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Top White House Tech Experts, Senators, and Agency Leaders Headline Policy Talks at CES 2026
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Dec. 10 -- The Consumer Technology Association issued the following news release on Dec. 9, 2025:
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Top White House Tech Experts, Senators, and Agency Leaders Headline Policy Talks at CES 2026
The Consumer Technology Association (CTA)(R) today announces new additions to a high-powered lineup of government speakers at CES(R) 2026, the world's most powerful tech event. Speakers include Presidential Science & Technology Advisor Michael Kratsios; U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen; Deputy Secretary of Health and Human Services Jim O'Neill; Under Secretary of State for Economic Affairs
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ARLINGTON, Virginia, Dec. 10 -- The Consumer Technology Association issued the following news release on Dec. 9, 2025:
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Top White House Tech Experts, Senators, and Agency Leaders Headline Policy Talks at CES 2026
The Consumer Technology Association (CTA)(R) today announces new additions to a high-powered lineup of government speakers at CES(R) 2026, the world's most powerful tech event. Speakers include Presidential Science & Technology Advisor Michael Kratsios; U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen; Deputy Secretary of Health and Human Services Jim O'Neill; Under Secretary of State for Economic AffairsJacob Helberg; Under Secretary for Science Dr. Dario Gil; Under Secretary of Commerce for International Trade William Kimmitt; U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Chair Andrew Ferguson; and U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chair Brendan Carr.
"We are thrilled to welcome these architects of U.S. technology policy and enforcement to CES 2026," said Gary Shapiro, CEO and Vice Chair, CTA. "Technology is the engine of the American economy, and these leaders recognize industry and government must work together to boost American innovation and competitiveness."
The President's Science & Technology Advisor Michael Kratsios will join CTA President Kinsey Fabrizio for a fireside chat on America's AI Future at the new CES Foundry on Wednesday, January 7 at 11:30 a.m. PST.
Senator Jacky Rosen will join other sitting U.S. Senators for a session on Friday, January 9, at 11:00 a.m. PST.
Deputy Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) Jim O'Neill will share Administration priorities to accelerate breakthroughs in digital health during "Innovating Health: Policy for a Tech-Driven Future" on Tuesday, January 6 at 2:20 p.m. PST.
Undersecretary of State for Economic Affairs Jacob Helberg will take the Great Minds stage to discuss how tech, security, and statecraft shape U.S. competitiveness amid global challenges, from AI and semiconductors to China, on Thursday, January 8 at 1:00 p.m. PST.
Under Secretary for Science and Genesis Mission Director Dr. Dario Gil will speak as part of CES policy programming about key technology research efforts at the U.S. Department of Energy.
Under Secretary of Commerce for International Trade William Kimmitt will speak on trade policy and U.S. global leadership.
FCC Chair Brendan Carr and FTC Chair Andrew Ferguson will participate in fireside chats with CTA CEO and Vice Chair Gary Shapiro on how their agencies are navigating the rapidly changing tech landscape as part of the "Conversation with a Commissioner" series, beginning Thursday, January 8 at 11:00 a.m. PST.
"CES is where the world comes to do business and define the future of technology," said Kinsey Fabrizio, President, CTA. "With policymakers from around the globe joining us in Las Vegas, the conversations at CES will set the innovation agenda for the year ahead."
Other senior U.S. federal officials slated to discuss tech policy at CES 2026 include:
* Anna Gomez, Commissioner, FCC
* Jonathan Morrison, Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety Agency (NHTSA)
* Conner Prochaska, Director, Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-E)
* Arielle Roth, Administrator, National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA)
* Dr. Michelle Tarver, Director of the Center for Devices and Radiological Health, U.S. Food and Drug Administration
* Olivia Trusty, Commissioner, FCC
These speakers join more than 175 international, federal, state, and local government officials and staff who will participate in the Leaders in Technology Program and attend the Innovation Policy Summit (IPS) at CES. These programs gather top innovators and policymakers to discuss the future of policy on a range of pressing technology and innovation issues, including artificial intelligence, autonomous driving, competition, cybersecurity, energy, health, quantum, trade, and more.
