Department of the Navy’s Program Executive Office Digital and Enterprise Services, or PEO Digital, has awarded Google Public Sector and Oracle America competitive task orders under the Joint Warfighting Capability Cloud, also known as JWCC, contract vehicle to support secure and rapid cloud migration and digital transformation.
- [INL Receives First Project Pele Nuclear Fuel Delivery From BWXT](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/inl-bwxt-triso-nuclear-fuel-project-pele): Idaho National Laboratory has confirmed the first delivery of tri-structural isotropic, or TRISO, particle fuel at its Transient Reactor Test Facility, marking a milestone in the development of a mobile microreactor for the Department of War under Project Pele.
- [Lawmakers Revive AI Civil Rights Act to Prevent Algorithmic Discrimination](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/ai-civil-rights-act-algorithmic-bias): Sen. Edward Markey, D-Mass., and Rep. Yvette Clarke, D-N.Y., have reintroduced the Artificial Intelligence Civil Rights Act, which seeks to stop companies from using biased algorithms that influence decisions affecting civil rights and access to essential opportunities. The reintroduction was announced Tuesday by the office of Rep. Pramila Jayapal, D-Wash., one of the House co-leaders for the proposed legislation.
- [Army Issues RFI for CAML Munitions Pallet Development](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/army-rfi-caml-munitions-pallet): The U.S. Army's Portfolio Acquisition Executive Fires Common Autonomous Multi-Domain Launcher Product Office has started seeking industry feedback on potential vendors capable of designing, building and testing munitions pallets for CAML, an autonomous or optionally crewed, highly mobile, air-transportable fires launcher.
- [David Bottom Departs SEC, Joins Consulting Services Group as CISO](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/sec-david-bottom-csg-ciso): David Bottom has stepped down as chief information officer at the Securities and Exchange Commission to join Consulting Services Group as chief information security officer.
- [HHS Appoints Martin Kulldorff as Chief Science Officer for ASPE](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/hhs-aspe-martin-kulldorff-chief-science): The Department of Health and Human Services has named Martin Kulldorff, a biostatistician and epidemiologist, chief science officer for the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluation, or ASPE.
- [War Department Plans to Cap IT Products Purchased Through Resellers](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dow-reseller-price-cap-it-acquisition): The Department of War plans to impose a 5 percent cap on fees that value-added resellers charge for certain IT products, according to a draft memo obtained by Federal News Network.
- [LLNL Tests Weapons-Grade Plutonium to Evaluate If Nuclear Warheads Can Survive Enemy Defenses](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/llnl-plutonium-sample-test-nuclear-weapon): Researchers from the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory in California have conducted an experiment at its National Ignition Facility, or NIF, to see if U.S. nuclear warheads, such as the W87-1, can survive attacks from enemy missile defense systems.
- [Commerce Dept Signs LOI With xLight for Free-Electron Laser Prototype](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/commerce-dept-loi-xlight-fel-protoype): The Department of Commerce's CHIPS Research and Development Office signed a non-binding letter of intent with xLight to offer up to $150 million in proposed federal incentives through the CHIPS and Science Act.
- [NNSA Requests Industry Feedback on AI Capabilities for National Security](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nnsa-ai-capabilities-national-security-rfi): The National Nuclear Security Administration has issued a request for information to identify potential applications of artificial intelligence capabilities that support its mission, advance scientific research and strengthen national security.
- [DLA Announces Acquisition Overhaul, Supply Chain Digitization Plans](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dla-acquisition-reform-supply-chain): The Defense Logistics Agency used its latest industry meeting to outline a strategic transformation effort meant to reshape acquisition, modernize supply chains and accelerate how the agency supports warfighters in contested logistics environments, the agency said Monday.
- [Ralph Abraham Appointed as CDC Principal Deputy Director](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/cdc-principal-deputy-ralph-abraham-appointment): Ralph Abraham, a former Louisiana health official, has been named principal deputy director at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, The Hill reported Tuesday.
- [USPTO Releases Updated Guidance for AI-Assisted Inventions](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/uspto-ai-assisted-inventorship-updated-guidance): The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office within the Department of Commerce has issued revised guidance on determining the patentability of an invention created with the help of artificial intelligence systems.
- [New ARPA-H Director Details Health Tech Initiatives, Pushes for Broader Partnerships With Innovators](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/alicia-jackson-arpa-h-letter-innovation): Alicia Jackson, the new director of the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health, identified recent ARPA-H initiatives and called for innovators to introduce new technologies that can improve the nation’s healthcare systems in a letter addressed to stakeholders.
- [Space Force Advances Naval Research Laboratory’s TREx to Operational Prototype](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/space-force-trex-prototype-jam-demo): The U.S. Space Force’s Space Systems Command has transitioned the Naval Research Laboratory’s Transmit/Receive Enterprise, or TREx, from a research effort into an operational prototype.
- [White House Issues New Rules to Limit Foreign-Made Drone Use, Strengthen UAS Cybersecurity](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/omb-cybersecurity-foreign-uas-rules): The White House has released new procurement guidance directing federal agencies to adopt strict cybersecurity standards for unmanned aircraft systems and accelerate the shift away from foreign-made platforms. The government-wide memo, issued by the Office of Management and Budget on Nov. 21, implements provisions of the American Security Drone Act and outlines new requirements intended to protect federal missions and support U.S. drone manufacturers.
- [NAVAIR Selects 4 Vendors to Compete for Drone ISR Basic Ordering Agreements](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/navair-drone-isr-boa): The Naval Air Systems Command's program executive office for unmanned aviation and strike weapons has revealed plans to issue delivery orders under four basic ordering agreements to support land and sea-based unmanned aerial system contractor-owned, contractor-operated intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance, or ISR, services.
- [General Atomics Advances Helium-Cooled Fast Modular Reactor Concept](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/general-atomics-fast-modular-reactor): General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems has finished the conceptual design for its new helium gas-cooled fast modular reactor, or FMR.
- [Pentagon Releases Zero Trust Guidance for Securing OT Systems](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dod-zero-trust-operational-tech-cybersecurity): The Department of Defense has issued new guidance detailing how its components must implement zero trust principles across operational technology environments.
- [House Bill Seeks to Create Unified Federal AI Strategy as Global Competition Accelerates](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/house-ai-strategy-bill-jen-kiggans): A new House bill is seeking to establish a unified federal strategy for artificial intelligence and modernize the government’s research and regulatory approach to the technology. 
- [HHS Expands Leadership Team With New Appointments](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/hhs-appointees-christine-adams-stuart): The Department of Health and Human Services has appointed Adm. Brian Christine, Alex Adams and Michael Stuart to leadership roles.
- [GAO Says DOD Needs Clearer Rules to Track Funding for Pacific Deterrence](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gao-dod-pdi-budget-report-assessment): The Government Accountability Office says the Pentagon’s annual budget reporting for the Pacific Deterrence Initiative does not give Congress a reliable picture of how the department is resourcing efforts to counter China in the Indo-Pacific. According to a GAO report published Tuesday, the military services applied inconsistent criteria when deciding which programs to include in PDI budget exhibits for fiscal years 2023 through 2025.
- [Space Force Issues First Hardware Contracts for Golden Dome Interceptor Prototypes](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/space-force-golden-dome-interceptors-contracts): The U.S. Space Force has awarded several contracts under $9 million each to advance prototypes for space-based interceptors, or SBIs, for the Golden Dome missile defense program, Bloomberg reported.
- [Navy Terminates 4 Constellation-Class Frigates Amid Strategic Shift](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/navy-constellation-class-frigate-canceled): The U.S. Navy has announced plans to cancel the final four ships in its $22 billion Constellation-class frigate program.
- [Senate Confirms Richard Correll as New STRATCOM Commander](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/richard-correll-stratcom-senate-confirmation): The Senate confirmed Vice Adm. Richard Correll’s nomination as commander of the U.S. Strategic Command during a voice vote Thursday, according to congressional records.
- [Trump Signs EO Establishing Genesis Mission to Bolster AI Use for Scientific Research](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/trump-genesis-mission-ai-eo-white-house): President Donald Trump has signed an executive order establishing the Genesis Mission, a national effort to use artificial intelligence to accelerate scientific discovery and strengthen U.S. leadership in AI.
- [Army Issues Second Sources Sought Notification for Company-Level SUAS](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/army-sources-sought-company-level-suas): The U.S. Army has released its second sources sought notification for the Company-Level Directed Requirement, or CoLvl DR, Small Uncrewed Aircraft System program.
- [NASA Restructures Boeing Starliner Crew Transport Contract](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/boeing-nasa-starliner-contract-modified): NASA has revised its commercial crew contract with Boeing, changing the number of committed Starliner flights and shifting the program’s next mission to an uncrewed demonstration as certification work continues.
- [NIST Seeks Feedback on Second CSF 2.0 Quick-Start Guide Draft](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nist-csf-guide-draft-public-comment): The National Institute of Standards and Technology has published a second public draft of its Cybersecurity Framework 2.0 quick-start guide focused on aligning cybersecurity, enterprise risk management and workforce management practices. The updated document, NIST Special Publication 1308 2pd, is open for public comment until Jan. 7, 2026.
- [Johns Hopkins APL Taps Patrick Stadter Tapped as Mission Area Executive for Theater Defense](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/johns-hopkins-apl-patrick-stadter-mae-promotion): Patrick Stadter has been appointed mission area executive for theater defense within the air and missile defense sector at Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory.
- [DHS Secretary Announces $1B Airport Security Investment Ahead of Holiday Travel Surge](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dhs-noem-1b-aviation-security-upgrade): Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem, a 2025 Wash100 Award recipient, has unveiled a $1 billion investment to modernize aviation security technology across U.S. airports, pledging a smoother and more secure travel experience as Americans head into the Thanksgiving and Christmas travel seasons.
- [Hanna Kim Departs Login.gov, Joins Microsoft as Senior Director for Responsible AI](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/hanna-kim-login-gov-departure-microsoft): Hanna Kim has departed Login.gov after two years with the program, where she most recently served as director of the federal digital identity platform. Kim announced her departure in a post on LinkedIn, describing the move as a difficult decision following a period of rapid capability development within the organization.
- [DOD Updates Policy for Managing Contractor-Prepared Data](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dod-manual-acquisition-contractor-data): The Department of Defense’s Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment on Friday issued DOD Manual 5010.12, which updates its policy and processes for acquiring and managing contractor-prepared data across all defense components and throughout the contract lifecycle, from planning to post-award activities.
- [OSC Commits $700M to Vulcan & ReElement for NdFeB Magnet Production](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/osc-vulcan-reelement-ndfeb-magnet): The Office of Strategic Capital has announced a joint $700 million conditional loan commitment with Vulcan Elements and ReElement Technologies to expand domestic Neodymium Iron Boron, or NdFeB, magnet production.
- [Space Force Plans Prototype Request for Space-Based Interceptors](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/ussf-prototype-space-based-interceptors): The U.S. Space Force, through its Space Systems Command and the Program Executive Office for Space Combat Power, announced plans to issue a request for prototype proposal by Dec. 7 for level of effort 2M space-based interceptors, or SBIs.
- [House Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Restrict CHIPS Funding Recipients From Buying China-Made Equipment](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/chip-equip-act-lofgren-obernolte-china-made): Reps. Zoe Lofgren, D-Calif., and Jay Obernolte, R-Calif., have introduced a bipartisan bill to prohibit companies receiving CHIPS Act funding from purchasing specialized semiconductor manufacturing equipment made by entities owned or controlled by the Chinese government and other U.S. adversaries.
- [Rear Adm. Stephen Tedford Confirmed as DCMA Director](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/stephen-tedford-confirmed-dcma-director): Rear Adm. Stephen Tedford will officially assume leadership of the Defense Contract Management Agency, or DCMA, after being confirmed by the Senate.
- [DISA Advances DCI Initiative With $931M OTA for Data Center Modernization](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/disa-dci-ota-data-center-modernization): The Defense Information Systems Agency has awarded an other transaction agreement worth approximately $931 million to advance data center modernization under the Defense Cloud Instance, or DCI, initiative. 
- [FAA Requesting Industry Input on Unified Air Traffic Automation System](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/faa-rfi-common-automation-platform-atc): The Federal Aviation Administration is seeking a Common Automation Platform, or CAP, that would give air traffic controllers access to flight data and facilitate the movement of aircraft from one facility to another.
- [NRO Director Discusses How Commercial Space Partnerships Enable Faster Capability Development](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/chris-scolese-nro-commercial-space-satellite): Broader engagement with the commercial technology sector is driving a shift in how the National Reconnaissance Office develops and fields new capabilities, said Chris Scolese, NRO director and a five-time Wash100 winner, at a conference hosted by the Center for Strategic & International Studies and the Hudson Institute on Thursday.
- [GSA Shifts All New MAS Contractors to FAS Catalog Platform](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gsa-advantage-fcp-shift-mas-sip): The General Services Administration has moved another step toward retiring the legacy Schedule Input Program, making the FAS Catalog Platform the default system for newly awarded Multiple Award Schedule contractors.
- [Navy Awards University of Washington APL $474M Maritime Science R&D Modification](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/navy-apl-uw-474m-contract-option-rdte): The U.S. Navy has exercised a $474.3 million contract option with the University of Washington’s Applied Physics Laboratory to continue providing research, development, engineering, and test and evaluation support across several core maritime science and technology areas through October 2030.
- [CISA Publishes Guidance to Manage Drone Risks for Critical Infrastructure](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/drone-risks-uas-critical-infrastructure-cisa): The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency has released three new guides to help critical infrastructure owners and operators address risks from unmanned aircraft systems.
- [NSA, Partner Agencies Issue Guidance to Counter Bulletproof Hosting Cybercrime Activity](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/bulletproof-hosting-guidance-nsa-cisa): The National Security Agency, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency and several international partners have issued a new Cybersecurity Information Sheet addressing risks linked to bulletproof hosting, or BPH, providers.
- [Lt. Gen. Dale White Nominated to Oversee Critical Major Weapons Systems](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dale-white-pentagon-drpm-weapon-systems): Breaking Defense reported Tuesday that Lt. Gen. Dale White has been nominated to serve as direct reporting portfolio manager, or DRPM, for critical major weapons systems, a new role that centralizes oversight of several of the U.S. Air Force’s highest-stakes programs.
- [GSA, Perplexity to Advance Federal AI Adoption Under OneGov Deal](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gsa-perplexity-onegov-ai-deal): The General Services Administration and Perplexity have signed an agreement to make the latter’s enterprise-grade artificial intelligence research and drafting platform available to federal agencies.
- [Reid Novotny Named Chief AI Officer at US Cyber Command](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/reid-novotny-chief-ai-officer-uscc-appointment): Brig. Gen. Reid Novotny announced on LinkedIn Monday that he has been appointed chief artificial intelligence officer at the U.S. Cyber Command.
- [Bipartisan Senate Bill Seeks Enhanced Protection for Sensitive AI Systems](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/ai-security-readiness-senate-bill-young-kelly): A bipartisan pair on the Senate Intelligence Committee is pushing new legislation that would require the National Security Agency to build a security framework for sensitive artificial intelligence systems. Sens. Todd Young, R-Ind., and Mark Kelly, D-Ariz., introduced the Advanced Artificial Intelligence Security Readiness Act, directing the NSA to identify vulnerabilities across cutting-edge AI and issue guidance to guard against foreign theft, sabotage and espionage.
- [Eric Moore Named Army Research Lab’s Acting Director](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/eric-moore-arl-acting-director-appointment): The U.S. Army has appointed Eric Moore, a 40-year veteran of military and federal service, as acting director of the Combat Capabilities Development Command, or DEVCOM, Army Research Laboratory, or ARL.
- [NIWC Pacific Leads Research on Quantum-Enhanced Fiber Optic Gyroscopes](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/niwc-pacific-quantum-fog-navigation-navy): Scientists at the Naval Information Warfare Center, or NIWC, Pacific in San Diego are advancing research on quantum-enhanced fiber optic gyroscopes, or FOGs, to improve precision navigation for the U.S. Navy, DVIDS reported Monday.
- [DLA Expanding Tech Industry Engagement Through Accelerator Team](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dla-tech-accelerator-team-david-koch): The Defense Logistics Agency is advancing efforts to attract emerging companies and streamline internal practices through its Tech Accelerator Team, Federal News Network reported Tuesday.
- [GAO Calls on SBA’s Information Chief to Resolve High-Risk Recommendations](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gao-sba-cio-cyber-it-recommendations): The Government Accountability Office has called on the Small Business Administration’s Office of the Chief Information Officer to address 20 open recommendations, all of which fall under areas considered high-risk.
- [Army Advances Janus Program With Microreactor Site Selection, DIU Industry Solicitation](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/army-janus-microreactor-site-diu-notice): The U.S. Army has identified nine installations as candidates to host microreactor power plants under its Janus Program, while the Defense Innovation Unit released an Area of Interest notice to solicit commercial technologies for advanced nuclear power.
- [DOE’s Fermilab, Qblox to Produce Quantum Control Platform](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/doe-fermilab-qblox-quantum-control): The Department of Energy has launched a new partnership bringing together its Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory and Qblox to manufacture and distribute a Fermilab-built control platform for American quantum research. 
- [Atlantic Council Launches ReForge Commission to Boost US Defense Industry](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/atlantic-council-reforge-commission-hicks): The Atlantic Council has launched the ReForge Commission to create a blueprint for nationwide defense industrial mobilization, aiming to revitalize the U.S. defense industrial base to meet the challenges of modern warfare.
- [Maj. Gen. John Rafferty Jr. Nominated to Lead Army Space & Missile Defense Command](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/john-rafferty-usasmdc-nomination): President Donald Trump has nominated Maj. Gen. John Rafferty Jr., chief of staff of U.S. European Command, to serve as the next commanding general of U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command, or USASMDC, and U.S. Army Forces Strategic Command at Redstone Arsenal in Alabama. 
- [Army Names W. Jordan Gillis Assistant Secretary for Installations, Energy, Environment](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/w-jordan-gillis-army-asst-secretary-appointed): W. Jordan Gillis has been sworn in as the assistant secretary of the Army for installations, energy and environment. He will oversee all Army installations and facilities worldwide and guide policies related to installations, energy management, environment and safety, the service said Monday.
- [OIG Offers Recommendations to Help NIH Improve All of Us Research Program’s Cybersecurity](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/oig-nih-all-of-us-cybersecurity): The Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General, or OIG, has issued a report calling on the National Institutes of Health to strengthen the cybersecurity of its All of Us Research Program to protect participants' personal health data from cyber and national security threats.
- [NASA Launches Sentinel-6B Satellite to Advance Ocean & Climate Monitoring](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nasa-sentinel-6b-satellite-launch): NASA and its international partners launched the Sentinel-6B satellite aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base on Nov. 16.
- [DOD’s Emil Michael Unveils 6 Critical Tech Areas to Advance Military Capabilities](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dod-emil-michael-critical-tech-areas): Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering Emil Michael has announced six critical technology areas, or CTAs, aimed at advancing U.S. military capabilities.
