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JUST IN: The @USNavy plans to launch a new program office focused on #robotic and #autonomous systems, as part of a broader effort to modernize maritime capabilities and accelerate #drone acquisition.

#TechTonic, MeriTalk’s premier networking event, is back Sept. 18 🗓️ Connect with tech leaders + preview trends as FY25 concludes:

NEW: @RobWittman said Congress is increasingly likely to approve a short-term continuing resolution budget💰 agreement to keep the government funded past the end of the current fiscal year that ends on Sept. 30. #CR.

ICYMI: Stephen Ehikian – one of the driving forces behind implementing the @USGSA’s #OneGov initiative – has been named chief executive officer at @C3_AI.

RT @Claroty: Fed #OT security is gaining ground since 2024:. 🔐 Secure remote access up 15%.🔍 Continuous vulnerability assessments up 10%.📡….

The @HHSGov – spearheaded by @ACFHHS – is reviewing over 40 IT policies that it hopes to simplify to provide greater transparency to federal employees and the #acquisition community.

Data isn’t just numbers – it’s a mission multiplier. When agencies align #data strategies with outcomes, they deliver faster decisions, stronger oversight, and better citizen service. New @Maximus_news issue brief has more ➡️ #DataStrategy

#FedIT isn’t just returning to the office – it's rebuilding and modernizing for mission success. On September 16 in D.C., at @Cisco’s #FedForward, hear from federal leaders on the powerful intersection of compliance, cloud, and AI solutions. Register:

Leaders across government and industry are redefining how public service works in a #digital world. Be part of the conversation at @ACTIAC’s Digital Transformation Summit on September 17 in Reston VA. 🔗 Secure your spot today:

The House Homeland Security Committee voted today to forward to the full House with a positive recommendation✅ legislation that would extend the soon-to-expire #Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act of 2015. @RepGarbarino.

NEW: The @NSF is looking to open a National #ArtificialIntelligence Research Resource Operations Center. “The NAIRR Operating Center . marks a key step in the transition from the #NAIRR Pilot to building a sustainable and scalable NAIRR program.”⬇️.

The @USGSA said it reached a #OneGov agreement with @ServiceNow that will enable federal agencies to adopt #AI-powered IT service management solutions more easily and at a discounted rate.💰.

#Federal agencies are standing up #AIenvironments that move as fast as the mission – without compromising on compliance or control. Learn how →

NEW: The @CISAgov has appointed Nicholas Andersen as its new executive assistant director for #cybersecurity.

The @USGSA said today it reached an agreement with @Microsoft under the agency’s #OneGov program for a lengthy list of the company’s #cloud services.

NEW: President Trump submitted a pay plan to Congress that would give most federal employees a 1% pay raise in 2026, while some federal law enforcement employees would receive a 3.8% pay raise.💰 #PayRaise #FederalWorkforce.

👉 #TechTonic returns Sept. 18 in Washington, D.C. 🍸. Join MeriTalk’s bi-monthly networking event for a night of collaboration, celebration, and fun:

CIOs from @CISAgov and @FCC will explore #cloud, #AI, and compliance strategies to power the future at @Cisco’s #Fedforward on September 16 in Washington, D.C. Register:

Oliver Wise, the chief #data officer at @CommerceGov, announced that he is stepping down from that role. His last day is today.⬇️.