The conversations at CES 2026 will also animate conversations on global technology policy around the globe, with government leaders and attendees from 150 countries, regions, and territories in attendance. These international leaders include Ambassador Jovita Neliupsiene, Ambassador of the European Union to the United States; Johannes Bahrke, Digital Counselor, Delegation of the EU to the United States; Hyung Du Choi, Vice Chair of AI ICT Committee, National Assembly; Hubert Han, Counsellor (Digital), Embassy of Singapore; and Caitlin Higgins Ni Chinneide, Consul General, Consulate General of Ireland to the South Western United States.
View the IPS schedule here. Please note that the CES 2026 schedule is subject to change. Attendees can stay current by checking CES.tech and by downloading and checking the official CES 2026 app.
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About Consumer Technology Association (CTA)(R):
As North America's largest technology trade association, CTA is the tech sector. Our members are the world's leading innovators - from startups to global brands - helping support more than 18 million American jobs. CTA owns and produces CES(R) - the most powerful tech event in the world. Find us at CTA.tech. Follow us @CTAtech.
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Original text here: https://www.cta.tech/press-releases/top-white-house-tech-experts-senators-and-agency-leaders-headline-policy-talks-at-ces-2026
[Category: Electronic Products]
Stronger Together: How MHA Helps Missouri Hospitals Thrive And Improve Care
JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, Dec. 10 (TNSrpt) -- The Missouri Hospital Association posted the following news:
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Stronger Together: How MHA Helps Missouri Hospitals Thrive And Improve Care
MHA advanced public policy, supported workforce development and drove innovation in 2025
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Missouri's hospitals are the backbone of their communities, and the Missouri Hospital Association is proud to serve as a trusted partner to hospitals and health systems statewide.
From advancing public policy that supports hospitals' missions to creating learning opportunities to improve health and care, MHA remains
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JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, Dec. 10 (TNSrpt) -- The Missouri Hospital Association posted the following news:
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Stronger Together: How MHA Helps Missouri Hospitals Thrive And Improve Care
MHA advanced public policy, supported workforce development and drove innovation in 2025
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Missouri's hospitals are the backbone of their communities, and the Missouri Hospital Association is proud to serve as a trusted partner to hospitals and health systems statewide.
From advancing public policy that supports hospitals' missions to creating learning opportunities to improve health and care, MHA remainscommitted to developing an environment where hospitals thrive and deliver exceptional care.
Advocating for hospitals
In 2025, MHA continued working with state and federal lawmakers and agencies to support policies that strengthen hospitals and allow innovation while blocking or delaying harmful proposals.
At the state level, MHA's advocacy team supported prior authorization reform and budget initiatives and opposed attempts to undo 340B Drug Pricing Program contract pharmacy protections and other bills that would usher in emergency department staffing requirements. MHA partnered with hospital leaders to encourage and provide testimony on key legislation regarding these issues during the state legislative session. In addition, MHA was a tier-one stakeholder in Missouri's Rural Health Transformation Program grant application.
At the federal level, MHA staff and hospital leaders also advocated to extend key Medicare payments, delay cuts to Disproportionate Share Hospital program payments and increase the Medicare physician fee schedule. MHA coordinated two federal advocacy visits to Washington, D.C., and facilitated hospital visits with state lawmakers in 2025. Twenty state lawmakers visited eight hospitals and members of Missouri's congressional delegation also visited eight hospitals.
On the regulatory front, MHA's staff continue to remove roadblocks in physician credentialing and improve the state's Time Critical Diagnosis system. MHA and the Hospital Industry Data Institute are using data and stories to make the case for regulatory relief.
Delivering financial value
In 2025, MHA's advocacy efforts helped direct millions in funding to support Missouri's hospitals. Federal wage index work with hospital finance teams will increase Medicare payments in Missouri. State advocacy delivered provider tax relief, funds to offset some of the costs associated with behavioral health treatment and boarding, and workforce development. These efforts resulted in the following:
* n$151 million in wage index adjustments
* $25 million for inpatient psychiatric care
* $20 million of general revenue for the Federal Reimbursement Allowance (used to partially fund Missouri's Medicaid program)
* N$7.5 million for inpatient boarding (including funds for both behavioral health and developmental disabilities)
* $4 million for the Nursing Education Incentive Program (including general revenue and Board of Nursing funds)
Building a resilient workforce
Workforce development remains a top priority for MHA. In 2025, MHA established a broader vision for strategic workforce investments and programs built on these five pillars:
* workforce readiness and pipeline development
* empowering environment
* workplace safety
* leadership and professional development
* regulatory optimization
Thanks to the participation of Missouri's hospitals, MHA once again developed its annual workforce report.