- [Army-Led Task Force Building Online Marketplace to Accelerate Procurement of Counter-Drone Systems](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/army-counter-uas-marketplace-jfatf-401): The Army-led Joint Interagency Task Force 401, or JIATF 401, is planning an online marketplace where military and intelligence leaders can quickly and more easily pick and purchase counter-unmanned aerial systems, or c-UAS, from various vendors, Breaking Defense reported Monday.
- [Space Force’s Vector 2025 to Guide Service Transformation](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/ussf-vector-2025-guidance): The U.S. Space Force has released Vector 2025, a consolidated reference outlining the direction and momentum the service intends to maintain as it continues its transition into a warfighting organization. According to the service branch, the document compiles the core concepts, priorities and service-level activities that underpin the Space Force’s approach to space superiority.
- [DARPA Triage Challenge Names DART, MSAI as Top Performers in Second-Year Event](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/darpa-triage-challenge-msai-dart-healthcare): DARPA has completed the second year of its Triage Challenge, awarding top spots to DART in the systems competition and MSAI in the data category as competing teams advanced new approaches to medical assessment during mass-casualty incidents. The program, launched to accelerate scalable and accurate triage tools for military and civilian crises, is now advancing to its final 2026 competition, DARPA said Friday.
- [DARPA Launches 2026 QBI Opportunity to Advance Fault-Tolerant Quantum Computing](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/darpa-quantum-benchmarking-initiative-2026): The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency’s Microsystems Technology Office has launched the 2026 edition of its Quantum Benchmarking Initiative, which aims to identify approaches for utility-scale, fault-tolerant quantum computing.
- [Army’s ACWS Adoption Accelerates With Over 45,000 Contract Actions Logged in FY25](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/army-contract-system-automated-users-fy25): The Army Contract Writing System, or ACWS, processed 45,324 contract actions in fiscal year 2025, a significant increase compared to 3,022 contract actions in FY24 and 95 in FY23.
- [MITRE Outlines Recommendations to Reshape DOD Acquisition Culture](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/mitre-recommendations-dod-acquisition): MITRE has released a paper outlining seven actionable recommendations intended to address the challenges in the Department of Defense's acquisition system.
- [SSC Establishes System Delta 831 to Enhance PNT Capabilities](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/ssc-system-delta-831-pnt-capabilities): The Space Systems Command formally stood up System Delta 831, or SYD 831, during an assumption-of-command ceremony on Oct. 2 at the Los Angeles Air Force Base.
- [DOE Seeks Input on Partnerships for Transformational AI Models](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/doe-ai-consortium-rfi): The Department of Energy has issued a request for information to explore the formation of a public-private consortium focused on curating scientific data from national laboratories for artificial intelligence applications. 
- [Navy Launches Innovation Adoption Kit to Advance Tech Integration](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/navy-innovation-adoption-kit-release): The Department of the Navy has unveiled the Innovation Adoption Kit, or IAK, a framework designed to help commanders and program managers evaluate, implement and scale innovative technologies across the DON enterprise. 
- [CISA, FBI, Partners Issue Updated Guidance Against Akira Ransomware Threat](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/cisa-fbi-guidance-akira-ransomware): The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, the FBI, other U.S. agencies and international partners have issued new guidance identifying new methods used by the Akira ransomware group and how to defend against them.
- [Sandia, NNSA Complete B61-12 Flight Tests on F-35](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/sandia-nnsa-b61-12-f35-test): Sandia National Laboratories and the National Nuclear Security Administration conducted a series of B61-12 nuclear gravity bomb flight tests in Nevada in August, validating the weapon’s performance when carried and released by an F-35A aircraft, Sandia said Thursday.
- [NASA’s ESCAPADE Satellites Deployed, Targeting Mars in 2027](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nasa-escapade-deployed-mars-magnetosphere): NASA’s twin ESCAPADE spacecraft, designed by Rocket Lab, have deployed into orbit following their launch aboard Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket, beginning the first coordinated two-spacecraft orbital science mission to Mars.
- [Baird’s 2025 Defense & Government Conference Invites Federal Leaders to Join AI, Acquisition & Space Discussions](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/baird-defense-government-conference-2025): Federal agency leaders, acquisition officials and technology executives are invited to attend the 2025 Baird Defense & Government Conference on Tuesday, Nov. 18, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Ritz-Carlton, Tysons Corner in Virginia. The event brings together government and industry decision-makers for a full day of analysis, conversation and collaboration.
- [DARPA Competition Seeks UAS Designs With Improved Payload Lifting Capacity](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/darpa-lift-challenge-uas-payload): The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency is holding a competition titled the DARPA Lift Challenge, which is offering $6.5 million in prize money for the development of vertical lift unmanned aircraft systems that can exceed current payload-to-weight ratio limitations.
- [Trump Signs Government Funding Bill Into Law](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/trump-funding-bill-43-day-gov-shutdown-end): President Donald Trump on Wednesday signed into law a bipartisan funding measure to end the 43-day government shutdown.
- [Army Overhauls Acquisition Structure](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/army-pae-acquisition-reorganization): The U.S. Army is creating six portfolio acquisition executives, or PAEs, as part of an acquisition reorganization aimed at accelerating the delivery of weapons systems and technology to warfighters, Breaking Defense reported Wednesday.
- [Senate Bipartisan Bill Proposes US Access to Advanced AI Chips](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/senate-bill-us-ai-chip-access): A bipartisan group of senators has introduced the Guaranteeing Access and Innovation for National Artificial Intelligence Act, a proposal that would require chipmakers to give U.S. companies, startups and universities priority access to advanced AI chips before exporting them to China or other countries of concern. 
- [FAA Seeking Industry Partner to Support Supply Chain, Logistics Systems Modernization Program](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/faa-it-clmrs-supply-chain-modernization): The Federal Aviation Administration is seeking IT services providers to support the Air Traffic Organization’s Configuration, Logistics and Maintenance Resources Solutions, or CLMRS, portfolio.
- [Johns Hopkins APL Installs Robotic Arm for Maritime Manufacturing Research](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/johns-hopkins-apl-robotic-arm): The Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory has completed the installation of a RAMLAB MaxQ industrial robot in its advanced manufacturing facility to enhance research on maritime industrial resilience and strengthen the U.S. maritime industrial base.
- [CISA Issues Guidance on Cisco ASA & Firepower Device Threats](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/cisa-guidance-cisco-asa-firepower-threat): The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency has issued new guidance that addresses vulnerabilities in Cisco Adaptive Security Appliances and Firepower devices. 
- [L3Harris-Made RS-25 Engine for NASA’s Artemis V Undergoes Hot Fire Test](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/l3harris-nasa-rs25-engine-test-artemis-v): L3Harris Technologies, in partnership with NASA, has test-fired the second RS-25 engine that will power the core stage of the Space Launch System rocket for the Artemis V space mission.
- [SBA Clears Backlog in Veteran Small Business Certification Program](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/sba-vetcert-backlog-cleared): The Small Business Administration has cleared the backlog of Veteran Small Business Certification, or VetCert, applications, allowing veteran entrepreneurs to compete for federal contracts without delay. 
- [FDA Names Richard Pazdur as Director of Center for Drug Evaluation, Research](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/fda-richard-pazdur-cder-director-appointment): The Food and Drug Administration has appointed Richard Pazdur, the founding director of the agency’s Oncology Center of Excellence, as the new head of the Center for Drug Evaluation and Research.
- [Oklo Secures DOE Approval for A3F Nuclear Safety Design Agreement](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/doe-approval-oklo-a3f-nsda): The Department of Energy has approved Oklo's nuclear safety design agreement, or NSDA, for its Aurora Fuel Fabrication Facility, or A3F, at Idaho National Laboratory. 
- [Air Force Seeks White Papers for Counter-Air Missile Program](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/air-force-white-papers-camp): The U.S. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center has issued a request for white papers for the Counter-Air Missile Program, or CAMP.
- [ITI Urges Policy Action to Address Agentic AI Risks, Strengthen Governance](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/iti-agentic-ai-risks-policy-recommendations): The global technology trade association the Information Technology Industry Council, a.k.a. ITI, is calling for proactive policy measures to address the vulnerabilities of agentic AI, a new class of artificial intelligence that operates autonomously with multi-step reasoning and planning.
- [Catalyst Accelerator Launches New Cohort to Develop AI Tools for Space Force ISR Operations](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/catalyst-accelerator-cohort-ai-isr-ussf): The Catalyst Accelerator has selected six technology startups to participate in its 16th cohort and explore artificial intelligence and machine learning applications for the U.S. Space Force’s intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance missions.
- [Michael Duffey: DOD to Accelerate Weapons Procurement But Will Not Sacrifice Cost or Performance](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/michael-duffey-dod-speed-defense-acquisition): The Department of Defense is pushing to accelerate weapons procurement but Michael Duffey, under secretary of defense for acquisition and sustainment, clarified in a report by Breaking Defense that speed will not override other factors, such as cost and performance.
- [Lt. Gen. Michele Bredenkamp Takes on NGA Director Role](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/michele-bredenkamp-nga-change-directorship): Lt. Gen. Michele Bredenkamp assumed the role of director of the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency during a change of directorship ceremony at NGA headquarters.
- [Tom Harker Appointed DOD Deputy CFO](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/tom-harker-dod-deputy-cfo): Tom Harker announced on LinkedIn Monday that he has been officially named deputy chief financial officer of the Department of Defense.
- [Former USDA CIO Gary Washington Named ACT-IAC Chief Strategy Officer](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/act-iac-gary-washington-chief-strategy-officer): The American Council for Technology-Industry Advisory Council, or ACT-IAC, has appointed Gary Washington, former chief information officer at the U.S. Department of Agriculture, as chief strategy officer.
- [Army Secretary Shares Plans to Procure 1 Million Drones, Bolster Domestic Supply Chain](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/army-daniel-driscoll-drone-procurement): The U.S. Army plans to buy at least one million drones over the next two to three years as it prepares for future conflicts, Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll said in an interview with Reuters.
- [SDA Missile Tracking Contracts Delayed as DOD Diverts Funds to Military Pay](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/sda-dod-tranche-3-funding-diversion): Funding for the Space Development Agency’s next round of missile tracking satellite contracts has been temporarily diverted to cover troop salaries during the ongoing government shutdown, according to a Breaking Defense report citing government and industry sources.
- [Coast Guard Launches Search for Training Center Location Amid Planned Personnel Growth](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/coast-guard-rfi-national-training-center): The U.S. Coast Guard has issued a request for information to identify potential sites for a new national training center.
- [DIU Seeks Advanced Industrialized Construction Methods to Modernize Barracks](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/diu-industrialized-construction-barracks): The Defense Innovation Unit has issued a commercial solutions opening seeking advanced manufacturing and industrialized construction, or IC, methods to modernize the Department of Defense's aging barracks.
- [Energy Department Names Dawn Zimmer Permanent CIO](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/energy-department-dawn-zimmer-cio): The Department of Energy has named Dawn Zimmer as its permanent chief information officer, marking the third official to hold the role since the start of the second Trump administration, NextGov reported Friday.
- [X-energy Kicks Off Irradiation Tests of TRISO-X Nuclear Fuel at INL](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/x-energy-triso-x-fuel-tests-inl): X-energy has launched the first U.S. irradiation tests of its advanced nuclear fuel, TRISO-X, at Idaho National Laboratory’s Advanced Test Reactor. 
- [Hegseth Announces Pentagon Acquisition Overhaul](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/hegseth-pentagon-acquisition-reforms): Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, a 2025 Wash100 awardee, unveiled sweeping reforms to the Department of Defense’s weapons acquisition system during his speech Friday at the National War College in Washington, D.C.
- [Inside the DEA’s Tech Surge: AI Propels Advancements in Enforcement](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dea-ai-machine-learning-advancements-enforcement): AI and machine learning are supercharging the Drug Enforcement Administration’s efforts to protect Americans from dangerous narcotics. From improving crime scene reconstruction and determining the origin of drug precursors, AI is helping the DEA work faster, smarter and more effectively.
- [Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth Unveils DOD Overhaul of Arms Transfer](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/pete-hegseth-dod-arms-transfer-reforms-fms): Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, a 2025 Wash100 Award winner, has issued new guidance aimed at unifying its arms transfer and security cooperation enterprise to improve efficiency, strengthen burden-sharing with allies and partners, and enhance the U.S. defense industrial base. The memorandum, dated Nov. 7, is part of a trio of documents from the Department of Defense that call for changes in the defense acquisition.
- [DOD’s Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification 2.0 Program Is Now Live](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dod-rollout-cmmc-program): The Department of Defense began the phased rollout of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification, or CMMC, program today, Nov. 10, marking the end of its voluntary phase, MeriTalk reported Thursday.
- [DIU Launches Solicitation for Commercial Capabilities to Support Adaptive Space Manufacturing at Scale](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/diu-cso-space-manufacturing-supply-chain): The Defense Innovation Unit is seeking commercial proposals to develop adaptive, high-volume production technologies for space systems to address constraints in the U.S. supply chain.
- [Pentagon’s Updated Cyber Force Plan Establishes New Training, Talent Centers](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dod-cybercom-workforce-plan-establishment): The Department of Defense has released a "revised" strategy to strengthen U.S. Cyber Command’s workforce and operational readiness, introducing new organizations focused on talent management, advanced training and innovation, Breaking Defense reported Friday. The plan, which appears to be an update of the previous administration’s CYBERCOM 2.0 framework, outlines a new approach to developing and retaining cyber operators across the services.
- [SpOC Redesignated as USSF Combat Forces Command Under Lt. Gen. Gagnon](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/ussf-combat-forces-command-redesignation-gagnon): U.S. Space Operations Command, or SpOC, has been redesignated as U.S. Space Force Combat Forces Command, aligning the organization's name with its mission to develop combat-ready space forces for the U.S. and its allies.
- [Army Deploys AI to Identify Tanks in Next-Gen C2 Prototype Experiments](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/army-ai-target-recognition-ngc2-ivy-sting): The U.S. Army is testing artificial intelligence-aided target recognition as part of its Next Generation Command and Control, or NGC2, prototype, a move aimed at speeding up decision-making and fire missions on the battlefield, Breaking Defense reported Thursday.
- [Treasury Probes Potential Fraud Across Contracting Programs](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/treasury-audit-fraud-9b-sba-contract-awards): The Department of the Treasury has launched a department-wide audit of contracting activity valued at approximately $9 billion, focusing on potential misuse of the Small Business Administration’s 8(a) Business Development Program and other preference-based federal contracting initiatives.
- [DARPA Advances 11 Companies to Next Quantum Benchmarking Initiative Phase](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/darpa-quantum-benchmarking-initiative-stage-b): The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency has selected 11 quantum computing companies to advance to the next phase of its Quantum Benchmarking Initiative, a long-term program designed to determine whether any quantum computing technology can reach utility-scale operation by 2033.
- [Purdue, BWXT Partner to Advance Research in Next-Gen Nuclear Tech](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/purdue-bwxt-nuclear-smr-microreactors): Purdue University and BWX Technologies have formed a strategic collaboration to accelerate research and workforce development focused on next-generation nuclear manufacturing, including small modular reactors—a.k.a. SMRs—and microreactors.
- [Trump Administration Reports Record-Low Border Encounters in October](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dhs-cbp-border-encounters-record-low-noem): The Department of Homeland Security reported record-low border encounters in October, the first month of fiscal year 2026.
- [VA Issues RFI on AI-Driven Contract Writing System](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/veterans-affairs-ai-contract-writing-sources-sought): The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking information from the industry to identify options for a comprehensive contract-writing system, or CWS, that integrates with the agency's financial management systems.
- [Hegseth to Unveil Pentagon Acquisition Overhaul Before Industry Leaders](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/hegseth-dod-acquisition-industry-speech): Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, a 2025 Wash100 awardee, is set to outline proposed Pentagon acquisition reforms on Friday at the National War College in Washington, D.C., drawing representatives from across the defense and technology industries, Defense One reported Wednesday.
- [Atlantic Council Unveils GeoTech Commission on AI](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/atlantic-council-geotech-ai-commission): The Atlantic Council has launched a new commission that brings together industry executives, congressional leaders and innovators to strengthen the U.S. position in artificial intelligence.
- [Jared Isaacman Renominated as NASA Administrator](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/jared-isaacman-nasa-admin-renominated): President Donald Trump has renominated Jared Isaacman to serve as NASA administrator, months after withdrawing the initial nomination. The president announced Isaacman's latest nomination on Truth Social Tuesday.
- [USCIS Proposes Major Expansion in Biometrics Collection for Immigration Processing](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/uscis-dhs-biometric-expansion-proposed-rule): The Department of Homeland Security’s U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services has proposed a rule to expand its collection of biometrics to individuals applying for immigration benefits and other related processes.
- [OPM, OMB Tighten Federal Hiring Rules](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/opm-omb-hiring-rules-federal-workforce): The Office of Personnel Management and the Office of Management and Budget have issued new guidance imposing strict oversight on federal hiring, requiring agencies to justify every position against administration priorities and maintain limits on new hires until detailed staffing plans are approved.
- [Air Force Tests Minuteman III Missile’s Mission Readiness at Vandenberg SFB](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/air-force-minuteman-iii-icbm-launch-gt254): Air Force Global Strike Command has carried out a test launch of an unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile from the Western Test Range at Vandenberg Space Force Base in California to evaluate the reliability, readiness and accuracy of the weapon system.
- [PSC Warns of Critical Risks as Government Shutdown Nears Record Duration](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/psc-risks-government-shutdown): The Professional Services Council has warned that the ongoing federal shutdown is causing significant disruptions across agencies as the situation approaches the longest in U.S. history.
- [Gen. Stephen Davis Assumes Leadership of Air Force Global Strike Command](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/afgsc-new-commander-stephen-davis): Gen. Stephen Davis took command of Air Force Global Strike Command, or AFGSC, during a change of command ceremony on Tuesday at Barksdale Air Force Base in Louisiana.
- [Pentagon Draft Memo Signals Overhaul of Acquisition Process](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/pentagon-draft-acquisition-overhaul): The Department of Defense is preparing to implement major changes to how it buys weapons and technology as part of a push to promote competition, reduce bureaucracy and expedite the delivery of capabilities to warfighters, Breaking Defense reported Tuesday.
- [DOE Renews National Quantum Research Centers With $625M Investment](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/doe-quantum-research-centers-625m-investment): The Department of Energy has announced a $625 million funding renewal for its five National Quantum Information Science Research Centers, or NQISRCs, established under the National Quantum Initiative Act of 2018.
- [DOE Opens Proposal Submission to Build AI Data Centers at Paducah Site in Kentucky](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/doe-paducah-ai-data-center-proposals): The Department of Energy’s Office of Environmental Management is soliciting proposals from U.S. companies capable of constructing and operating artificial intelligence data centers at the agency’s Paducah site in Kentucky.
- [DHA Seeks Industry Feedback on MHS GENESIS Deployment Methods](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dha-mhs-genesis-deployment-methods-rfi): The Defense Health Agency issued a request for information to gather industry input on deploying the Military Health Systems, or MHS, GENESIS electronic health record platform.
- [Exiger’s Bob Kolasky Warns AI Data Center Boom Exposes New Risks to US Infrastructure](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/exiger-bob-kolasky-ai-data-center-risks): The rapid physical expansion of artificial intelligence infrastructure could create new vulnerabilities across U.S. critical systems, said Bob Kolasky, senior vice president for critical infrastructure at Exiger, in an opinion piece Homeland Security Today published.
