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.
Trump White House Issues Internal Federal Guidance on AI Reporting
The Office of Management and Budget has issued its version of guidance on annual artificial intelligence use case reporting within agencies, outlining a similar process to the previous administration, albeit slimmer, according to FedScoop.
OPM Prepares for Overhaul of Federal Workforce Data Platform
FedScope, the government’s database of federal employment statistics, is on the verge of a major update, the Office of Personnel Management recently announced, according to Federal News Network.
Social Security Administration Makes Another DOGE Switch at CIO
The Social Security Administration has moved on to its third chief information officer of the Trump administration, tapping yet another individual with Department of Government Efficiency affiliations, according to FedScoop.
Senate Panel Advances Trump’s National Cyber Director Nominee
The Senate Homeland Security Committee advanced Sean Cairncross to be national cyber director under President Donald Trump in a recent 11-4 vote, bringing him one step closer to confirmation in the full Senate, according to NextGov.
Trump Nominates Ryan Cote to Serve as VA’s New IT Chief
President Donald Trump has nominated Ryan Cote to serve as the Department of Veterans Affairs’ new chief information officer and assistant secretary for information and technology, a move that could potentially bring a seasoned IT professional back into federal service, according to NextGov.
OPM Schedules Industry Engagement Event to Talk HR Modernization
The Office of Personnel Management, Office of Management and Budget, and General Services Administration are all involved in this discussion on how to get a new human resources system in place by the end of 2028, according to NextGov.