The 2025 Health Care Career Day drew nearly 15,000 students and 580 counselors and educators who engaged with nine hospitals. MHA's Preceptor Academy and Clinical Faculty Academy, each held numerous times throughout the year, trained more than 600 participants.
Plus, 44 health care workers graduated from the 22nd Annual Health Care Leadership Series, and 200 individuals attended the Health Care Workforce Innovation Bi-State Summit, a partnership between the Missouri and Kansas hospital associations.
Educating and building trust
As public trust in institutions has declined, MHA is working hard to help policymakers and the public understand the importance of hospitals to their communities. In 2025, MHA launched a statewide #MoHospitalsCare storytelling campaign -- featuring 125 hospitals so far.
MHA also is improving transparency by moving community benefit, quality and pricing data to a new hub at MissouriHealthMatters.com, a centralized resource for advocacy and public engagement.
Improving maternal health
MHA leads the Missouri Perinatal Quality Collaborative to improve maternal health outcomes. Fifty-five hospital birthing teams have partnered with the MO PQC, which educated 637 stakeholders through in-person events in 2025.
MO PQC this year launched Ask Me 5 -- an initiative encouraging open patient-provider conversations. More than 90 providers have pledged to participate in this program.
Sharing knowledge and fostering innovation
Education and collaboration are core to MHA's mission. In 2025, MHA delivered educational programming to 7,219 hospital team members, including its Annual Convention, which brought together more than 680 attendees.
In addition, HIDI expanded its data capabilities to deliver member value by implementing new Patient Safety, MO PQC and Hospital Performance Insights dashboards.
HIDI also recently announced its partnership with Hyve Health for the Payer Performance Initiative and a pilot program for the Vitality Index Payer Scorecard, a real-time tool that benchmarks payer performance, identifies friction points and improves transparency in payer relationships. More than 15 hospitals have enrolled in this program.
Why membership matters
MHA is committed to helping hospitals achieve their current and future missions by ensuring our expertise, tools and leadership are focused on today's and tomorrow's challenges. Learn more about the value of MHA membership, and read MHA's 2025 membership impact report.
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About Missouri Hospital Association
The Missouri Hospital Association is a nonprofit association in Jefferson City that represents 136 Missouri hospitals. In addition to representation and advocacy on behalf of its membership, the association offers continuing education programs on current health care topics and seeks to educate the public about health care issues.
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REPORT: https://mhanet.imgix.net/fs_public/2025_WF_Report.pdf?dl
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Original text here: https://www.mohospitals.org/newsroom/stronger-together-how-mha-helps-missouri-hospitals-thrive-and-improve-care
[Category: Health Care]
NETWORK Attendees Help Raise More Than $20,000 For Operation Rise and Conquer
ITASCA, Illinois, Dec. 10 -- The American Supply Association issued the following news release:
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NETWORK Attendees Help Raise More Than $20,000 For Operation Rise and Conquer
NETWORK2025 attendees in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida last month helped longtime ASA partner Operation Rise & Conquer meet its $10,000 donor match that was issued at the association's national conference.
Development Director Allison Butcher reported more than $20,000 was raised for The Adaptive Sports Center's Operation Rise & Conquer program, which provides high-quality adventure activities for veterans, military service
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ITASCA, Illinois, Dec. 10 -- The American Supply Association issued the following news release:
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NETWORK Attendees Help Raise More Than $20,000 For Operation Rise and Conquer
NETWORK2025 attendees in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida last month helped longtime ASA partner Operation Rise & Conquer meet its $10,000 donor match that was issued at the association's national conference.
Development Director Allison Butcher reported more than $20,000 was raised for The Adaptive Sports Center's Operation Rise & Conquer program, which provides high-quality adventure activities for veterans, military servicepersonnel and first responders who have a disability.
Butcher noted this will help bring a group of 10 veterans out to Crested Butte, Colorado for a week of programming, including travel, lodging, meals and all activities.
During the annual member luncheon at NETWORK in Ft. Lauderdale, attendees heard from Retired Army Captain Jody Shiflett, who had a combat deployment to the Persian Gulf during operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm. Captain Shiflett was injured in an aerial resupply exercise. Since his injury, Captain Shiflett has been active with the Paralyzed Veterans of America and has competed nationally in a variety of wheelchair sports.