- [New ITI Report Urging US to Strengthen Global Space Leadership Through Innovation, Alliances](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/iti-report-us-space-competitiveness): The Information Technology Industry Council has published a new report that found that the United States can reinforce its leadership in space by pursuing partnerships with other countries and building a strong innovation ecosystem.
- [DOD Reveals $27.8B FY25 Topline Budget for Military Intelligence Program](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dod-fy2025-military-intelligence-program-budget): The Department of Defense announced that the fiscal year 2025 appropriated topline budget for the Military Intelligence Program, or MIP, totaled $27.8 billion. 
- [Agencies Cancel Over 100 Excessive Contracts Worth $4.4B](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/federal-agencies-cut-103-contracts-save-103m): The Department of Government Efficiency announced that, over the past five days, federal agencies canceled 103 excessive contracts with a total ceiling value of $4.4 billion, resulting in a reported $103 million in savings, The Epoch Times reported on Monday. 
- [University of Arizona Appoints Linda Bixby as Chief Research Partnerships Officer](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/bixby-university-of-arizona-chief-research-partnerships-hire): Linda Bixby has been appointed chief research partnerships officer at the University of Arizona.
- [Chinese Cyber Espionage Surges 150%, House Committee Warns](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/house-cyber-snapshot-china-critical-sectors): The House Committee on Homeland Security has released an updated "Cyber Threat Snapshot" detailing a sharp rise in cyberattacks by nation-states and criminal groups targeting U.S. networks and critical infrastructure. The report comes as the country transitions from Cybersecurity Awareness Month to Critical Infrastructure Security and Resilience Month.
- [Pentagon Launches Survey to Gauge Small Business Readiness for CMMC](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/pentagon-small-business-cmmc-survey): The Department of Defense is conducting a survey on the readiness of small businesses to meet the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification requirements, which are set to go into effect on Nov. 10, Federal News Network reported.
- [USTRANSCOM Seeks Zero Trust Contract File Management System](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/ustranscom-zero-trust-contract-file-mgmt): The U.S. Transportation Command Acquisition office, or TCAQ, is seeking industry input on a secure, cloud-enabled contract file management system aligned with zero trust architecture.
- [Army Maj. Gen. Christopher Eubank Confirmed as Lieutenant General & Cyber Commander](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/christopher-eubank-lt-gen-army-confirmation): The Senate has confirmed the nomination of U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Christopher Eubank to lieutenant general. According to a Congress notification, his nomination was approved Thursday, along with eight other Army promotions to the rank.
- [The Essential DOD 5G Briefing for GovCons](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/essential-5g-guide-govcons-r-d-wireless-spectrum): 5G technology represents a transformative leap in connectivity that GovCons cannot afford to miss. As the backbone of next-generation communications, 5G offers ultra-fast speeds, low latency and the capacity to support massive data flows, capabilities essential for defense, intelligence, homeland security missions and more.
- [US, China Reach Trade & Economic Deal](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/us-china-trade-deal-rare-earths-semiconductors): The Trump administration has announced a trade and economic agreement with China aimed at rebalancing trade, protecting national security and expanding opportunities for American workers and farmers. 
- [ODNI Discloses $73.3B FY25 Appropriated Budget for Intelligence Program](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/odni-intel-program-fy25-appropriations): The Office of the Director of National Intelligence announced that Congress appropriated an aggregate amount of $73.3 billion for the National Intelligence Program, or NIP, in fiscal year 2025.
- [Leidos’ Paul Wilkinson Urges Federal Leaders to Prioritize Resilience in Digital Transformation](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/paul-wilkinson-leidos-video-interview-zero-trust-digmod): Federal agencies should view modernization as a strategic imperative rooted in security, adaptability and workforce development, according to Paul Wilkinson, senior vice president and digital modernization practice area leader at Leidos.
- [FCC Tightens Rules on Imports of High-Risk Communications Equipment](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/fcc-telecom-security-ban-huawei-hikvision): The Federal Communications Commission has voted to close loopholes associated with its list of telecommunications equipment barred from entering the United States due to national security concerns.
- [Winning Future Conflicts Depends on Networked Warfare, INDOPACOM Says](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/indopacom-rudd-network-integration): The U.S. Indo-Pacific Command has identified networking, the ability to connect and integrate systems across domains, as the “mega trend” shaping the future of warfare, Breaking Defense reported Friday.
- [NTIA’s Arielle Roth Outlines National Spectrum Strategy](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/ntia-arielle-roth-spectrum-strategy): Arielle Roth, assistant secretary of commerce for communications and information at the National Telecommunications and Information Administration, spoke at Forum Global's 14th Americas Spectrum Management Conference on Oct. 30 about the U.S. government's plans to expand spectrum access, as outlined in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which NTIA dubbed OB3.
- [Senior Cyber Official Ryan Donaghy Moves to TSA as DHS Realigns Personnel for Border Control](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/cisa-ryan-donaghy-tsa-reassignment-dhs): A senior Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency official, Ryan Donaghy, has been reassigned to the Transportation Security Administration. His transfer comes along with a broad personnel realignment across the Department of Homeland Security under which CISA operates, according to a NextGov FCW report Friday. 
- [VA Issues RFI for Enterprise Cloud Strategy](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/va-rfi-enterprise-cloud-strategy): The Department of Veterans Affairs has released a request for information to gather industry insight on enterprise cloud operations within the VA Enterprise Cloud, or VAEC.
- [Gen. Kenneth Wilsbach Confirmed as Air Force Chief of Staff](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/air-force-chief-staff-kenneth-wilsbach-confirmation): The Senate on Thursday confirmed Gen. Kenneth Wilsbach as the 24th chief of staff of the U.S. Air Force, Breaking Defense reported.
- [Trump Orders Pentagon to Restart Nuclear Weapons Testing](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/trump-pentagon-nuclear-weapons-testing): President Donald Trump has directed the Department of Defense to “immediately” begin testing of nuclear weapons, a move the U.S. has not taken since 1992, Reuters reported Thursday.
- [DHS Opens Applications for Counter-Drone Grant Program](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dhs-counter-drone-grant-program): State, local, tribal and territorial governments can now apply for federal funding to acquire counter-drone technologies under the Department of Homeland Security’s Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems Grant Program.
- [Pentagon, Navy Nominees Outline Defense Priorities in Senate Confirmation Hearing](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/senate-defense-navy-berkowitz-jewell-caggy-rogers): The Senate Armed Services Committee has conducted a hearing to consider nominations of Marc Berkowitz, Joseph Jewell, James Caggy and Brendan Rogers in critical positions at the Department of Defense.
- [Pacific Fleet Commander Urges Rapid Tech Acquisition, AI Integration](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/uspacflt-commander-rapid-tech-acquisition): Adm. Stephen Koehler, commander of the U.S. Pacific Fleet, urged defense and industry leaders to accelerate the acquisition and deployment of advanced technologies to service members, Defense One reported Thursday.
- [Johns Hopkins APL Launches GenWar Lab to Advance AI-Driven Wargaming](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/genwar-lab-ai-based-wargaming-jhuapl): The Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory has established the GenWar Lab program, a new incubator aimed at advancing artificial intelligence-driven wargaming and decision support for military and national security leaders.
- [CISA, NSA Issue Guidance to Strengthen Microsoft Exchange Server Security](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/microsoft-exchange-server-cybersecurity-guidance): The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency and the National Security Agency, along with global cybersecurity partners, have issued new guidance outlining best practices to secure Microsoft Exchange servers against cyberattacks. 
- [Hegseth Plans to Shift Pentagon’s Arms Sales Office to Acquisition Leadership](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/hegseth-dsca-fms-acquisition-office-restructure): Pete Hegseth, secretary of the Department of Defense and a 2025 Wash100 awardee, is expected to announce a major restructuring of the Pentagon’s arms sales operations on Nov. 7 at a meeting of defense industry executives, Politico reported Wednesday.
- [Trump Administration Scores Major Maritime, Tech Deals With South Korea](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/us-south-korea-shipbuilding-tech-partnership): The Trump administration has announced key investments and agreements with South Korea to strengthen U.S. exports, advance American leadership in technology and energy, and build up maritime partnerships.
- [Vice Adm. Thomas Allan Nominated as Coast Guard Vice Commandant](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/thomas-allan-coast-guard-vice-commandant-nomination): The White House has nominated Vice Adm. Thomas Allan Jr. for vice commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard.
- [Government Shutdown Could Cost US Economy Up to $14B](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/cbo-federal-shutdown-economic-impact): The Congressional Budget Office estimates that the ongoing government shutdown, which began on Oct. 1, could result in a permanent economic loss of between $7 billion and $14 billion in 2025 dollars even after most federal spending and activity resume.
- [DOT Awards $89M Contract to Google Under GSA’s OneGov IT Strategy](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/google-workspace-89m-dot-contract): Google has secured a five-year, $89 million contract to provide the Department of Transportation workforce with the cloud-based productivity and collaboration tools available in Google Workspace. The company booked the deal under the General Services Administration’s OneGov Strategy enabling volume discounts on federal agencies’ IT acquisitions and procurement, NextGov/FCW reported Wednesday.
- [FCC Head Seeks Comment on Proposed Rules to Auction Additional Upper C-Band Spectrum](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/fcc-public-input-additional-band-spectrum-auction): Federal Communications Commission Chairman Brendan Carr is seeking comment on a proposal to auction additional mid-band spectrum in the Upper C-Band to support next-generation wireless services.
- [NVIDIA Introduces NVQLink to Connect Quantum & GPU Supercomputers](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nvidia-nvqlink-quantum-gpu-supercomputers): NVIDIA has introduced NVQLink, an open system architecture designed to seamlessly integrate graphics processing unit, or GPU, computing with quantum processors, enabling the development of accelerated quantum supercomputers.
- [Lorrie Owens Selected as Acting Deputy PEO Land Systems](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/owens-acting-deputy-peo-land-systems): Lorrie Owens announced on LinkedIn Monday that she has been appointed U.S. Marine Corps acting deputy program executive officer land systems. She will also continue serving as chief of staff at PEO Land Systems.
- [US, Japan Strengthen Defense, Technology Ties](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/trump-japan-defense-ties-indopacific): The Trump administration has outlined a set of U.S.-Japan agreements and investment commitments intended to strengthen cooperation across defense, manufacturing, energy, technology and supply chains.
- [Army, NORTHCOM Link Palantir AI Systems to Strengthen Border Security](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/army-northcom-ai-border-security-ngc2): The U.S. Army and Northern Command have integrated their respective AI systems, namely Army Vantage and Maven Smart System, to enhance coordination and data sharing in support of border security operations, Breaking Defense reported. Both systems run on AI software from Palantir but serve distinct missions.
- [NASA, Lockheed Complete Initial X-59 Flight Test](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/x59-supersonic-aircraft-maiden-flight-lockheed-nasa): NASA and Lockheed Martin’s Skunk Works division have conducted the initial flight test of the X-59, a supersonic aircraft designed to reduce the noise associated with sonic booms.
- [DOE Partners with NVIDIA, HPE & Oracle to Build AI-Powered Supercomputers](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/doe-nvidia-hpe-oracle-ai-supercomputers): The U.S. Department of Energy and the National Nuclear Security Administration have announced new partnerships to develop advanced supercomputing systems aimed at strengthening national security, AI and scientific research.
- [FCC Proposes Major Overhaul of Satellite Licensing Rules to Speed Up Innovation](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/fcc-satellite-licensing-revamp-propsal): The Federal Communications Commission has proposed a wide-ranging update of its satellite and earth-station licensing rules, aiming to streamline approvals and modernize decades-old regulations that govern U.S. space operations.
- [Coast Guard RFI Seeks Industry Input on Modernizing Maritime and Public Tactical Communication](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/coast-guard-tactical-communication-research): The U.S. Coast Guard is seeking industry input on advanced technologies for modernizing its maritime communications and distress response network under the Maritime Public and Tactical Communications, or MPTC, program.
- [ITI Calls for Unified Federal Framework to Streamline AI Regulation](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/iti-ostp-ai-policy-recommendations): The Information Technology Industry Council has submitted detailed recommendations to the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy calling for a coordinated federal framework to accelerate U.S. leadership in AI. The association said overlapping regulations and inconsistent federal guidance are slowing AI innovation and urged the administration to align policy, workforce and acquisition reforms with the pace of technology.
- [USPTO Seeks New Chief AI Officer](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/uspto-chief-ai-officer-applications-nov25): The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office is seeking a new chief artificial intelligence officer, or CAIO, to lead enterprisewide adoption of AI and machine learning.
- [Adm. Kevin Lunday Nominated as Coast Guard Commandant](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/kevin-lunday-coast-guard-commandant): President Donald Trump has nominated Adm. Kevin Lunday to serve as commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard.
- [DOE Partners With AMD, HPE to Build 2 AI Supercomputers at ORNL](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/doe-ornl-ai-supercomputers-amd-national-security): The Department of Energy has announced a public-private partnership with Advanced Micro Devices and Hewlett Packard Enterprise to develop two AI supercomputers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory.
- [IRS Posts Sources Sought Notice for Credential Program Support Services](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/irs-icam-support-sources-sought): The Internal Revenue Service is conducting a market research to identify contractors capable of operating and maintaining its identity, credential and access management program, which oversees the issuance and life cycle of ID cards for IRS employees and contractors across the United States.
- [US Army Taps AI to Streamline Acquisition Requirements](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/ai-role-army-procurement-process): The U.S. Army has started using an AI-enabled tool to help simplify and modernize its acquisition process by identifying and eliminating outdated or redundant requirements. Part of an initiative called CORA, reversing the AROC acronym of the Army Requirements Oversight Council, the AI-based effort aims to make the Army’s acquisition system more efficient across weapons, software and other procurement areas, Breaking Defense reported Friday.
- [DOI Deploys Mark43 RMS & CAD to Modernize Law Enforcement Operations](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/doi-mark43-rms-cad-law-enforcement): The Department of the Interior's Office of Law Enforcement and Security has teamed with Simple Technology Solutions to launch the Mark43 Law Enforcement Records Management System, or LE RMS, and Computer Aided Dispatch, or CAD.
- [Sean Cairncross on Upcoming National Cybersecurity Strategy](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/national-cyber-strategy-sean-cairncross-digital): National Cyber Director Sean Cairncross has outlined the Trump administration’s upcoming national cybersecurity strategy, emphasizing a streamlined approach to securing the nation’s digital infrastructure with a focus on practical implementation over exhaustive documentation, Homeland Security Today reported Saturday.
- [DNI Gabbard Unveils NCTC’s Interagency Fusion Cell to Target Foreign Threat Networks](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dni-gabbard-ncc-interagency-fusion-cell): Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard announced the creation of the National Counterterrorism Center's Interagency Fusion Cell during a White House roundtable with President Donald Trump and senior administration officials on Oct. 23.
- [Army Expands Cyber Command Authority to Corps Level in New Pilot](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/army-corps-commander-cyber-terrain-authority): The U.S. Army has launched a pilot program granting corps commanders the authority to manage their cyber terrain, Breaking Defense reported.
- [EPA Unveils Resources to Strengthen Cybersecurity of US Water Systems](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/epa-water-cybersecurity-resources): The Environmental Protection Agency has released new and updated resources to help water systems nationwide prevent and respond to cybersecurity incidents. 
- [TSA Issues Presolicitation Notice for TALON IT Services Program](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/tsa-presolicitation-talon-it-services): The Department of Homeland Security's Transportation Security Administration, or TSA, has started seeking industry feedback on companies capable of delivering IT services supporting the Technology for Applications, Logistics, Operations and Networks, or TALON, program.
- [PSC Supports SBA’s Proposed Size Standard Increases, Warns Against Future Reductions](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/sba-small-business-size-proposal-psc-comments): The Professional Services Council has voiced support for the Small Business Administration’s plan to increase monetary-based size standards for small businesses, while warning that any future reductions could harm competition and limit growth opportunities for federal contractors.
- [Senate Bill Seeks DOE-NASA Research Partnership to Strengthen Energy, Space Innovation](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nasa-doe-partnership-senate-bill-energy-space): Sens. Dan Sullivan, R-Alaska, and Adam Schiff, D-Calif. are seeking a stronger partnership between the Department of Energy and NASA in a bill they have filed in Congress. 
- [Army Document Details Requirements for Self-Propelled Howitzer Acquisition](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/army-competition-self-propelled-howitzer): The U.S. Army intends to make domestic production a requirement under a planned competition for the development of its next self-propelled howitzer, Breaking Defense reported Thursday.
- [Army Issues UAS Spectrum Access Rules](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/army-spectrum-guidance-drone-uas-operations): The U.S. Army has issued a service-wide directive establishing procedures for electromagnetic spectrum access to support Army unmanned aircraft system operations. The All Army Activities 099/2025 outlines policy implementation in alignment with Department of Defense and Army regulations governing radio frequency authorization and electromagnetic environmental effects.
- [Marine Corps’ Force Design Update Focuses on Modernization to Maintain Combat Readiness](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/marine-corps-force-design-update-2025-eric-smith): Gen. Eric Smith, U.S. Marine Corps commandant, has released the service's 2025 Force Design Update geared to advance major USMC modernization efforts to stay ahead of evolving threats and maintain its combat edge.
- [Energy Secretary Proposes Rules to Accelerate Interconnection, Hydropower Permits](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/energy-secretary-ferc-rules-interconnection-hydropower-permits): Energy Secretary Chris Wright has proposed rules aimed at introducing reforms at the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, or FERC, to help speed up the interconnection of large loads and streamline preliminary hydroelectric power permits.
- [AIA-Kearney Report Outlines Roadmap to Build Resilient Aerospace & Defense Supply Chains](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/aia-kearney-report-resilient-aerospace-defense-supply-chains): A joint report by the Aerospace Industries Association and Kearney outlines how U.S. aerospace and defense companies are reshaping their manufacturing strategies to establish resilient and secure supply chains.
- [DARPA Seeks Info on Advanced Medical Technologies for Battlefield Care](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/darpa-battlefield-care-technologies-rfi): The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency’s Biological Technologies Office is conducting market research on advanced medical and computational systems for battlefield medicine, especially in austere and contested environments. 
- [US Government Eyes Equity Stakes in Quantum Computing Companies](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/us-government-equity-quantum-computing): The Trump administration is in discussions with several quantum computing companies about granting the Department of Commerce equity stakes in exchange for federal funding, The Wall Street Journal reported Wednesday.
- [Health Tech Expert Alicia Jackson to Lead ARPA-H](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/alicia-jackson-arpah-director-appointment): The Trump administration has appointed health technology entrepreneur Alicia Jackson as director of the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health. 
- [Catalyst Campus Selects 3 Firms for SDA TAP Lab Mini Accelerator’s 3rd Cohort](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/catalyst-campus-sda-tap-lab-mini-accelerator-cohort-3): Catalyst Campus has named three small businesses selected for the third cohort of its two-month mini accelerator program designed to help nontraditional companies and startups accelerate the development of technologies that enhance space domain awareness for national defense.
