Welcome to the Fed Mission Success News Round Up brought to you by Makpar. Each week, we will provide a summary of actionable news and insights to help aid in overall mission success for Federal agency IT decision-makers and influencers.
White House Weighs Safety Reviews for Frontier AI Models
The White House is considering an executive order that would evaluate artificial intelligence (AI) models’ safety before they are released to the public, according to MeriTalk.
Trump Orders Big Change to Federal Contracting Structures
The White House wants to revamp federal contracting practices by making cost-reimbursement structures the exception, not the rule, per a recent executive order, according to FedScoop.
With AI Assist, CMS Has ‘Longer Leash’ to Fight Fraud Now, Official Says
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services is using artificial intelligence “every day” to flag suspicious claims, and has generally enjoyed a “much longer leash” to pursue fraud under the Trump administration, according to FedScoop.
GSA Weighs Cost Model for USAi Platform in 2027
The General Services Administration (GSA) is working with federal agencies to determine how to charge them for its USAi platform beginning in fiscal year 2027, as officials seek to understand the platform’s value and long-term support requirements, according to MeriTalk.
VA Still on Pace with EHR Deployment After Rollouts Earlier This Year, Officials Say
Almost a month after the Department of Veterans Affairs restarted deployments of its new electronic health record system at four Michigan-based medical facilities, ending a yearslong pause on the rollouts of updated software, the VA says the new EHR is working well, according to NextGov.
CISA Unveils CI Fortify to Help Secure Critical Infrastructure During Conflicts
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency recently announced the release of its CI Fortify project, aiming to help critical infrastructure owners and operators defend themselves against hackers and maintain continuity during a geopolitical conflict, according to NextGov.