Over the last decade-plus ASA and its Emerging Leaders Division has enjoyed this important relationship with ASA-member companies donating hundreds of thousands of dollars to this critically important cause.
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Original text here: https://www.asa.net/News/ASA-News/network-attendees-help-raise-more-than-20000-for-operation-rise-and-conquer
[Category: Industrial Materials]
Deadline Extended to Submit Your PALTC26 Poster
COLUMBIA, Maryland, Dec. 10 -- Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medical Association issued the following news:
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Deadline Extended to Submit Your PALTC26 Poster
The Call for Posters for PALTC26 is now open through January 5! Created to provide high-quality, scientifically sound information that conference participants can immediately apply to their practices, the posters program has evolved to a digital format, and PALTmed extended the submission deadline this year to allow more students and fellows to participate. David Siskind, MD, CMD, vice chair of the Program Planning Workgroup, encourages
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COLUMBIA, Maryland, Dec. 10 -- Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medical Association issued the following news:
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Deadline Extended to Submit Your PALTC26 Poster
The Call for Posters for PALTC26 is now open through January 5! Created to provide high-quality, scientifically sound information that conference participants can immediately apply to their practices, the posters program has evolved to a digital format, and PALTmed extended the submission deadline this year to allow more students and fellows to participate. David Siskind, MD, CMD, vice chair of the Program Planning Workgroup, encouragesinterested parties to apply.
"The benefits of submitting a poster are twofold. The presenter interacts with colleagues who are interested in the topic of their presentation and who may offer additional insights into the subject matter and future directions for further work in the chosen area," he says. "The viewer learns about topics that they may not have been aware of or obtains additional information on areas of their concern."
PALTmed is accepting posters for the following categories:
* Case Studies/Report
* Education
* Quality Improvement
* Research
Because the posters will be presented in a digital format, submitters will upload the final digital version of their poster during the submission process. The top three finalists in each category will be invited to print their posters and hang them on a poster board in the Poster Finalists Area at the conference. Additionally, accepted submitters participating in the Futures Program will be invited to print their posters and display them on a poster board.
While all of the categories are important, Dr. Siskind wants to call particular attention to the research category. As he explains, "Research in the post-acute and long-term care space is insufficient, and we are often left without scientific evidence or best practices to support our care decisions."
What makes a successful poster submission? According to Dr. Siskind, being clear and concise is key. "I personally find that posters that attempt to capture too much information are difficult to review," he says. "Ideally a poster should spark a conversation between the presenter and viewer to delve into the subject matter in more detail."
Dr. Siskind and the other workgroup members look forward to reviewing all the poster submissions. Still, they are particularly excited to see those from first-time presenters who are trying to get their foot in the door at PALTC26, the premier event for post-acute and long-term care medicine.
"Submitting a poster is a great experience. It's a good way to dip your toes into presenting your hard work at conferences and is often a springboard for an abstract and other information required for article submission or live conference presentations," Dr. Siskind notes.
If you have questions about the process, you can send an email to education@paltmed.org. Another option is to reach out to a colleague who's already an experienced poster presenter.
Either way, please review the instructions on how to submit your poster now. Don't forget, the submission deadline is January 5.
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Original text here: https://paltmed.org/news-media/deadline-extended-submit-your-paltc26-poster
[Category: Medical]
CDC Must Reaffirm Importance of Hepatitis B Birth Dose
BETHESDA, Maryland, Dec. 10 -- The American Gastroenterological Association issued the following news:
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CDC must reaffirm importance of hepatitis B birth dose
The universal birth dose vaccination saves lives, prevents chronic liver disease and liver cancer, and strengthens the nation's public health infrastructure.
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AGA, ACG, and ASGE, along with IDSA and NAPSGHAN, are undersigned partner organizations on an AASLD statement, sharing our alarm at the 8-3 vote by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) to abandon the recommendation to initiate universal hepatitis B vaccination
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BETHESDA, Maryland, Dec. 10 -- The American Gastroenterological Association issued the following news:
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CDC must reaffirm importance of hepatitis B birth dose
The universal birth dose vaccination saves lives, prevents chronic liver disease and liver cancer, and strengthens the nation's public health infrastructure.