- [Army May Begin 3D Printing Parts as IP Access Limits Repair Capabilities](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/army-3d-printing-parts-ip-issues): The U.S. Army is considering expanding its use of 3D printing to produce more of its own replacement parts as it continues to face challenges accessing vendor-owned technical data, Breaking Defense reported.
- [Commerce Department Launches American AI Exports Program to Advance Global AI Tech](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/commerce-american-ai-exports-program): The Department of Commerce's International Trade Administration has launched the American AI Exports Program to implement President Donald Trump's July 23 executive order on Promoting the Export of the American AI Technology Stack.
- [GSA Seeks Industry Input on SaaS Platforms for PBS Real Estate Business Processes](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gsa-rfi-saas-real-estate-business-processes): The General Services Administration is undertaking a market research on real estate technology to streamline the business processes of its Public Buildings Service, or PBS, unit. 
- [New CSC Report Details Reversal in US Cybersecurity Progress](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/csc-report-us-cybersecurity-progress): The U.S. Cyberspace Solarium Commission has released the 2025 Annual Report on Implementation, a new assessment that reviews progress on the commission's cybersecurity recommendations.
- [Shutdown Chaos? Leading GovCon Experts Give Advice for Weathering the Storm](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/government-shutdown-govcon-guidance-dod-dhs): The federal government shutdown is impacting each agency and project differently. This means GovCon executives need to stay in touch with contracting officers, meticulously document all impacts and hold tight for greater opportunity when the shutdown ends, according to a pair of leading experts.
- [Lt. Gen. Christopher LaNeve Nominated as Army Vice Chief of Staff](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/christopher-laneve-army-vice-chief-staff-nomination): President Donald Trump has nominated Lt. Gen. Christopher LaNeve, senior military assistant to the secretary of defense, to serve as the next vice chief of staff of the U.S. Army and be promoted to the rank of general.
- [State Senator Birdwell Nominated as Assistant Secretary of Defense](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/brian-birdwell-asst-secretary-defense): President Donald Trump has nominated Texas State Senator Brian Birdwell to be an assistant secretary of defense.
- [DHS Reports Historic Immigration Enforcement Under Trump Administration](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dhs-deportation-surge-trump): The Department of Homeland Security said it has conducted over 515,000 deportations and arrested 485,000 undocumented immigrants under the leadership of President Donald Trump and DHS Secretary Kristi Noem, a 2025 Wash100 awardee.
- [SBA Says Federal Shutdown Blocks Loans for 4,800 Small Businesses](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/sba-federal-shutdown-7a-504-freeze): The Small Business Administration has released a state-level analysis detailing the effects of the ongoing federal government shutdown, which has suspended the agency’s core 7(a) and 504 lending programs and disrupted access to capital for small businesses across the country.
- [Veterans Affairs Seeks Industry Input on Genesys Cloud Customer Experience](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/va-rfi-genesys-cloud-customer-experience): The Department of Veterans Affairs is conducting market research on the Genesys Cloud Customer Experience using Magnify Framework Infrastructure as a Service. 
- [USPTO Hosts Trilateral Conference to Explore AI & IT Tech in Patent Examination](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/uspto-trilateral-conference-ai-it-patent-exam): The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office hosted the 43rd Trilateral Conference with the European Patent Office and the Japan Patent Office at its Alexandria, Virginia, headquarters on Oct. 21.
- [Pete Hegseth Memo Requires Pentagon Clearance on DOD Staff’s Congressional Interactions](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dod-screening-congressional-interaction-hegseth): Pete Hegseth, secretary of the Department of Defense and a 2025 Wash100 Award winner, has issued a memo requiring DOD staff to secure prior clearance with the office of the assistant secretary of defense for legislative affairs for all interactions with Congress and state elected officials. 
- [How Sec. Noem Is Paying DHS With Big Beautiful Bill Funds During Shutdown](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/kristi-noem-dhs-big-beautiful-bill-shutdown-pay): The Department of Homeland Security has begun using funds from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act to pay Coast Guard and law enforcement personnel during the ongoing government shutdown, Roll Call reports. Homeland Security Secretary and 2025 Wash100 Award winner Kristi Noem said her department found an “innovative solution” that repurposes funding from the reconciliation package signed on July 4.
- [Senate Bill Seeks to Advance Nuclear Fuel Recycling Research](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/senate-bill-nuclear-fuel-recycling-research-intro): Sens. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, and Martin Heinrich, D-N.M., have introduced a bill aimed at advancing domestic nuclear fuel recycling research and assessing the potential benefits of recycling spent nuclear fuel.
- [Trump Administration Announces Critical Minerals, Defense Deals With Australia](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/us-australia-critical-minerals-defense-deals): The Trump administration announced a series of agreements with Australia to drive innovation, advance defense capabilities and strengthen supply chain cooperation.
- [Alford, Scholten Introduce Bipartisan AI for Main Street Act](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/alford-scholten-ai-main-street-act-introduced): Reps. Mark Alford, R-Mo., and Hillary Scholten, D-Mich., have introduced the AI for Main Street Act, a bipartisan bill that mandates the Small Business Administration's Small Business Development Centers, or SBDCs, to guide small enterprises through the selection and integration of AI technologies.
- [OPM Launches Effort to Establish Governmentwide HR System to Boost Efficiency, Cost-Savings](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/opm-rfp-hcm-system-it-modernization): The Office of Personnel Management has launched an effort to consolidate the 119 separate human capital management systems in use across various agencies with a single, governmentwide platform that would simplify operations, eliminate redundancy, drive efficiencies and cost-savings, and provide a better view of federal workforce information.
- [NASA to Reopen Artemis 3 Lunar Lander Contract to Competition](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nasa-artemis-3-lunar-lander-contract): NASA Acting Administrator Sean Duffy has announced plans to reopen the Artemis 3 Human Landing System contract to competition, SpaceNews reported Monday.
- [NIWC Pacific Seeks Contract Proposals on C4ISR Engineering Services](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/navy-c4isr-engineering-services-solicitation): The Department of the Navy’s Naval Information Warfare Center Pacific has issued a contract solicitation for services on network integration engineering facility and command, control, communications, computer, intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance, or C4ISR, systems. The solicitation is programmed as a $47 million procurement, according to a SAM.gov post Thursday. 
- [Army Adds EW, Information Advantage Dimensions to Cyber Adviser’s Role](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/army-cyber-adviser-expansion-info-advantage-ew): Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll has broadened the responsibilities of the service branch’s principal cyber adviser to include oversight and guidance on electronic warfare and information superiority advantage. According to a Breaking Defense report Friday, Driscoll’s move aims to ensure that EW and information advantage receive the same level of civilian attention as cyber operations. The change also aligns the PCA’s civilian oversight with existing uniformed roles that already integrate the two missions.
- [Steve Shinn Steps Down as Acting NASA CFO](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nasa-acting-cfo-steve-shinn-steps-down): Steve Shinn, NASA’s deputy chief financial officer and acting CFO, has stepped down from his role to join The Aerospace Corp. as vice president and CFO.
- [Clayton Fulton Appointed Chief of Staff at Indian Health Service](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/ihs-clayton-fulton-chief-of-staff-hired): The Indian Health Service has named Clayton Fulton as its new chief of staff. Fulton, a citizen of the Cherokee Nation who was raised in Indian country, will support the Office of the Director in implementing IHS initiatives and priorities.
- [Brig. Gen. Cain Baker: Army Eyes Deployment of CCA-Like Capability](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/cain-baker-army-cca-like-capability): Brig. Gen. Cain Baker, director of the Future Vertical Lift Cross Functional Team at U.S. Army Futures Command, said the service plans to expand its portfolio of autonomous air platforms with a collaborative combat aircraft-like capability that could be deployed within the next two years, Breaking Defense reported Friday.
- [NASA’s Harmonized Landsat, Sentinel-2 Data Now Available on Microsoft Azure](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nasa-microsoft-hls-dataset-planetary-computer): NASA’s Harmonized Landsat and Sentinel-2 dataset is now accessible through Microsoft’s Planetary Computer, expanding global access to high-resolution Earth observation data and accelerating research in climate science, land use and environmental monitoring.
- [GSA Issues Advanced Notice for Multiple Award Schedule Refresh 30](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gsa-multiple-award-schedule-refresh-30): The General Services Administration Federal Acquisition Service has released an advanced notice that it plans to release a refresh of the multiple award schedule, or MAS, solicitation in November.
- [Navy, Marine Corps Demonstrate Integrated Amphibious Warfare Capabilities](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/navy-marines-amphibious-warfare-demo): The U.S. Navy and Marine Corps conducted a demonstration of advanced amphibious warfare and all-domain operations during the Marine Corps 250th Amphibious Capabilities Demonstration at Camp Pendleton's Red Beach on Oct. 18.
- [Coast Guard Modernizing C2 Fleet Via $170M Gulfstream Jet Procurement](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/coast-guard-170m-jet-purchase): The U.S. Coast Guard has implemented a planned recapitalization of its long-range command and control aircraft to modernize the USCG senior leadership’s air fleet. The initiative supports official travel for the Department of Homeland Security’s secretary and deputy secretary, as well as the Coast Guard commandant, vice commandant and Atlantic and Pacific area commanders, USCG said in a press release Friday.
- [DOD Shutdown Guidance Limits Contract Work to Pre-Funded Efforts](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dod-shutdown-guidance-pre-funded-contract-work): The Department of Defense has released updated guidance for the continuation of military operations and other activities amid a government shutdown.
- [SciTec’s FORGE Missile Warning System Achieves Space Force Operational Acceptance](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/scitec-forge-missile-warning-ussf-acceptance): The U.S. Space Force has accepted the second operational delivery of the Future Operationally Resilient Ground Evolution, or FORGE, missile warning system developed by SciTec.
- [Telos Grows TSA PreCheck Network With New Enrollment Centers in 6 States](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/telos-tsa-precheck-enrollment-centers-6-states): Telos, a Transportation Security Administration partner, has added new enrollment locations for its TSA PreCheck program, which accelerates the process of airport security screening. The company said Wednesday that more facilities will open in California, Florida, Louisiana, Michigan, North Carolina and Texas, bringing the total number of TSA PreCheck enrollment centers to 492 nationwide.
- [Trump Signs Executive Order to Restructure Federal Hiring Oversight](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/trump-eo-federal-hiring-oversight): President Donald Trump signed a new executive order mandating comprehensive new policies for federal hiring. The order aims to impose senior-level accountability, align the federal workforce with administration priorities and significantly improve the efficiency of government services, the White House said.
- [Army Refocuses Acquisition Under Transformation Initiative](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/army-acquisition-transformation-initiative): The U.S. Army has announced that it is adjusting its acquisition priorities to align with its Army Transformation Initiative and an ongoing acquisition shakeup, Breaking Defense reported Thursday.
- [CMS Issues Sources Sought Notice for CCIIO Security & Privacy Support Contract](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/cms-rfi-cciio-security-privacy-contract): The Department of Health and Human Services' Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has issued a request for information to determine potential contractors for the Center for Consumer Information and Insurance Oversight, or CCIIO, security and privacy support contract.
- [SOUTHCOM Chief Adm. Alvin Holsey Retiring at End of 2025](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/southcom-chief-alvin-hosey-retirement): Adm. Alvin Holsey, commander of U.S. Southern Command, will retire at the end of the 2025 after more than 37 years of service. Pete Hegseth, secretary of the Department of Defense and a 2025 Wash100 Award winner, announced Holsey's retirement Friday in a post on X.
- [Trump Administration Details New Investments to Boost US Manufacturing](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/trump-admin-us-manufacturing-whirlpool-stellantis): The Trump administration is continuing to accelerate the resurgence of U.S. manufacturing through a series of private sector investments aimed at boosting domestic production and creating thousands of highly skilled jobs.
- [CISA Issues Emergency Directive Over F5 Cyber Vulnerabilities](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/cisa-f5-emergency-directive-cyberthreat): The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency is warning the public of active cyberthreats targeting vulnerabilities found in devices and software made by the cybersecurity company F5.
- [Air Force Scraps New Command Plan, Creates Chief Modernization Officer Role](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/usaf-icc-plan-dropped): The U.S. Air Force has discarded its plan to establish a major new command dedicated to setting requirements and modernizing its weapon systems, choosing instead to consolidate these functions within an existing department, Breaking Defense reported Wednesday. The service will simultaneously create a new senior executive role, the chief modernization officer, to direct strategic efforts.
- [Presidential Directive Authorizes DOD Funds for Military Pay Amid Appropriations Lapse](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/president-directive-dod-fund-military-pay): President Donald Trump has directed the secretary of Defense and the Office of Management and Budget director to use available funds to ensure military pay disbursements.
- [Army Launches Janus Program to Deliver Nuclear Power for Defense Missions](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/army-janus-program-launch-nuclear-power): The Department of the Army has launched the Janus Program—a nuclear energy initiative unveiled at the Association of the U.S. Army Annual Meeting—to deliver secure, reliable power for defense installations and mission-critical operations, including training, deployment and combat.
- [SDA Deploys Lockheed Martin Satellites in 2nd PWSA Transport Layer Launch](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/lockheed-satellite-pwsa-transport-layer-launch): A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket has launched 21 Lockheed Martin-built satellites into low Earth orbit, marking the second deployment for the Space Development Agency’s Transport Layer, a mesh network designed to expand U.S. military forces' communications link worldwide.
- [Ken Calvert House Bill Renews Effort to Boost DOD Support on SBIR/STTR Programs](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/house-bill-seeking-dod-small-business-boost): Rep. Ken Calvert, D-Calif., has filed the DOD Entrepreneurial Innovation Act, a bill renewing his 2021 effort under H.R. 2005 to strengthen how the Department of Defense identifies and invests in promising small business technologies. 
- [Kirsten Davies’ Nomination for DOD CIO Advances in Senate](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/sasc-kirsten-davies-dod-cio-nomination): The Senate Armed Services Committee has advanced the nomination of Kirsten Davies, a cybersecurity and technology leader, to serve as the Department of Defense’s chief information officer.
- [Daniel Driscoll Pushes ‘Silicon Valley’ Approach to Army Acquisition](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/daniel-driscoll-army-acquisition-silicon-valley-model): Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll said the military branch plans to adopt a “Silicon Valley” model to speed up the delivery of new weapons systems and technologies to soldiers as part of an upcoming “organizational acquisition reform,” Breaking Defense reported Monday.
- [ARPA-H Seeks High-Impact Health Innovations Under 2 Market Opportunities](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/arpah-healthcare-scalable-resilient-systems-solicitation): The Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health is soliciting proposals for two major contracting opportunities aimed at advancing scalable health innovations and building more resilient health systems. Through its Scalable Solutions Office and Resilient Systems Office market opportunities, the agency is inviting submissions to tackle pressing health challenges with novel approaches.
- [Palantir Lands ICE Contract for ImmigrationOS Support](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/palantir-ice-contract-immigrationos): The Department of Homeland Security's Immigration and Customs Enforcement—particularly its Office of Acquisition Management and the Information Technology Division—has awarded Palantir Technologies a $29.9 million task order to continue providing support for the Immigration Lifecycle Operating System, or ImmigrationOS.
- [DAF Approves Changes to Falcon Launch Operations at Vandenberg SFB](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/daf-changes-falcon-launch-vandenberg-sfb): The Department of the Air Force has issued a record of decision approving changes to the Falcon Launch Program at Vandenberg Space Force Base in California.
- [Energy Dept to Invest More in Fusion Power Under New Tech Roadmap](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/energy-department-fusion-power-investment-boost): The Department of Energy is expanding its investment in fusion power through closer collaboration with private industry and the use of artificial intelligence, Energy Secretary Chris Wright announced Tuesday.
- [FCC Warns Anew Against Chinese Communications Gear Posing National Security Risks](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/fcc-chinese-communications-gear-warning): The Federal Communications Commission has renewed its warning against the use of communications equipment and services on its Covered List that pose risks to U.S. national security. 
- [Yemi Oshinnaiye, Mike Derrios Depart Federal Roles](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/tsa-cio-yemi-oshinnaiye-state-dept-mike-derrios-retirement): Federal News Network reported Friday that Yemi Oshinnaiye, chief information officer at the Transportation Security Administration, and Mike Derrios, senior procurement executive at the State Department, are stepping down from their roles.
- [DOD to Shift $8B From R&D to Cover Soldier Paychecks Amid Shutdown](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dod-soldier-paycheck-shutdown): Breaking Defense reported Sunday that the Department of Defense is preparing to shift approximately $8 billion in unspent research and development funds for fiscal year 2025 to ensure that service members receive paychecks during the ongoing government shutdown.
- [MITRE Proposes Regulatory Waiver System to Speed US Disaster Response](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/mitre-regulatory-waiver-disaster-response): MITRE has proposed the establishment of predefined federal, state and local emergency regulatory waivers to expedite emergency response and recovery for U.S. critical infrastructure.
- [Intelligent Waves, Signify Form IllumiConn to Advance Secure Optical Communications](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/intelligent-waves-signify-illumiconn-jv): Intelligent Waves and Signify, a company specializing in connected LED lighting, have collaborated to launch IllumiConn, a joint venture designed to advance secure optical wireless communication for defense and government applications.
- [Navigating CMMC Compliance: The Essential Role of FedRAMP for Defense Contractors](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/deltek-cmmc-fedramp-compliance-cloud-security): The Department of Defense’s upcoming enforcement of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification is reshaping how defense contractors approach cybersecurity.
- [White House, AstraZeneca Sign Agreement to Deliver Lower US Drug Prices](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/white-house-astrazeneca-lower-drug-price): The White House announced a new agreement with AstraZeneca to align U.S. drug prices with those of other developed nations under the administration's most-favored-nation, or MFN, pricing initiative.
- [Air Force Seeks Contractors’ Info on Enhanced Theater Deployable Communications Package](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/usaf-ssn-enhanced-theater-deployable-communication-package): The Department of the Air Force is conducting market research on an enhanced agile communications package for its Theater Deployable Communications, or TDC, program. 
- [Thomas DiNanno Confirmed as Under Secretary of State for Arms Control & International Security](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dinanno-state-dept-arms-control-international-security-confirmed): The Senate on Tuesday voted 51-47 to confirm Thomas DiNanno, a national security leader, as the next under secretary of state for arms control and international security.
- [Adria Jackson Named Eastern Oklahoma VA Health Care System Chief Health Informatics Officer](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/adria-jackson-eastern-oklahoma-va-chio-hire): Adria Jackson, a seasoned health informatics and registered nurse leader, announced on LinkedIn Wednesday that the Department of Veterans Affairs has appointed her chief health informatics officer for the Veterans Health Administration's Eastern Oklahoma VA Health Care System.
- [Senate OKs $914B FY 2026 Defense Policy Bill](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/senate-fy-2026-ndaa-defense-policy-bill-passage): The Senate on Thursday voted 77-20 to pass a $913.9 billion defense policy bill for fiscal year 2026, ending a monthlong delay caused by disputes over amendments that had stalled the measure, Breaking Defense said.
- [US, Finland Partner on Arctic Security Cutter Development](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/us-finland-asc-development-trump-authorization): The United States and Finland will jointly construct up to four Arctic security cutters—dubbed ASCs—under a recently signed memorandum of understanding aimed at strengthening shipbuilding collaboration and enhancing Arctic defense capabilities. Under the agreement, the first four cutters will be built in Finnish shipyards, followed by the transfer of Finnish expertise to support the construction of up to seven additional vessels in the United States, the White House said.