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AGA, ACG, and ASGE, along with IDSA and NAPSGHAN, are undersigned partner organizations on an AASLD statement, sharing our alarm at the 8-3 vote by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) to abandon the recommendation to initiate universal hepatitis B vaccinationimmediately after birth.
We continue to strongly recommend that the hepatitis B vaccine be administered at birth to all infants as part of the validated three dose schedule rather than delaying the first dose to two months for confirmed hepatitis B negative mothers and for the full vaccination series to be administered to all infants.
We urge the CDC to reconsider this decision and reaffirm the universal birth dose as an essential component of comprehensive hepatitis B prevention. The evidence is unequivocal: universal birth dose vaccination saves lives, prevents chronic liver disease and liver cancer, and strengthens the nation's public health infrastructure.
We also call on the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to ensure that coverage for the birth dose without cost sharing remains in place and that states take steps to ensure access for all who choose the vaccine.
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Original text here: https://gastro.org/news/cdc-must-reaffirm-importance-of-hepatitis-b-birth-dose/
[Category: Medical]
Air Transat Pilot Leaders Approve Tentative Agreement for Pilot Ratification Vote
MCLEAN, Virginia, Dec. 10 -- The Air Line Pilots Association International issued the following news release on Dec. 9, 2025:
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Air Transat Pilot Leaders Approve Tentative Agreement for Pilot Ratification Vote
Montreal, QC.--Today, Air Transat pilot leaders, represented by the Air Line Pilots Association, Int'l (ALPA), voted to approve a Tentative Agreement for pilot ratification. Following more than 11 months of intensive negotiations, the agreement delivers a modern contract that recognizes the professional contributions of Air Transat pilots. The more than 750 Air Transat pilots will
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MCLEAN, Virginia, Dec. 10 -- The Air Line Pilots Association International issued the following news release on Dec. 9, 2025:
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Air Transat Pilot Leaders Approve Tentative Agreement for Pilot Ratification Vote
Montreal, QC.--Today, Air Transat pilot leaders, represented by the Air Line Pilots Association, Int'l (ALPA), voted to approve a Tentative Agreement for pilot ratification. Following more than 11 months of intensive negotiations, the agreement delivers a modern contract that recognizes the professional contributions of Air Transat pilots. The more than 750 Air Transat pilots willvote on the comprehensive agreement in the coming days.
"Our pilots have been frustrated flying under a decade-old, outdated collective agreement. This was compounded by months of stall tactics by Air Transat management during our nearly year-long negotiation," said Capt. Bradley Small, chair of the Air Transat ALPA Master Executive Council (MEC). "That is why we are pleased to announce that our unity and resolve finally brought Air Transat management to the bargaining table to negotiate in a meaningful way, resulting in a Tentative Agreement."
For the past decade, Air Transat pilots provided stability and growth for the airline through repeated sacrifices to career growth, quality of life provisions, and compensation. Air Transat pilot leaders believe this contract goes a long way toward recognizing today's aviation industry standards and delivers on the goals of better job security, enhanced compensation, and more flexible schedules to allow for a better work-life balance.
"Our current pilot contract lags significantly behind industry standards in Canada and North America," continued Capt. Small. "We believe this new agreement meets the needs of today's profession, consistent with collective agreements other ALPA-represented pilot groups are signing with their employers."
If ratified, the Air Transat pilots will send a strong message that they continue to remain committed to being a major contributor to Air Transat's success and will play a vital role in helping the company recognize its growth strategy.
Founded in 1931, ALPA is the largest airline pilot union in the world and represents more than 80,000 pilots at 42 U.S. and Canadian airlines. Visit ALPA.org or follow us on Twitter @ALPAPilots.