- [Atlantic Council Calls for Rapid Hypersonic Weapons Development](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/atlantic-council-hypersonic-weapon-dev-rapid): The Atlantic Council's Hypersonic Capabilities Task Force released a report on Oct. 9 urging the U.S. to rapidly advance its hypersonic strike capabilities to counter growing threats from China and Russia.
- [Bipartisan Senate Bill Seeks to Renew Expired Cybersecurity Measures](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/cybersecurity-senate-bill-renewal-info-sharing-private-sector): Sens. Gary Peters, D–Mich., and Mike Rounds, R–S.D., have introduced a bipartisan bill to reactivate cybersecurity provisions that expired on September 30.
- [Space Force Launches Up to $1.2B Fund to Boost Military Access to Commercial Satcom](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/space-force-wcf-satcom-commercial-service): The U.S. Space Force has introduced a working capital fund for the purchase of satellite communications services and other commercial space offerings, SpaceNews reported Wednesday.
- [Senate Confirms Marc Andersen as Assistant Secretary of the Army for Financial Management, Comptroller](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/marc-andersen-army-assistant-secretary-appointed): The Senate has confirmed Marc Andersen as the new assistant secretary of the Army for financial management and comptroller. According to Congress records, Andersen, who was nominated to the role by President Donald Trump, secured the role in a 51-47 vote from legislators on Tuesday. 
- [Senate Confirms Jack Dever & Chris Fox to Key ODNI Roles](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/jack-dever-chris-fox-odni-role-senate-confirmations): The U.S. Senate has confirmed Jack Dever as general counsel and Chris Fox as intelligence community inspector general at the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, ODNI announced Wednesday.
- [Army Activates 2nd Theater Information Advantage Detachment](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/army-arcyber-tiad-activation-john-agnello): The U.S. Army has activated the second Theater Information Advantage Detachment, or TIAD, as part of efforts to provide commanders with capabilities to support Army operations across the broader information environment, DVIDS reported.
- [Radiance-Louisiana Tech Team Secures DARPA Contract for MICA Program](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/radiance-tech-louisiana-tech-darpa-contract-mica-program): The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency has awarded the team of Radiance Technologies and Louisiana Tech University a contract to perform work on the Microsystem Induced CAtalysis, or MICA, program.
- [DHS Launches Lab to Test Next-Gen 911 System Compatibility](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dhs-st-laboratory-ng911-system-compatibility): The Department of Homeland Security’s Science and Technology Directorate has established a new laboratory to ensure Next Generation 911 systems work seamlessly across jurisdictions and technology providers, Federal News Network reported. The initiative aims to prevent communication breakdowns as states and localities transition from analog infrastructure to modern, internet protocol-based emergency networks.
- [MDA Issues Sources Sought Notice for Advanced Object Classification 1.1 Software Upgrade](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/mda-sources-sought-aoc-software-upgrade): The Missile Defense Agency has released a sources sought notice for the development of the Advanced Object Classification, or AOC, 1.1 software upgrade.
- [USPTO AI Pilot Program Seeks to Streamline Patent Applications](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/uspto-ai-pilot-program-patent-app-streamline): The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has unveiled a test program called ASAP!, short for Artificial Intelligence Search Automated Pilot, aimed at enhancing the quality, speed and efficiency of patent applications.
- [Gustav Chiarello Confirmed as HHS Assistant Secretary for Financial Resources](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gustav-chiarello-hhs-aast-sec-financial-resources-confirmation): The Senate on Tuesday voted 51-47 to confirm Gustav Chiarello, former Federal Trade Commission attorney, as assistant secretary for financial resources at the Department of Health and Human Services.
- [FAR Council Issues Changes to 8 Parts of Acquisition Regulation](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/far-council-8-regulation-changes): The Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council has released new model deviation text for eight parts of the FAR as part of the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul, or RFO, initiative.
- [Army Implementing Automation, System Modernization to Cut Routine Work](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/army-leonel-garciga-ai-automation-administrivia): The U.S. Army is advancing a broad automation effort aimed at reducing low-value administrative tasks and freeing soldiers and civilian employees to focus on higher-priority missions, Federal News Network reported. Army Chief Information Officer Leonel Garciga, a two-time Wash100 Award recipient, said on the Ask the CIO podcast that the service has identified roughly 300 potential areas where automation and artificial intelligence could simplify workflows and ease the cognitive burden on its workforce.
- [Senate Confirms Kevin Rhodes as OFPP Administrator](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/kevin-rhodes-ofpp-administrator-confirmation): Kevin Rhodes has been confirmed as administrator of the Office of Federal Procurement Policy. The Senate on Tuesday voted 51 to 47 to confirm Rhodes, who is set to become the first confirmed OFPP administrator in six years. He succeeds Michael Wooten, who served an 18-month term from 2019 to 2021. The position had remained vacant since Wooten's departure, with only acting officials filling the role until Rhodes' confirmation.
- [Trump’s Pick to Lead Indo-Pacific Defense Backs Potential Changes in Deals With Taiwan, AUKUS](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/john-noh-dod-assistant-secretary-indo-pacific-hearing): President Donald Trump’s nominee to serve as assistant secretary of defense for Indo-Pacific security affairs told Congress that he will prioritize strengthening deterrence in the region if confirmed, but also divulged potential changes to defense deals with Taiwan and the United States’ present security arrangement with Australia and the United Kingdom, Breaking Defense reported Tuesday.
- [Amkor Technology Upgrades Arizona Semiconductor Project to $7B Investment](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/amkor-7b-expanded-arizona-chips-project): Amkor Technology has expanded to two phases its Arizona project for a state-of-the-art outsourced semiconductor advanced packaging and test campus. The upgraded plan will increase the project’s total cost by over $5 billion to a total of $7 billion, Amkor said during the groundbreaking ceremony at the project's site in Peoria, Arizona Monday.
- [Johns Hopkins APL’s BAS/CS Standardizes Cybersecurity Alerts for Critical Infrastructure](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/johns-hopkins-apl-bascs-cybersecurity-alert): The Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory has introduced a new framework aimed at unifying cybersecurity alerts across systems that safeguard vital infrastructure.
- [Arvind Raman Nominated as Commerce Under Secretary for Standards & Technology](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/arvind-raman-commerce-under-sec-standards-tech-nomination): President Donald Trump has nominated Arvind Raman, the John A. Edwardson Dean of Engineering at Purdue University, to be the next under secretary of Commerce for standards and technology.
- [Matthew Napoli Sworn In as NNSA Deputy Administrator for Defense Nuclear Nonproliferation](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/matthew-napoli-nnsa-deputy-administrator-hire): Matthew Napoli has officially assumed the responsibilities of as the deputy administrator for defense nuclear nonproliferation at the Department of Energy's National Nuclear Security Administration.
- [Hegseth Calls for Workforce Rewards, Guidance on How to Separate Low Performers](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dod-pete-hegseth-workforce-rewards-memo): Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, a 2025 Wash100 awardee, has issued a memo directing Anthony Tata, under secretary of defense for personnel and readiness, to release guidance to “encourage workforce rewards and demystify the removal process.”
- [FCC Launches ‘Space Month’ to Advance US Space Leadership](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/fcc-brendan-carr-space-month-agenda-launch): Federal Communications Commission Chairman Brendan Carr has unveiled his “Space Month” agenda, a comprehensive initiative aimed at accelerating regulatory modernization and strengthening U.S. leadership in the global space economy.
- [NSF Energy Storage Engine Unveils GUARDIAN Tool to Enhance Supply Chain](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nsf-guardian-tool-energy-storage-engine): The National Science Foundation Energy Storage Engine in Upstate New York, led by Binghamton University, has introduced the Global Unified Assessment for Risk Detection, Intelligence and Awareness Navigator, or GUARDIAN.
- [SSA Commissioner Frank Bisignano Named Concurrent IRS CEO](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/frank-bisignano-irs-ceo-appointment): Social Security Administration Commissioner Frank Bisignano has been appointed the concurrent CEO of the Internal Revenue Service. In his role in the newly created post, he will report directly to Scott Bessent, secretary of the treasury and acting IRS commissioner, who announced Bisignano’s appointment Monday.
- [Army Demonstrates Integrated Battle Command System](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/army-integrated-battle-command-system-demo): The U.S. Army demonstrated the Integrated Battle Command System, an advanced network designed to link sensors and weapons across the battlefield, during a missile flight test on Oct. 2 at White Sands Missile Range, New Mexico.
- [Trump Nominates Mark Ditlevson as Assistant Secretary of Defense for Homeland Defense, Hemispheric Affairs](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/mark-ditlevson-assist-defense-secretary-nominee): President Donald Trump has nominated Mark Ditlevson as the next assistant secretary of defense for homeland defense and hemispheric affairs. According to Congress records, the nomination was received by the Senate on Oct. 2 and has since been referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
- [Army Futures Command, TRADOC Merge to Form T2COM](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/army-t2com-afc-tradoc-merger): The Department of the Army has combined U.S. Army Futures Command and Army Training and Doctrine Command, or TRADOC, to form Army Transformation and Training Command, or T2COM.
- [White House CEA Issues Report on Government Shutdown’s Economic Impacts](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/white-house-cea-government-shutdown-gdp-unemployment): The White House’s Council of Economic Advisers has released a report warning that the U.S. could lose as much as $15 billion in gross domestic product for each week the government is shut down.
- [Navy Launches Initiative to Strengthen Warrior Ethos](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/navy-john-phelan-hung-cao-warrior-ethos-portfolio): Secretary of the Navy John Phelan has established a new cross-departmental portfolio aimed at reinforcing a warrior ethos and improving the quality of service across the Navy and Marine Corps. The initiative will be led by Under Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao, whose mandate ties service member readiness, family well-being and institutional accountability directly to the fleet’s operational effectiveness.
- [FAA Deploys First Phase of New NOTAM Management Service](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/faa-first-phase-notam-management-service): The Federal Aviation Administration has launched the initial phase of its modernized Notice to Airmen, or NOTAM, service months ahead of the original schedule.
- [Energy Department Funding Review Leads to $7.56B in Canceled Projects](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/doe-chris-wright-funding-cancellation): The Department of Energy has canceled funding for 223 projects, which led to approximately $7.56 billion in savings. The agency said Thursday that the budget cuts affect projects that did not directly advance the nation’s energy priorities or were deemed not economically viable following a thorough, individualized financial review.
- [Smart Borders, Smarter Defense: How the US Is Leveraging AI in Homeland Security](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/ai-dhs-border-security-cbp-facial-comparison): AI is rapidly reshaping how the Department of Homeland Security carries out its mission—and GovCons should pay close attention. Across DHS agencies, AI is becoming a force multiplier, helping federal teams handle vast amounts of data, improve accuracy and make faster decisions in high-stakes environments.
- [Report Shows 1% of Defense Industrial Base Ready for CMMC Final Rule](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dib-cmmc-final-rule-prep-cybersheath-report): CyberSheath has released the State of the DIB Report 2025, revealing that only one percent of defense contractors are prepared for the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification final rule, which will take effect this November.
- [State Department OKs South Korea’s FMS Request for AGM-65G2 Maverick Missiles](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/state-dept-south-korea-fms-agm-65g2-maverick-missile): The State Department has approved South Korea’s foreign military sales request for AGM-65G2 Maverick tactical missiles and related equipment and services.
- [DOD Addresses Contract Obligations in Advance of FY26 Funding in Latest Class Deviation](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dod-class-deviation-contract-obligations-fy26-funding): The Department of Defense has issued a new class deviation authorizing contracting officers to obligate contracts in advance of fiscal year 2026 appropriations. 
- [VA Seeks Input on AI-Powered IT Service Management Platform](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/va-rfi-ai-it-service-management-platform): The Department of Veterans Affairs is conducting market research to identify companies capable of providing a new Information Technology Service Management Platform, or ITSMP.
- [DOE Seeks Proposals for AI Data Centers, Energy Projects at Savannah River Site, Oak Ridge](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/doe-ai-data-center-energy-projects-rfp): The Department of Energy has opened new opportunities for private sector partners to develop artificial intelligence data centers and energy generation projects on federal land. Requests for proposals issued this week cover projects at the Savannah River Site in South Carolina and the Oak Ridge Reservation in Tennessee, DOE said Tuesday.
- [Army Completes First Launched Effects Technology Field Demonstration](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/army-launched-effects-demonstration): The U.S. Army recently completed the Launched Effects–Short Range Special User Demonstration, or LE-SR SUD, at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, from Aug. 4 to 22.
- [State Department Releases 2026 AI Strategy to Equip Diplomats With New Tools](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/state-department-2026-ai-strategy-release): The Department of State unveiled its Enterprise Data and Artificial Intelligence Strategy for 2026 on Sept. 30.
- [Space Force Declares L3Harris’ ATLAS Operational, Boosting Domain Awareness](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/l3harris-atlas-space-force-operational-acceptance): L3Harris Technologies’ Advanced Tracking and Launch Analysis System, or ATLAS, has achieved operational status.
- [Hung Cao Confirmed as Navy Under Secretary](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/hung-cao-navy-under-secretary-confirmation): The Senate on Wednesday voted 52-45 to confirm Hung Cao, a former Virginia Republican Senate candidate, as the next under secretary of the Navy.
- [Appropriations Lapse Prompts NOAA to Issue Notice to Contractors](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/noaa-contractors-appropriations-lapse): The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has issued a notice to contractors clarifying how contracts and purchase orders should be handled amid a lapse in federal appropriations.
- [DOD Launches Spectrum-Sharing Initiative With Industry & Academic Partners](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dod-spectrum-sharing-initiative-arrington): The Department of Defense, in collaboration with the National Spectrum Consortium, has launched the Advanced Spectrum Coexistence, or ASC, Demonstration and selected the five initial project teams participating in the initiative.
- [VA Publishes AI Adoption Strategy to Enhance Veteran Services](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/va-ai-adoption-strategy-healthcare): The Department of Veterans Affairs has released a strategy to accelerate the adoption of artificial intelligence, aiming to streamline workflows, improve healthcare delivery, accelerate benefits processing and strengthen veterans' trust in the agency.
- [DOE Releases AI Strategy, Compliance Plan to Drive Secure, Efficient Adoption](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/energy-department-ai-strategy-compliance-plan): The Department of Energy has unveiled its Artificial Intelligence Strategy and Compliance Plan. The documents, published Wednesday, promote safe and secure AI adoption to address the nation’s energy-related challenges and ensure alignment with all federal requirements.
- [Army Discovers, Immediately Resolves NGC2 Cybersecurity Risks](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/army-ngc2-cybersecurity-risks-resolved): The U.S. Army has identified and resolved cybersecurity risks in an earlier iteration of its Next Generation Command and Control system, dubbed NGC2, Breaking Defense reported Wednesday.
- [DLA Unifies Class IX Support Under New Command](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dla-weapons-support-class-ix-support-new-command): The Defense Logistics Agency has officially established DLA Weapons Support, a major subordinate command tasked with delivering spare and repair parts for weapon systems across the joint force.
- [Defense Secretary Details Reforms to Strengthen DOD Warfighting Readiness](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dod-pete-hegseth-reforms-warfighting-readiness): Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, a 2025 Wash100 Award recipient, has unveiled new directives aimed at reshaping the culture and standards of the Department of Defense during a 45-minute address to senior military leaders at Quantico, Virginia. Hegseth outlined reforms that he said will restore focus on warfighter readiness, discipline and leadership, DOD said Tuesday.
- [Zachary Terrell Appointed CTO of Department of Health and Human Services](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/zachary-terrell-cto-hhs-appointment): Zachary Terrell has been named chief technology officer of the Department of Health and Human Services, FedScoop reported Monday.
- [Air Force Issues New Guidance on SaaS Procurement, Usage](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/daf-saas-procurement-usage-memo): The Department of the Air Force has issued a new memorandum that classifies software as a service as a commodity-based subscription service rather than a licensed software asset.
- [NIST Releases Draft Guidance on Securing Controlled Unclassified Information for Public Comments](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nist-draft-guidance-cui-public-comments): The National Institute of Standards and Technology has published drafts of new guidance for securing controlled unclassified information, or CUI.
- [OMB Orders Agencies to Begin Implementation of Government Shutdown Plans as Funding Expires](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/omb-russell-vought-memo-govt-shutdown-plans): The White House’s Office of Management and Budget has ordered federal agencies to begin implementing plans to suspend functions. In a memorandum issued to executive department and agency leaders, Russell Vought, director of OMB, also warned that it will be difficult to predict how long the government shutdown will last, adding that officials must closely monitor developments. 
- [NSF Launches $12M Safe-OSE Initiative, Funds 8 Projects](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nsf-12m-safe-ose-initiative-funds-8-projects): The National Science Foundation has awarded up to $12 million to eight research teams through the recently launched Safety, Security and Privacy of Open-Source Ecosystems, or Safe-OSE, investment.
- [Army to Launch System Streamlining Foreign Military Sales Processes](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/new-us-army-fms-processes): The U.S. Army will begin on Nov. 1 the official release of a newly developed system designed to improve its foreign military sales processes.
- [Army Taps GDMS, Pacific Defense for CMFF Prototype Development](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gdms-pacific-defense-ota-army-cmff-prototypes): The U.S. Army has signed new rapid prototype other transactional authority, also known as OTA, agreements with General Dynamics Mission Systems and Pacific Defense to build a chassis that would enable soldiers to plug and play capabilities into military vehicles.
- [CISA, UK NCSC Release Joint Guidance on Operational Technology Security](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/cisa-ncsc-guidance-ot-architecture-security): The United Kingdom’s National Cyber Security Centre, in partnership with the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, the FBI and other international partners, has published new joint guidance aimed at helping organizations secure their operational technology environments.
- [NOAA Taps Raytheon for NEON Stratus Project Study](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/noaa-raytheon-weather-imagery-other-transaction-agreement): The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has tapped Raytheon for a mission design and feasibility study on weather imagery capabilities under its Near Earth Orbit Network, or NEON, Stratus project. 
- [GAO Report: ODNI Yet to Address Key Recommendations on Managing Workforce, Facilities](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gao-report-odni-open-recommendations-workforce-facilities): The Government Accountability Office has identified 44 previously issued recommendations that remain unresolved at the Office of the Director of National Intelligence. The congressional watchdog said in a report published Friday that addressing the open recommendations would improve workforce, intelligence enterprise, and infrastructure and facilities management. 
- [DIU Selects Anduril, Zone 5 to Prototype Counter-UAS Interceptors](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/diu-anduril-zone5-uas-interceptor-prototype): The Defense Innovation Unit has selected Anduril Industries and Zone 5 Technologies to develop prototype counter-unmanned aerial systems under the Counter NEXT program. The effort focuses on rapidly prototyping commercially derived interceptors that defeat Group 3 and larger threats, protect national airspace, and safeguard personnel, equipment and facilities.
- [DCMA Launches US-X to Advance Military Drone Acquisition Strategy](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dcma-us-x-unit-drone-dominance-blue-list): The Defense Contract Management Agency has introduced the Special Programs Unmanned Systems-Experimental, or US-X, unit to support the Department of Defense's "Unleashing U.S. Military Drone Dominance" initiative.
- [FedRAMP Seeks Public Comment on Cloud Security Inbox Standard for Cloud Providers](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/fedramp-comment-cloud-security-inbox-standard): The Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program has released a request for comments on a FedRAMP Security Inbox, or FSI, a proposed standard for resolving communication breakdowns with cloud service providers during cybersecurity emergencies.
- [Laurie Moe Buckhout Named Assistant National Cyber Director for Policy at White House](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/laurie-buckhout-asst-national-cyber-director-hire): Laurie Moe Buckhout, a retired U.S. Army colonel with over 30 years of military and industry experience, announced on LinkedIn Sunday that she has been appointed assistant national cyber director for policy at the White House.
- [Coast Guard to Invest $350M in Robotics, Autonomous Systems](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/uscg-350m-robotics-autonomy-investment): The U.S. Coast Guard is moving forward with a nearly $350 million investment in robotics and autonomous systems to strengthen mission readiness and safety.
- [White House Unveils Federal Acquisition Regulation Changes to Boost Small Business in Federal Contracting](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/white-house-revolutionary-far-overhaul-small-business): The Office of Management and Budget’s Office of Federal Procurement Policy at the White House has rolled out modifications to regulatory coverage on small business contracting to increase small business participation in the federal market
- [Sierra Space Dream Chaser to Perform 2026 Free Flight Demo Under Revised NASA Contract](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nasa-sierra-contract-cs2-dream-chaser-flight): NASA and Sierra Space mutually agreed to revise a previously awarded contract to send supplies to the International Space Station using the Dream Chaser spaceplane and its companion module, Shooting Star.
- [Army Directs Full Data Migration to Vantage to Boost Readiness, AI Integration](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/us-army-data-migration-vantage-ai-integration): The Department of the Army has issued a memorandum requiring all commands and organizations to transition business and readiness data assets to the Army Vantage platform as part of an enterprise-wide modernization push.
- [GAO Urges Agencies to Improve Procurement Data Reports](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/procurement-data-quality-improvement-gao): The Government Accountability Office has recommended that U.S. government agencies adopt measures to improve the quality of their reports to the Federal Procurement Data System that the General Services Administration administers to track federal awards. 
- [NGA West’s Relocation to New St. Louis Campus Starts in Winter](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nga-west-new-campus-relocation-whitworth): The National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency will begin moving its western campus in the coming winter to a new location in St. Louis, Missouri. According to NGA, the facility is the result of years of planning and investment to support geospatial transformation for the next century.
- [Trump Signs Executive Order on TikTok](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/trump-executive-order-tiktok-us-joint-venture): President Donald Trump has signed an executive order approving a proposed deal that would keep video-sharing platform TikTok operational in the U.S. while protecting national security.
- [Senate Confirms Retired Navy Vice Adm. Scott Pappano as NNSA Principal Deputy Administrator](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/scott-pappano-nnsa-principal-deputy-admin-hire): Retired Vice Adm. Scott Pappano has been confirmed as principal deputy administrator for the National Nuclear Security Administration. According to Congress records, legislators voted 51-47 to appoint Pappano.
- [GSA, xAI Partner to Bring Grok AI Models to Federal Agencies](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gsa-xai-onegov-agreement-grok-ai): The General Services Administration and xAI have signed an agreement to make the latter's Grok frontier artificial intelligence models available to federal agencies through March 2027.
- [Kristi Noem Backs Pete Hegseth’s Proposal for Coast Guard Civilian Secretary](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/kristi-noem-pete-hegseth-proposal-uscg-secretary): Kristi Noem, secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, has publicly endorsed a letter delivered by Secretary of War Pete Hegseth proposing the establishment of a civilian service secretary for the U.S. Coast Guard.
- [NOAA NESDIS Publishes Study on AI-Driven Earth Observation Digital Twin Technology](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/noaa-nesdis-study-ai-earth-observation-digital-twin): The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's National Environmental Satellite, Data and Information Service, or NESDIS, has released a concept study by Lockheed Martin and NVIDIA on the artificial intelligence-driven Earth Observation Digital Twin, or EODT, technology.
- [CISA Emergency Directive Warns of Zero-Day Flaws in Cisco ASA, Firepower Devices](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/cisa-emergency-directive-cisco-asa-bugs): The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency has published an emergency directive to warn against attackers targeting vulnerabilities affecting Cisco Adaptive Security Appliances, or ASA, web services.
- [White House OSTP Seeks Public Input on AI Regulatory Barriers](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/white-house-ostp-rfi-ai-regulatory-barriers): The White House Office of Science and Technology Policy has issued a request for information asking stakeholders to identify federal statutes, regulations and agency policies that hinder the development, deployment and adoption of artificial intelligence technologies in the United States.
- [Deltek: Proposal AI Could Help Transform GovCon Proposal Process](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/deltek-proposal-ai-govcon-rfp-responses): Nick Schiffler, marketing manager at Deltek, said proposal artificial intelligence is becoming a key capability for government contracting teams seeking to respond quickly to requests for proposals and improve competitiveness in the federal marketplace.
- [Michael Cadenazzi Named Assistant Secretary of Defense for Industrial Base Policy](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/michael-cadenazzi-asst-sec-dod-dib-appointment): Michael Cadenazzi announced on LinkedIn Tuesday that he has been confirmed as assistant secretary of defense for industrial base policy.
- [Pentagon Implements Cybersecurity Risk Management Construct](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dod-cybersecurity-risk-management-construct-csrmc): The Department of Defense has started implementing a five-phase construct that seeks to provide real-time cyber defense at operational speed and ensure that U.S. warfighters maintain technological superiority against evolving cyberthreats.
- [Government Cloud Security Program Announces FedRAMP 20x Phase 2 Pilot](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/fedramp-20x-phase-2-pilot): The Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program has announced the second phase of FedRAMP 20x, a cloud-native authorization framework that aims to advance the use of automation to accelerate secure cloud adoption across federal agencies.
- [NIST Seeks Proposals for Semiconductor R&D Funding Opportunity](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nist-microelectronics-rd-funding-opportunity): The National Institute of Standards and Technology has issued a broad agency announcement through its CHIPS Research and Development Office to solicit proposals for a funding opportunity aimed at advancing U.S. leadership in microelectronics technology. The funding opportunity calls for research, prototyping and commercialization efforts that align with critical technology needs.
- [SpaceX Falcon 9 Launches NASA, NOAA Spacecraft to Study Solar Activity, Space Weather](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/spacex-falcon-9-launch-nasa-noaa-solar-activity): SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket has launched three new NASA and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration missions to investigate the impact of the sun’s activity across the solar system.
- [CISA Releases Advisory to Help Agencies Strengthen Cyber Defense](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/cisa-advisory-cyber-defense-incident-response): The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency has released a new cybersecurity advisory titled “CISA Shares Lessons Learned from an Incident Response Engagement.”
- [CBP’s James McCament Accepts 2025 Government Executive of the Year Award](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/cbp-james-mccament-2025-government-executive-award): James McCament, chief digital transformation officer at U.S. Customs and Border Protection, has received the 2025 Government Executive of the Year Award in recognition of his leadership in modernizing CBP through automation, digital innovation and customer-focused design, Homeland Security Today reported Saturday.
- [Stephen Casapulla Assumes New Responsibilities at CISA as Executive Assistant Director for Infrastructure Security](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/stephen-casapulla-cisa-infrastructure-security-hire): The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency has appointed Stephen Casapulla as its executive assistant director for infrastructure security.
- [Air Force Aims to Streamline Base IT Services With New BPA](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/air-force-afimsc-bpa-base-it-services): The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center, or AFIMSC, has developed a blanket purchase agreement to facilitate the delivery of base operations support IT, or BOS-IT, services across the Department of the Air Force's installations.
- [Chance Saltzman Outlines New Approach to Accelerate Space System Delivery](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/chance-saltzman-new-approach-space-delivery-ussf): Gen. Chance Saltzman, chief of space operations of the U.S. Space Force and a Wash100 Award winner, emphasized the need for a new approach to delivering capabilities to maintain superiority in space during his keynote at the Air, Space and Cyber Conference on Sept. 23.
- [Marine Corps Launches Project Dynamis to Accelerate Modernization for CJADC2](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/marine-corps-project-dynamis-modernization-cjadc2-launch): The Marine Corps has formally established Project Dynamis following a memorandum signed by Assistant Commandant Gen. Christopher Mahoney. The initiative aims to accelerate modernization of the Marine Corps' contributions to Combined Joint All-Domain Command and Control in coordination with the Department of the Navy’s Project Overmatch.
- [White House Issues R&D Budget Priorities, Crosscutting Actions for Fiscal 2027](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/white-house-memorandum-rd-budget-priorities-2027): The White House has issued a memorandum that identifies research and development budget priorities and cross-cutting actions for fiscal 2027.
- [NRO & Space Force Launch NROL-48 Mission on SpaceX Rocket](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nro-space-force-nrol-48-mission-spacex): The National Reconnaissance Office, in collaboration with SpaceX and the U.S. Space Force Space Launch Delta 30, has launched the NROL-48 mission from Space Launch Complex-4 East at Vandenberg Space Force Base in California on Sept. 22.
- [Brent Ingraham Begins Role as Army’s Acquisition Chief](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/brent-ingraham-army-acquisition-chief-confirmation): Brent Ingraham took oath Monday as assistant secretary of the Army for acquisition, logistics and technology following his Senate confirmation.
- [Senate Confirms Trump Nominee Gen. Christopher Mahoney as Vice Chairman of Joint Chiefs](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/christopher-mahoney-jcs-vice-chair-confirmed): The Senate Armed Services Committee has confirmed Marine Corps Gen. Christopher Mahoney as vice chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Legislators voted to install Mahoney to the military’s second-highest ranking officer on Friday, according to records on Congress.gov.
- [John Squires Appointed USPTO Director, Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/john-squires-uspto-director-appointment): John Squires has been selected as the new director of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. He will also serve as under secretary of commerce for intellectual property.
- [Treasury Department Advances IT Modernization Efforts With New BPAs](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/treasury-department-it-modernization-salesforce): The Department of the Treasury has signed a series of blanket purchase agreements with several technology companies to support IT modernization efforts within the Internal Revenue Service.
- [NRO Pushes Innovation to Meet ISR Needs Faster](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nro-chris-scolese-isr-satcom-innovation): National Reconnaissance Office Director Chris Scolese, a five-time Wash100 Award recipient, said the agency is focused on accelerating the delivery of space-based intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance through innovation and a growing satellite architecture. Speaking at the Intelligence and National Security Summit, Scolese emphasized that NRO must deliver information “at the speed of need” to maintain America’s information advantage.
- [GSA & Meta Partner to Launch OneGov AI Initiative](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gsa-meta-partner-onegov-ai-initiative): The General Services Administration has collaborated with Meta to launch a new initiative incorporating Llama open source artificial intelligence models into the OneGov framework.
- [Naval Undersea Warfare Center Unveils Mastery of the Seas at All Depths 2035 Strategic Vision](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nuwc-strategic-vision-2035-marie-bussiere): The Naval Undersea Warfare Center has unveiled Mastery of the Seas at All Depths 2035, a 10-year strategic vision that aims to drive the adoption of new technologies and strengthen industry partnerships to accelerate the delivery of capabilities to warfighters. Marie Bussiere, who has been serving as technical director for the NUWC Division Newport since November 2023, presented the strategic vision during a panel discussion at Southeastern New England Defense Industry Alliance’s Defense Innovation Days.
- [Dario Gil, Conner Prochaska Confirmed for Top DOE Posts](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dario-gil-conner-prochaska-doe-arpa-e-confirmation): The Senate on Thursday confirmed Dario Gil as the under secretary for science and innovation at the Department of Energy and Conner Prochaska as director of the Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy, or ARPA-E.
- [Jason Richards Named FBI Assistant Director of IT Applications & Data](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/jason-richards-fbi-asst-director-it-apps-data-promotion): Jason Richards, a 20-year FBI veteran, has been named the agency’s assistant director of the IT applications and data division, or ITADD. Richards shared his appointment on LinkedIn.
- [FAR Council Issues Model Deviation Text for Simplified Acquisition Procedures](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/far-council-non-commercial-acquisitions): The Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council has issued new model deviation text for Part 13 - Simplified Acquisition Procedures as part of the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul, or RFO, initiative.
- [NGA Developing AI Standards to Manage Growing Space Data](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/frank-whitworth-nga-ai-standards-sensor-data): The National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency is developing artificial intelligence standards to handle an expected surge in space-based sensor data, Federal News Network reported Friday.
- [DASH 2 Demonstrates AI’s Role in Battlefield Decision Advantage in Recent Experiment](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/air-force-dash-2-ai-experiment-decision-advantage): The U.S. Air Force and its partners demonstrated the capability to solve complex battlefield challenges and provide commanders with options to deliver effects during the second Decision Advantage Sprint for Human-Machine Teaming, or DASH 2. The event, held at the Shadow Operations Center-Nellis in downtown Las Vegas, explored the potential use of AI to achieve decision advantage.
- [DHS Details Implementation of Gold Standard Science EO Tenets for R&D in New Report](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dhs-eo-gold-standard-science-implementation): The Department of Homeland Security has issued a report on current agency efforts to implement President Donald Trump's executive order on ensuring research and evidence used in government decision-making meet the highest standards of rigor and integrity. The agency said that the report, published Friday, demonstrates how research and development efforts within the organization align with the nine tenets identified in EO 14303, or Restoring Gold Standard Science.
- [DIU Creates Recognized Assessors Group to Evaluate Drones for Military Use](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/diu-establishes-recognized-assessors-group-drones): The Defense Innovation Unit has established the Recognized Assesors group to evaluate unmanned aerial systems and associated components for compliance with the National Defense Authorization Act.
- [Katherine Sutton Confirmed as DOD Cyber Policy Chief](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/katherine-sutton-dod-asd-cyber-policy-confirmation): The Senate on Thursday confirmed Katherine Sutton, a cyber policy and technology expert, as the assistant secretary of defense for cyber policy.
- [NIST Seeks Public Input on PQC Migration Paper](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nist-pqc-migration-public-comment): The National Institute of Science and Technology's National Cybersecurity Center of Excellence, or NCCoE, is soliciting public comments on a draft white paper that seeks to guide organizations in preparing for post-quantum cryptography, or PQC, migration.
- [George Street Confirmed as New Counterintelligence and Security Director](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/wes-street-counterintelligence-security-director-confirmation): George “Wes” Street, a 30-year veteran of the counterintelligence community, has been confirmed as director of the National Counterintelligence and Security Center. Tulsi Gabbard, director of national intelligence, welcomed him after the U.S. Senate voted to confirm his nomination, 51 to 47.
- [State Department Unveils America First Global Health Strategy](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/america-first-global-health-strategy-release-dos): The State Department has released the America First Global Health Strategy, a framework aimed at strengthening U.S. leadership in global health while prioritizing American safety, economic resilience and international partnerships.
- [US, UK Forge Deal to Advance AI, Quantum, Nuclear Energy Tech Development](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/us-uk-tpd-ai-quantum-nuclear-energy-development): President Donald J. Trump has signed a deal with U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer to collaborate on efforts to advance artificial intelligence, quantum computing and civil nuclear energy technologies.
- [Marine Corps Selects FPV Drone Platforms From 4 Companies to Advance to Next Project GI Phase](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/marine-corps-fpv-drone-project-gi-flght-demo): The U.S. Marine Corps has selected first-person-view, or FPV, unmanned aerial vehilces from Auterion, ModalAI, Neros and Nokturnal to move to the next stage of the Defense Innovation Unit’s Project G.I. The proposed solutions from the four companies will now undergo National Defense Authorization Act compliance and cybersecurity review, DIU said Thursday.
- [Naval Research Lab Completes Robotic Servicing Payload Thermal Vacuum Test](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nrl-robotic-servicing-payload-thermal-vacuum-test): The Naval Research Laboratory has collaborated with the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency and Northrop Grumman's SpaceLogistics to demonstrate a robotic spacecraft developed to service and extend the life of space-based satellites.
- [Senate Bill Seeks to Address Contractor Price Gouging](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/senate-bill-price-gouging-defense-contracts): Four U.S. senators have proposed a bipartisan bill that seeks to address price gouging by defense contractors and improve transparency in maintenance contracts.
- [SRNL Taps Former ORNL Official Dana Hewit to Lead Laboratory Operations](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dana-hewit-srnl-lab-deputy-director-hire): Savannah River National Laboratory has named Dana Hewit as its deputy laboratory director for operations. Hewit, who previously led the Office of Integrated Performance Management at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, will officially join SRNL in mid-October, the South Carolina lab said Monday.
- [MITRE, FAA Launch Aerospace LLM Evaluation Benchmark](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/mitre-faa-alue-benchmark-aerospace-llm-evaluation): The Federal Aviation Administration and MITRE have unveiled a benchmark to facilitate the assessment of large language models, or LLMs, for aerospace tasks.
- [Johns Hopkins APL Initiative Aims to Accelerate Materials Development](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/jhu-apl-tetra-materials-development): Scientists and engineers at the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory are developing a new approach that aims to speed up the process of designing, optimizing and testing metal components for the defense industrial base using artificial intelligence and robotics.
- [DOE Expands Quantum-in-Space Initiative With IonQ, Honeywell & EPB](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/doe-quantum-in-space-initiative-ionq-honeywell-epb): The Department of Energy’s Office of Technology Commercialization has announced the addition of IonQ, Honeywell and the Electric Power Board of Chattanooga, or EPB, to its Quantum-in-Space Collaboration.
- [GAO Flags Potential Redundancies in DOD Cyberspace Operations](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gao-dod-cyberspace-operation-redundancies): The Government Accountability Office has released a report detailing the potential of overlapping or redundant roles within a network of nearly 500 organizations in the Department of Defense’s cyberspace operations.
- [RTX Named Principal Contractor in $162M Norway Torpedo FMS](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/rtx-162m-norway-torpedo-supplier-fms): The Department of State has approved a possible foreign military sale of up to 50 MK 54 MOD 0 lightweight torpedoes and related equipment to Norway valued an estimated $162.1 million. RTX will serve as the principal contractor for the transaction, the Defense Security Cooperation Agency said Wednesday. 
- [ICE Recruitment Surge Attracts 150,000 Applicants, 18,000 Job Offers](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/ice-recruitment-surge-150-thousand-dhs): Immigration and Customs Enforcement has reported record interest in its latest hiring campaign, receiving more than 150,000 applications nationwide and extending over 18,000 tentative job offers.
- [House Panel Proposes CR to Keep Government Funded Through November](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/house-appropriations-committee-continuing-resolution): The House Appropriations Committee on Tuesday introduced a continuing resolution, or CR, that seeks to prevent a government shutdown by extending government funding through Nov. 21.
- [National Labs, University Aim to Advance HPC-Powered Quantum Materials Research](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/national-labs-hpc-quantum-materials-research): The Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory and the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, have launched a four-year collaborative effort that seeks to accelerate innovation around nonequilibrium quantum materials by exploring the use of high-performance computing.
- [Palantir Secures Marine Corps Contract for Maven Smart System C2 Platform](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/palantir-marine-corps-mss-c2-contract-award): The U.S. Marine Corps has signed a contract with Palantir Technologies for the Maven Smart System data-centric command and control platform. The military service said MSS will serve as a key enabler for its ongoing modernization.
- [GAO Urges State Department to Enhance Weapons Misuse Investigations](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gao-state-department-weapons-misuse-investigation): The Government Accountability Office has released a report highlighting the lack of formal procedures within the Department of State for investigating foreign partners' misuse of U.S. military equipment and training.
- [Air Force Issues Presolicitation for High Band Mission Application Software Contract](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/air-force-high-band-mission-application-software): The Department of the Air Force has started seeking industry feedback on vendors for a potential five-year contract to support the High Band Mission Application Software, with a value between $100 and $500 million.
- [NASA Leads Collins Radar Trial to Advance Drone Integration Into National Airspace](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nasa-wisk-collins-radar-drones-air-taxi-test): NASA, Wisk Aero and Collins Aerospace recently conducted a test of a tool that could enable remotely piloted aircraft to operate in the national airspace and transport people or deliver goods within urban areas.
- [Stealth Solutions Books $50M Coast Guard Contract to Modernize Mariner Credentialing](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/stealth-solutions-50m-mariner-credentialing-contract): The U.S. Coast Guard has tapped Virginia-based Stealth Solutions for IT modernization of the service’s Mariner Credentialing Program, or MCP, and to support the recuperation of the maritime industry and its workforce, under a $49.6 million blanket purchase agreement.
- [State Department Updates Drone Export Policy](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/state-department-drone-export-policy-update): Secretary of State Marco Rubio, a 2025 Wash100 awardee, has approved an update to the U.S. government’s policy on the export of unmanned aerial systems in accordance with an executive order seeking to introduce reforms to the foreign defense sales system.
- [CMS Unveils $50B Rural Health Transformation Program](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/cms-rural-health-transformation-program): The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has launched a $50 billion federal program to enable states to transform the rural healthcare infrastructure to expand healthcare access, improve quality of care and enhance patient outcomes.
- [Army FUZE Program to Direct $750M Annually Toward Emerging Military Technologies](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/army-fuze-venture-capital-military-tech-investment): The U.S. Army has launched Army FUZE, a venture-capital-style acquisition program that will channel about $750 million per year into early-stage firms developing technologies for defense missions, Breaking Defense reported Monday. The initiative is designed to accelerate innovation and shorten the path from concept to field deployment.
- [AFSPC Seeks Input on SDA Novel Innovation Pipeline for Enhanced Resilience](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/afspc-sda-novel-innovation-pipeline-enhanced-resilience): The U.S. Air Force Space Command has started conducting market research on potential contractors for the Space Domain Awareness Novel Innovation Pipeline for Enhanced Resilience, or SNIPER, initiative.
- [War Department Awards $39.6M to Strengthen Domestic Solid Rocket Motor Supply Chain](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/war-department-dpa-award-slm-supply-chain): The Department of War is awarding funding totaling $39.6 million to Materials Resources LLC, or MRL; ICF Mercantile; and SPARC Research to expand domestic solid rocket motor production.
- [SSC Establishes System Delta 81 to Strengthen Guardian Training at Peterson SFB](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/space-systems-command-system-delta-81-activation): The Space Systems Command has established System Delta 81, or SYD 81, during a recent ceremony at Peterson Space Force Base in Colorado.
- [GAO Report Details SSA IT Acquisition Workforce Challenges, Recommendations](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gao-report-ssa-it-acquisition-challenges-recs): The Government Accountability Office has released a new report noting the significant challenges facing the Social Security Administration, particularly its IT acquisition workforce.
- [Army Operationalizes Zero Trust](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/army-zero-trust-mapping-cecom-sec-west-point): The U.S. Army’s Communications-Electronics Command Software Engineering Center, or CECOM SEC, and the U.S. Military Academy at West Point have collaborated to evaluate the feasibility of the CECOM SEC-developed mapping between zero trust and the Pentagon’s Risk Management Framework, or RMF.
- [FAR Council Issues Changes to 4 Parts of Acquisition Regulation](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/far-council-revolutionary-far-overhaul-contracting-methods): The Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council on Thursday issued new model deviation text for four parts of the FAR as part of the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul, or RFO, initiative.
- [MITRE Report Calls for Increased Warfighter Involvement in Defense Acquisition](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/mitre-defense-acquisition-system-warfighter-involvement): MITRE has released a report highlighting the need for the defense acquisition system, or DAS, to be more warfighter-centric to facilitate the delivery of capabilities that keep pace with the rapidly evolving battlefield conditions.
- [DHS OIG: CISA Mismanaged $138M Cyber Retention Incentive Program](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dhs-cisa-oig-cyber-retention-program-mismanaged): The Department of Homeland Security Office of Inspector General has found significant weaknesses in the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency’s Cybersecurity Retention Incentive program, which was designed to help the agency attract and retain high-demand cybersecurity professionals.
- [FedRAMP Seeks Public Comments on KSI Changes, New Cloud Security Configuration Standard](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/fedramp-comments-ksi-cloud-security-configuration): The Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program has issued two requests for comment on proposed changes to its Key Security Indicators and a new standard for secure configurations of cloud service offerings.
- [Government Leaders Discuss Using AI to Streamline ATO Review](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/ato-software-review-dod-automation-ai-katie-arrington): Katie Arrington, acting chief information officer at the Department of Defense and a Wash100 Award winner, is keen on automating and applying artificial intelligence to accelerate the process of granting an authority to operate, or ATO, to software for integration into Pentagon networks.
- [NASA, War Department Partner to Advance Cargo Drone Operations](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nasa-war-department-cargo-drone-partnership): NASA and the Department of War have conducted a flight demonstration aimed at fast-tracking the development of modern cargo drones for long-distance transportation.
- [BizINT: The Rising Intelligence Crime-Fighting Resource](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/bizint-business-activity-intelligence-intel-summit): Criminal enterprises and terrorist groups are becoming more sophisticated and capable every day. National security threats including drug trafficking, forced labor and financial scam rings from sub-state organizations like drug cartels are becoming more difficult to address because they are increasingly being run like legitimate businesses.
- [GAO Offers Framework for Responsible AI Use at VA](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gao-va-responsible-ai-framework-carol-harris): The Government Accountability Office has developed a framework that can help the Department of Veterans Affairs, along with other agencies, ensure responsibility and accountability when designing, developing, deploying and monitoring AI systems, according to Carol Harris, the director of IT and cybersecurity at GAO.
- [Chris Kraft Named Acting CIO at Secret Service](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/chris-kraft-secret-service-acting-cio-appointment): Chris Kraft, acting chief technology officer at the Department of Homeland Security, has been appointed as acting chief information officer at the U.S. Secret Service.
- [ODNI Planning Job Cuts at Intelligence Coordination Centers](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/odni-ncsc-nctc-job-cuts-government-workforce): The Office of the Director of National Intelligence is mulling an overhaul of its National Counterintelligence and Security Center, or NCSC, and the National Counterterrorism Center, also known as NCTC, according to several current and former officials. Both the NCSC and NCTC experienced job cuts, with more on the way, unnamed sources knowledgeable about the matter said in an interview with Defense One. 
- [MITRE: Defense Acquisition System Needs Digital Acquisition Policy Sandbox to Address Policy Shifts](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/das-mitre-digital-acquisition-policy-sandbox): MITRE is proposing the development of a digital acquisition policy sandbox, or DAPS, to help the Defense Acquisition System address challenges brought by a new wave of changes in statutes, executive orders, or EOs, and departmental policies in a new paper published Friday. Titled The Defense Acquisition System Digital Acquisition Policy Sandbox, the paper says the DAS can take advantage of the diagnostic platform to effectively maneuver through the changes and lessen program disruptions.
- [Energy Department Awards $134M for Fusion Energy Research Projects](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/fusion-energy-research-department-of-energy): The Department of Energy is providing a total of $134 million in funding for new research projects selected under its two programs aimed at keeping the United States’ lead in the fusion energy technology development. 
- [Treasury, GSA Launch SAVE Program to Curb Wasteful Contract Spending](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/treasury-gsa-save-program-federal-contracts): The Department of the Treasury has partnered with the GSA to launch the Savings Award for Verified Efficiencies, or SAVE, Program to reduce wasteful federal contract spending. The joint initiative aims to deliver considerable savings while keeping focus on mission readiness, Treasury said Wednesday.
- [Leidos VP Rob Linger Highlights Data Silos, Adversarial AI as Challenges to National Security](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/rob-linger-data-silos-interview-leidos-em): Data silos, misinformation and adversarial AI are among the greatest threats to federal agencies’ ability to achieve information superiority, said Rob Linger, vice president of Leidos’ information advantage practice, in a new video interview with Executive Mosaic.
- [OMB Board Seeks to Streamline Accounting Requirements for Contractors](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/omb-cas-board-accounting-requirements-contractors): The Office of Management and Budget’s Cost Accounting Standards, or CAS, Board has published two proposed rules that aim to streamline accounting requirements for federal contractors by eliminating over 60 requirements.
- [Navy Conducts Threat Assessment of 5G Tactical Network](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/navy-5g-tactical-network-operation-shoehorn): DVIDSHub reported that the Naval Information Warfare Center, or NIWC, Pacific and Navy Cyber Defense Operations Command, or NCDOC, started a threat assessment of a 5G tactical training network on Sept. 3 at Naval Base Point Loma in San Diego as part of Operation Shoehorn.
- [GAO Urges Air Force to Address Risks in Sentinel ICBM Transition](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gao-air-force-sentinel-icbm-transition-risks): The U.S. Air Force faces mounting risks in its effort to replace the Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile with the new Sentinel system, and has yet to create a risk management plan to guide the transition, the Government Accountability Office said in a report published Wednesday.
- [House Approves FY26 NDAA, SPEED Act to Modernize Military, Streamline Defense Acquisitions](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/house-fy26-ndaa-speed-act-mike-johnson): Rep. Mike Rogers, R-Ala., is celebrating the passage of the Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery, or SPEED, Act and National Defense Authorization Act, also known as NDAA, for fiscal year 2026 at the House of Representatives.
- [SDA Launches First Tranche 1 Satellites](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/sda-pwsa-tranche-1-satellite-launch): The Space Development Agency has launched the first Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture Tranche 1 Transport Layer space vehicles from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California.
- [Sen. Ted Cruz Introduces AI Policy Framework to Boost AI Standing](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/ted-cruz-ai-policy-framework): Sen. Ted Cruz, R-TX, chairman of the Senate Commerce Committee, has introduced a new legislative framework that aims to boost U.S. global standing in artificial intelligence.
- [CISA Unveils Plan to Strengthen Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures Program](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/cisa-cve-program-cybersecurity-nick-andersen): The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency has published its plan to enhance its Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures, or CVE, program, which identifies and disseminates information about cyberthreats. The agency said Wednesday that the CISA Strategic Focus: CVE Quality for a Cyber Secure Future serves as a roadmap and details priorities to ensure that the program meets the needs of the global cybersecurity community.
- [Robert Law Confirmed as DHS Under Secretary for Strategy, Policy & Plans](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/robert-law-dhs-under-secretary-strategy-confirmation): The Senate on Tuesday voted 49-46 to confirm Robert Law, most recently senior counselor at the Department of Homeland Security, as under secretary of strategy, policy and plans at DHS.
- [Drew Myklegard to Step Down as OMB Deputy Federal CIO](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/drew-myklegard-deputy-federal-cio-step-down): Drew Myklegard is set to officially resign as deputy federal chief information officer on Sept. 22, the Federal News Network reported Tuesday.
- [White House Secures Commitments From Major Orgs to Advance AI Education](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/white-house-ai-education-commitments-kratsios): The White House announced that major companies and organizations have committed to providing resources to advance artificial intelligence education among America’s youth.
- [GSA Consolidates Federal Procurement Under New Office of Centralized Acquisition Services](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gsa-office-centralized-acquisition-establishment): The General Services Administration has created the Office of Centralized Acquisition Services, or OCAS, within the Federal Acquisition Service to oversee the government’s purchase of common goods and services worth nearly $500 billion annually.
- [New GAO Report Identifies 94 AI Requirements for Federal Agencies](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gao-report-ai-adoption-requirements-agencies): The Government Accountability Office has identified 94 government-wide requirements for federal agencies that are planning to adopt artificial intelligence. The congressional watchdog said in its new report published Tuesday that 10 executive branch oversight groups have been established to supervise federal AI use.
- [Coast Guard Launches FD&I Directorate to Modernize Capabilities](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/coast-guard-futures-dev-integration-directorate-launch): The U.S. Coast Guard has established the Futures Development and Integration Directorate, an initiative that comes as part of the Force Design 2028 strategy.
- [ARL:UT Books $390M Navy Contract Modification for R&D, Engineering & Testing Services](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/arlut-navy-contract-modification-rd-engineering): The Applied Research Laboratory at the University of Texas at Austin has received a $390 million contract modification from the U.S. Navy for the continuous procurement of research, development, engineering, and test and evaluation services in support of various Department of Defense programs.
- [ICE Appoints Dustin Goetz as Acting CIO](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/ice-dustin-goetz-acting-cio-appointment): The Department of Homeland Security's Immigration and Customs Enforcement has appointed Dustin Goetz, most recently executive director of IT operations at DHS, as acting chief information officer.
- [GP Sandhoo Named SDA Acting Director](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/sda-acting-director-gp-sandhoo-appointment): The Space Development Agency has appointed Gurpartap “GP” Sandhoo, most recently deputy director at SDA, as acting director.
- [House Advances FY2026 Spending Bill, Cuts IT Modernization Funds](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/house-fy26-spending-bill-approved): The House Appropriations Committee has approved the fiscal year 2026 Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act in a 35-28 vote, advancing a measure that Republican leaders said restores fiscal discipline while reshaping funding priorities for federal technology and cybersecurity.
- [DLA Publishes White Paper for Machine Learning-Driven Logistics Planning](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dla-paper-machine-learning-logistics-planning): The Defense Logistics Agency has published “Transforming Defense Logistics Planning: Leveraging Machine Learning for Enhanced Warfighter Readiness,” a white paper that pushes for a significant shift in strategies to strengthen military logistics and address the evolving needs for modern warfare.
- [NASA’s Dragonfly Rotorcraft Clears Key Tests Ahead of 2028 Titan Launch](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nasa-dragonfly-tests-2028-titan-launch): NASA’s Dragonfly mission, a nuclear-powered rotorcraft, has completed multiple tests to stay on schedule for its planned July 2028 launch on a SpaceX Falcon.
- [OSC Seeks Partners for Commercial Conjunction Assessment Screening Services Pilot Program](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/osc-commercial-conjunction-assessment-screening-services-pilot): The Office of Space Commerce has announced a new round of solicitations for the General Services Administration's Global Data Marketplace for the Commercial Conjunction Assessment Screening Services, or CASS, pilot program.
- [Coast Guard Creates Office of Coordination, Programming, Accountability](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/coast-guard-office-coordination-nick-simmons): The U.S. Coast Guard has established a new office dedicated to ensuring that programs and activities are aligned with service leadership and the administration’s priorities.
- [Trump’s Executive Order Renames DOD to Department of War](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/executive-order-dod-war-department-name-change): President Donald Trump on Friday signed an executive order renaming the Department of Defense to the Department of War as a secondary title.
- [Lt. Gen. Michele Bredenkamp Nominated as NGA Director](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/michele-bredenkamp-nga-director-nomination): President Donald Trump has nominated Army Lt. Gen. Michele Bredenkamp, director's adviser for military affairs at the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, as the next director of the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency.
- [Federal Hiring Modernized as OPM Implements “Rule of Many”](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/opm-rule-of-many-federal-hiring-modernization): The Office of Personnel Management has issued a final rule replacing the longstanding “rule of three” with the “rule of many” to modernize federal hiring. OPM, which announced the reform on Friday, said the rule applies to competitive and excepted service appointments to ensure agencies hire based on practical skill and merit, as measured by skills-based assessments.
- [HR Modernization Effort at DHS Shows Limited Progress Despite $262M Spent, GAO Reports](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gao-report-dhs-hr-it-modernization-investment): The Government Accountability Office said in its new report that the Department of Homeland Security's investment in modernizing its human resources IT systems has produced limited results.
- [Rep. Pat Harrigan Introduces SkyFoundry Act to Scale Drone Production](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/pat-harrigan-skyfoundry-act-drone-production): Rep. Pat Harrigan, R-N.C.-10, has introduced the SkyFoundry Act of 2025, a new legislation designed to significantly enhance the United States' capacity to design, test and build drones.
- [CBP Issues Draft Solicitation for Traveler Processing & Vetting Software 2.0](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/cbp-draft-solicitation-traveler-processing-software): The Department of Homeland Security’s Customs and Border Protection agency has issued a draft solicitation to seek industry feedback for a blanket purchase agreement supporting the Traveler Processing and Vetting Software, or TPVS, 2.0.
- [Federal CIO Gregory Barbaccia to Oversee Federal Service Delivery Under GSDI Act](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gregory-barbaccia-service-delivery-lead-gsdi): Gregory Barbaccia, federal chief information officer and a 2025 Wash100 Award winner, will serve as the federal government’s service delivery lead under the Government Service Delivery Improvement, or GSDI, Act.
- [Deborah Gracio Named PNNL Director](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/deborah-gracio-pnnl-director-hire): Deborah Gracio, a 35-year Pacific Northwest National Laboratory veteran, will take on the role of PNNL director in October.
- [Army DEVCOM Armaments Center Partners With IQT to Address Tech Capability Gaps](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/army-devcom-armaments-center-iqt-partnership): The U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command, or DEVCOM, Armaments Center has partnered with the CIA and In-Q-Tel to advance Army priorities and accelerate the development and deployment of military capabilities to warfighters in support of national security missions.
- [Western Tech Startups Urged to Guard Against Exploitation in International Pitch Competitions](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/us-canada-western-tech-startup-competition-guidance): The Office of the Director of National Intelligence’s National Counterintelligence and Security Center, alongside the U.S. Air Force Office of Special Investigations, the Canadian Security Intelligence Service and ODNI’s Office of Economic Security and Emerging Technology, has issued new guidance to help Western technology startups avoid exploitation at international pitch competitions. 
- [NSF Selects 4 Teams to Design Quantum Science Virtual Laboratory](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/national-science-foundation-nqvl-design-teams): The National Science Foundation has selected four teams that will receive $4 million to design an infrastructure that would expand access to hardware and software to support quantum science research.
- [GAO Urges Action to Address Gaps in Federal Cyber Workforce Data, Initiative Assessments](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gao-report-oncd-cyber-workforce-data-gaps): The Government Accountability Office has called on the Office of the National Cyber Director to take urgent steps to improve the quality, completeness and evaluation of federal cyber workforce data, citing significant gaps in information on both the size and cost of civilian and contractor personnel performing IT, cybersecurity and cyber-related functions.
- [SECNAV Phelan Orders Reorganization of Navy’s Robotic, Autonomous Systems Leadership](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/navy-robotic-autonomous-systems-reorg-phelan): Navy Secretary John Phelan has announced three new positions and offices to lead the development of robotic and autonomous systems, or RAS, as part of the service’s bid to create a hybrid fleet.
- [Air Force Unveils Network of the Future Strategy](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/daf-network-of-the-future-strategy-launch): The Department of the Air Force has unveiled a new strategy outlining how the DAF will deliver a resilient and adaptive encrypted network that facilitates real-time data sharing in support of warfighters.
- [Amit Kshatriya Named NASA ​Associate Administrator](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/amit-kshatriya-nasa-associate-admin-promotion): NASA Acting Administrator Sean Duffy has named Amit Kshatriya the agency’s new associate administrator, the highest-ranking civil service position.
- [NSF Seeks to Advance AI Research Through New Operations Center](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nsf-ai-resource-ops-center-solicitation): The National Science Foundation has begun soliciting proposals for an initiative to establish a community-based center that will oversee the development of the overarching framework, management structure and operations strategy to support an integrated national infrastructure for artificial intelligence research and education.
- [US, International Partners Publish Joint SBOM Guidance](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/us-allies-sbom-guidance-published): The National Security Agency and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, in collaboration with cybersecurity agencies from more than a dozen countries, have released a joint guidance highlighting the importance of a software bill of materials. The publication, titled “A Shared Vision of Software Bill of Materials (SBOM) for Cybersecurity,” urges software producers, procurers and operators to adopt SBOM practices to strengthen visibility into supply chains and reduce risks, NSA said Wednesday.
- [Trump Moves US Space Command HQ to Redstone Arsenal in Alabama](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/spacecom-relocate-colorado-alabama-trump): President Trump has announced that the U.S. Space Command will relocate from its current headquarters at Peterson Space Force Base in Colorado to the Army's Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, Alabama.
- [GSA, ServiceNow Partner on AI-Driven Government Modernization](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gsa-servicenow-partner-ai-modernization): The General Services Administration and ServiceNow have entered into a OneGov agreement to provide federal agencies access to an advanced artificial intelligence-driven modernization platform.
- [GAO Report Finds DOD Lacks Data to Assess Effectiveness of Other Transaction Agreements](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gao-report-dod-ota-prototype-production): The Department of Defense does not have the data that would enable decision-makers to determine if other transaction agreements, or OTAs, are working as intended, the Government Accountability Office revealed in a new report published Wednesday.
- [Pentagon’s Top Cyber Officials Step Down From Their Roles](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dod-cyber-officials-ashley-manning-resignation): Ashley Manning, principal deputy assistant secretary of defense for cyber policy, and Jonathan Owen, acting deputy assistant secretary of defense for homeland defense integration and defense support to civil authorities, have stepped down from their positions at the Department of Defense, The Hill reported Tuesday.
- [DARPA, New Mexico to Work on Quantum Frontier Project](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/darpa-qbi-new-mexico-quantum-frontier-project): The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency and the state of New Mexico’s Economic Development Department have signed an agreement to work on a project to advance quantum computing technology as part of the Quantum Benchmarking Initiative, or QBI.
- [Nicholas Andersen Named Executive Assistant Director for Cybersecurity at CISA](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nicholas-andersen-ead-cybersecurity-cisa): The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency has appointed Nicholas Andersen, a former Department of Energy cybersecurity executive, as executive assistant director for cybersecurity.
- [GSA Secures $3.1B OneGov Agreement With Microsoft to Accelerate AI Adoption](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gsa-3b-onegov-microsoft-cloud-ai-adoption): The U.S. General Services Administration announced a multibillion-dollar OneGov agreement with Microsoft, delivering steep discounts on Microsoft 365, Copilot, Azure Cloud Services and other technologies. The partnership is expected to generate $3.1 billion in savings for agencies in the first year, GSA said Tuesday.
- [GAO Finds Inadequate Training in VA’s Implementation of Category Management Approach to Acquisition](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gao-report-va-category-management-procurement): The Department of Veterans Affairs may not be getting the full benefits of a program meant for buying goods, such as medical and IT products, in bulk, said the Government Accountability Office.
- [Amazon Kuiper Joins TraCSS Pilot Program](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/amazon-kuiper-osc-tracss-pilot-program): The Office of Space Commerce has announced that Amazon Kuiper is the latest participant in its pilot program for the Traffic Coordination System for Space, or TraCSS.
- [HHS Deputy Secretary Jim O’Neill to Lead CDC as Acting Director](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/hhs-depsec-jim-oneill-acting-cdc-director-appointment): The White House on Thursday tapped Jim O’Neill, deputy secretary at the Department of Health and Human Services, to serve as acting director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, The Washington Post reported.
- [Oliver Wise Resigns as Commerce Department CDO, Acting Under Secretary](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/oliver-wise-commerce-cdo-under-secretary-resignation): Oliver Wise announced on LinkedIn Friday that he has stepped down as acting under secretary for economic affairs and chief data officer of the Department of Commerce. He officially departed the department on Aug. 30.
- [Army CIO Issues Guidance on AI Compliance With Records Management, FOIA](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/army-garciga-application-owners-ai-records-mgmt): Leonel Garciga, the U.S. Army’s chief information officer and a two-time Wash100 awardee, has signed a memorandum providing guidance for the service branch to ensure that artificial intelligence products used within the Army comply with records management, or RM, privacy protections and the Freedom of Information Act, or FOIA.
- [Army Unveils Data-Centric Transformation Plan for Future Warfare](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/army-jeth-rey-data-centric-c2-modernization): The Army is preparing to overhaul its command and control systems through a data-driven modernization effort aimed at ensuring warfighting superiority in future conflicts, Lt. Gen. Jeth Rey, deputy chief of staff, G-6, said during a conference in Augusta, Georgia.
- [A Better Vantage Point: How to Modernize Government Tech Decisions](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/vantage-shorepoint-ryan-mccullough-cyber): By Ryan McCullough, executive vice president and chief strategy officer at ShorePoint
- [DOD Seeks Prototype Proposals for Joint Directed Energy Consortium](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dod-rfp-joint-directed-energy-consortium): The Department of Defense, through the Washington Headquarters Services Acquisition Directorate, has issued a request for prototype proposals for the Joint Directed Energy Consortium, or JDEC.
- [Energy Department Awards $35M TCF Funding to 42 Projects](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/energy-department-tcf-climr-national-labs): The Department of Energy has announced the awarding of over $35 million in funding across 42 projects to support the development and commercialization of emerging energy technologies in artificial intelligence, grid security, nuclear energy and advanced manufacturing.
- [SpaceWERX Seeks Innovators for Hyperspace Challenge](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/spacewerx-innovator-hyperspace-challenge): The Air Force Research Laboratory's SpaceWERX, in collaboration with the U.S. Space Force Space Systems Command, has launched the Hyperspace Challenge 2025 program.
- [Hegseth Orders Formation of New Task Force to Accelerate C-sUAS Capability Delivery](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dod-jiatf-401-c-suas-hegseth-joint-interagency-task-force): Pete Hegseth, secretary of the Department of Defense and a 2025 Wash100 awardee, has issued a memorandum directing the secretary of the Army to establish the Joint Interagency Task Force 401, or JIATF 401, to accelerate the delivery of counter-small unmanned aircraft systems, or C-sUAS, to U.S. warfighters.
- [Army Issues Revised Acquisition Procedures Document](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/army-acquisition-procedures-aaf-acquisition-info): The Department of the Army has released its revised document on acquisition procedures.
- [GAO Calls on Treasury CIO to Address Unresolved Cyber, IT Management Recommendations](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gao-report-treasury-cio-cybersecurity-it): The Government Accountability Office is urging the Department of the Treasury’s Chief Information Officer Sam Corcos to address 21 open recommendations related to improving IT management and strengthening federal cybersecurity.
- [Sean Duffy, FAA Take Next Step in Hiring Prime Contractor for Air Traffic Control System](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dot-duffy-faa-prime-contractor-air-traffic-control): U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has revealed that the Federal Aviation Administration is moving forward with the process of hiring a prime integrator, which will lead the design and manage the creation of a new air traffic control system. The FAA said Thursday that companies can submit their proposals through a request for solutions on Sept. 1.
- [ACC-INSCOM Issues RFI for TROJAN NetOps 2 Contract](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/acc-inscom-rfi-trojan-netops-2-contract): The Army Contracting Command-Intelligence and Security Command has started seeking industry feedback to identify potential partners for the INSCOM G6/GISA TROJAN Network Operations Support Services – 2nd Iteration contract.
- [Los Alamos Venado Supercomputer Runs OpenAI’s AI Models](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/los-alamos-venado-supercomputer-openai-models): Los Alamos National Laboratory’s Venado supercomputer, the 19th-fastest supercomputer in the world, is now running OpenAI’s latest O-series reasoning models to enhance national security research.
- [NSF Expands National AI Infrastructure With New Data Systems, Research Datasets](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nsf-idss-nairr-ai-data-systems-development): The National Science Foundation announced two initiatives to expand national AI research infrastructure: the Integrated Data Systems and Services program to build and operate national-scale data systems, and the selection of 10 datasets for integration into the National Artificial Intelligence Research Resource Pilot. NSF said Thursday that the actions align with priorities in the White House AI Action Plan, focused on research infrastructure and high-value datasets.
- [NIST Issues Updated Security & Privacy Control Catalog](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nist-security-privacy-control-catalog-cybersecurity-eo): The National Institute of Standards and Technology has finalized changes to its catalog of security and privacy controls to help improve the security of software updates and patches.
- [Air Force Announces Collaborative Combat Aircraft Program Milestone](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/air-force-yfq-42a-cca-general-atomics): One of the Department of the Air Force's prototype platforms for the Collaborative Combat Aircraft, or CCA, program performed its inaugural flight at a test location in California as it transitions to the flight testing phase.
- [DCSA to Begin DISS Cloud Migration Under IT Modernization Strategy](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dcsa-diss-cloud-migration-it-strategy): The Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency is preparing to migrate the Defense Information System for Security to the cloud this weekend, a move that marks a significant milestone in its broader 2025–2030 Information Technology Strategic Plan.
- [NSA, Other Agencies Release Advisory Against China-Sponsored Cyberthreats](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nsa-agencies-china-cyberthreats-advisory): The National Security Agency and other U.S. and international agencies have issued a joint cybersecurity advisory to address evolving threats from the Chinese government.
- [CISA Launches Free Web Tool to Enhance Software Procurement Security](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/cisa-web-tool-software-procurement-security): The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency has introduced the Software Acquisition Guide: Supplier Response Web Tool, an interactive web tool aimed at enhancing secure software supply chain procurement.
- [DARPA Launches RoQS Program Phase 1 to Develop Quantum Sensing Tech for Defense Use](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/darpa-quantum-sensing-program-phase-1-launch): The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency has commenced phase one of the Robust Quantum Sensors, or RoQS, program to advance the development of quantum sensing technologies for defense applications.
- [Army Selects 3 Firms to Develop Infantry Support Vehicles Under OTA Contracts](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/army-ota-infantry-support-vehicles-contracts-autonomy): Three companies—Forterra, Overland AI and Scout AI—have secured other transaction authority agreements worth $15 million from the U.S. Army to test the conversion of infantry support vehicles, or ISVs, into autonomous vehicles. 
- [Emil Michael Named Acting DIU Director](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/emil-michael-diu-acting-director-appointment): Emil Michael, the Department of Defense's under secretary of defense for research and engineering—its unofficial chief technology officer—has taken on the role of acting director of the Defense Innovation Unit, Defense News reported Tuesday.
- [CISA Acting Director Swears In Brian Bonacci as Chief of Staff](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/cisa-swears-in-brian-bonacci-chief-of-staff): The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency has formally appointed Brian Bonacci as its new chief of staff. CISA Acting Director Madhu Gottumukkala swore Bonacci in during a ceremony attended by Bonacci’s family.
- [Deltek’s Kevin Plexico on AI’s Growing Role in Proposal Development](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/deltek-kevin-plexico-ai-proposal-development-ask-dela): Kevin Plexico, senior vice president of Information Solutions at Deltek and a six-time Wash100 awardee, said artificial intelligence is helping government contractors streamline proposal development processes.
- [DOD Terminates JCIDS to Advance Joint Requirements Process Reform](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dod-jcids-joint-requirements-process-reform): The Department of Defense has called for the “disestablishment” of the Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System, or JCIDS, as part of efforts to streamline acquisition and reform the joint requirements process, Breaking Defense reported Friday.
- [Michelle Miller Appointed Director of Contract Policy at DOD](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/michelle-miller-dod-contract-policy-dir-appointment): Michelle Miller has been appointed to the Senior Executive Service and named as the next director of contract policy in the Office of Defense Pricing, Contracting and Acquisition Policy at the Department of Defense. She will be handling all operations and activities of the DPCAP/CP Directorate, according to the memorandum issued by the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment on Tuesday.
- [Army Begins UAS Production Under Tranche 2 of Short-Range Reconnaissance Program](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/army-uas-tranche-2-srr-program-teal-drones): The U.S. Army has started production of the short-range reconnaissance, or SRR, drones as part of its effort to modernize its battlefield capabilities. 
- [CMS Launches AI Challenge to Address Medicare Fraud](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/cms-ai-challenge-medicare-fraud): The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has announced a research contest called the Crushing Fraud Chili Cook-Off Competition to address fraudulent activities within the Medicare program.
- [National Institutes of Health CIO Adele Merritt Resigns](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nih-cio-resignation-adele-merritt-jon-henke): Adele Merritt has stepped down as the National Institutes of Health’s chief information officer, Federal News Network reported Friday.
- [DSCA Names Manish Amin Deputy CIO for Data, Security & Technology](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/manish-amin-deputy-cio-dsca-data-security-tech-hire): Manish Amin has assumed the responsibilities of deputy chief information officer for data, security and technology at the Defense Security Cooperation Agency. The official confirmed his new role in a LinkedIn post Monday.
- [NGA Using Advanced Geospatial Intelligence for Border Protection](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nga-border-protection-geospatial-intelligence): The National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency is providing advanced geospatial intelligence support to the Department of Homeland Security and Department of Defense to enhance border security.
- [SBA Proposes Modification to Small Business Size Standards](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/sba-small-business-standards-modification): The Small Business Administration intends to modify its definition of monetary-based small business size across 263 industries. In a recent notice for proposed rule published on the Federal Register, the agency said the modification would cover 259 receipts-based and four assets-based small business standards.
- [NSF Funds Research Teams to Advance 5G, Nex-Gen Wireless Networks](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nsf-tip-research-breaking-low-wireless-networks-5g): The U.S. National Science Foundation's Directorate for Technology, Innovation and Partnerships has awarded more than $17 million to three research teams in grant funding over two years to improve 5G and next-generation wireless networks as part of its Breaking the Low Latency Barrier for Verticals in Next-G Wireless Networks program. The teams for the program, which is also known as NSF Breaking Low, will be composed of universities and technology companies, NSF said Monday.
- [GSA & FedRAMP Accelerate AI Cloud Services Authorization](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gsa-fedramp-ai-cloud-services-authorization): The  U.S. General Services Administration, in collaboration with the Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program, revealed a new initiative that prioritizes authorization of artificial intelligence-powered cloud services.
- [NASA, ResilienX Partner to Develop Advanced Air Mobility Preflight Planning Tools](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nasa-resilienx-partner-air-mobility-preflight-plan): NASA and ResilienX, an aviation safety company, have collaborated to develop new tools to enhance preflight planning and reduce safety risks for advanced air mobility, or AAM, aircraft.
- [Navy CIO Jane Rathbun to Retire](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/jane-rathbun-navy-cio-retirement): Nextgov/FCW reported Friday that Jane Rathbun, the Department of the Navy's chief information officer, is retiring after a more than three-decade career in national security.
- [David Cattler: DCSA Working With Industry, Academia to Counter Unauthorized Foreign Access](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dcsa-david-cattler-foci-dod-contract-insider-threat): David Cattler, director of the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency, said DCSA’s partnership with the Department of Defense, industry and academia helps ensure a trusted federal and industrial workforce and protect the country’s trusted workspaces.
- [CISA Seeks Feedback on Draft Software Bill of Materials Guidance](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/cisa-sbom-guidance-public-comment): The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency has released a draft of the updated Minimum Elements for a Software Bill of Materials, opening a public comment period as it works to strengthen transparency in the software supply chain.
- [Space Force Launches X-37B OTV-8 Mission](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/space-force-x-37b-otv-8-mission-launch): The U.S. Space Force, together with the Air Force Rapid Capabilities Office, launched the eighth X-37B Orbital Test Vehicle on board the USSF-36 SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket on Aug. 21 from Launch Complex 39A at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center, Florida. The launch was also conducted on behalf of the Air Force Research Laboratory and the Defense Innovation Unit, Space Systems Command said Friday.
- [Army Developing Modular EW Capability to Enhance Service-Wide Interoperability](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/army-modular-mission-payload-ew-kit-shaffer): The U.S. Army is developing a universal electronic warfare capability designed to be interoperable with any platform. Called the Modular Mission Payload, or MMP, the standardized EW kit can be integrated onto any system and will enable the introduction of updates and new technologies to existing capabilities.
- [DOE Forms Consortium to Boost Domestic Nuclear Fuel Supply](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/doe-consortium-domestic-nuclear-fuel-supply): The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Nuclear Energy has announced the formation of the Defense Production Act Consortium to bolster the nation’s nuclear fuel supply chain.
- [SpaceX Resupply Mission to Deliver New Experiments to ISS](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/spacex-dragon-33-resupply-mission-iss): The SpaceX Dragon spacecraft—carrying the SpaceX 33rd commercial resupply mission—launched on Sunday from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida, NASA announced.
- [New NATO Commercial Space Strategy Seeks Flexible Contracting, Financing Models](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nato-commercial-space-strategy-devin-pepper-govcon): NATO’s new Commercial Space Strategy is filled with provisions to make it easier for allied nations to do business with burgeoning space businesses and startups and tap their innovative capabilities.
- [Entegris to Drive Semiconductor Innovation Through $700M R&D Investment](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/entegris-research-development-manufacturing-investment-semiconductor): Entegris will invest $700 million in U.S. research and development projects over the next several years to advance semiconductor innovation.
- [Gen. Whiting: Enhancing Space Security Requires Greater International Cooperation](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/whiting-usspacecom-space-security-investment-allies): Gen. Stephen Whiting, commander of U.S. Space Command, highlighted the need for greater international cooperation to protect the space domain and urged partner countries to invest in space to improve space security and respond to emerging threats, USSPACECOM reported Thursday.
- [Joseph Francescon Appointed National Security Agency Deputy Director](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/joseph-francescon-nsa-deputy-director-hire): Joseph Francescon has been named the next deputy director and senior civilian leader of the National Security Agency. The NSA said Thursday that in his new role, Francescon will be managing strategy execution, creating policy and overseeing the senior civilian leadership. He will also help shape defense and intelligence policies as well as strengthen the NSA's role in protecting the U.S. from foreign threats.
- [NIST Releases Draft Guide to Help Organizations Address Emerging Cybersecurity Risks](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nist-csf-quick-start-draft-guide-feedback): The National Institute of Standards and Technology has released an initial public draft of a new quick-start guide for using the Cybersecurity Framework 2.0. NIST said the document provides organizations with practical steps to improve their management of emerging cybersecurity risks.