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Original text here: https://www.alpa.org/Press-Room/2025/12/Air-Transat-Pilot-Leaders-Approve-Tentative-Agreement-for-Pilot-Ratification-Vote
[Category: Transportation]
AUVSI Enhances Green UAS Program With New Tiers Aligned With Federal Push for Trusted, NDAA-Compliant U.S. Drone Systems
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Dec. 10 -- The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International issued the following news release on Dec. 9, 2025:
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AUVSI Enhances Green UAS Program With New Tiers Aligned With Federal Push for Trusted, NDAA-Compliant U.S. Drone Systems
The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) today announced the evolution of its Green UAS program with two new designations, Green UAS Cleared and Green UAS Certified, streamlining established scalable pathways for U.S. drone manufacturers and government agencies to meet trusted-system and NDAA-aligned sourcing
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ARLINGTON, Virginia, Dec. 10 -- The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International issued the following news release on Dec. 9, 2025:
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AUVSI Enhances Green UAS Program With New Tiers Aligned With Federal Push for Trusted, NDAA-Compliant U.S. Drone Systems
The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) today announced the evolution of its Green UAS program with two new designations, Green UAS Cleared and Green UAS Certified, streamlining established scalable pathways for U.S. drone manufacturers and government agencies to meet trusted-system and NDAA-aligned sourcingexpectations.
The announcement follows a week of major federal developments. Operational responsibility for the Blue UAS Cleared List officially transitioned from the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) to the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA), strengthening long-term oversight and scalability. Separately, the Department of War (DoW) unveiled its "Drone Dominance" initiative, signaling a government-wide push to accelerate procurement of U.S.-made drones, modernize acquisition processes, and reinforce supply-chain assurance.
Together, these shifts underscore an urgent need: fast, reliable, repeatable verification of NDAA-aligned components and trusted sourcing at the speed of relevance.
A Tiered Structure Designed for Today's Acquisition Environment
AUVSI's Green UAS program now includes:
Green UAS Cleared
A rapid-turn vetting pathway built for accelerated procurement timelines and designed to provide a direct, streamlined on-ramp into the Blue UAS process. This tier focuses on high-impact risk indicators, including component provenance, foreign ownership and control, and cybersecurity posture.
Green UAS Certified
A full-scope, comprehensive certification providing deeper assurance through expanded cybersecurity evaluation and enhanced operational-use-case vetting; including deeper assessments of remote operations and connectivity. This tier is designed for organizations requiring elevated security for connected missions such as critical infrastructure inspection, first responder operations, and other sensitive environments.
Originally designed as a non-duplicative, industry-led solution for commercial and civil operators, the Green UAS program now aligns with federal expectations and supports broader adoption across defense, public safety, state agencies, and critical-infrastructure environments; Green UAS provides a clear path to achieve Blue UAS Cleared certification.
Altana Partnership Powers Advanced Supply-Chain Intelligence
AUVSI has partnered with Altana, the network for trusted trade, whose AI-powered platform illuminates multi-tier value chains--from raw material origins to finished products--which provides unprecedented visibility into complex supplier networks, identifies hidden risk pathways, and surfaces insights essential for NDAA compliance.
Altana's capabilities enable the Green UAS program to:
* Detect risk patterns earlier in the vetting process
* Conduct high-resolution, multi-tier component and supplier lineage mapping
* Provide manufacturers and government buyers with evidence-based sourcing assurance
"Altana's platform brings unprecedented clarity to global supplier networks," said Casie Ocana, Vice President of Public Affairs at AUVSI. "This partnership ensures the Green UAS program delivers the transparency, speed, and analytical depth the market and federal agencies now require."
Federal Momentum Underscores Demand for Trusted U.S. Systems
Recent federal actions underscore the scale and urgency behind strengthening domestic drone manufacturing, trusted sourcing, and the infrastructure needed to support rapid procurement:
* The Drone Dominance Program represents a sweeping, high-investment initiative to dramatically expand U.S. drone production capacity, including plans for $1 billion in fixed-price orders over the next two years to accelerate delivery of small unmanned aircraft systems.
* Through a multi-phase competitive "Gauntlet" process, the Department aims to procure tens of thousands of drones by mid-2026 and more than 200,000 drones by 2027, with potential continuity into 2028.
* The program emphasizes low-cost, supply-chain-secure, U.S.-made drones, reinforcing industrial-base resilience and warfighter readiness.
* And critically, the transition of the Blue UAS Cleared List from DIU to the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) signals the need for greater scale, institutional capacity, and broader access -- placing trusted-system oversight within an agency built for acquisition governance and scalable sustainment.
As these federal initiatives have advanced, AUVSI has played a central role in helping shape the Drone Dominance Program, advising on industry capacity, supply-chain assurance, and the need for clear, repeatable, and scalable verification pathways. AUVSI's engagement with manufacturers and government stakeholders has helped ensure that trusted-system expectations are aligned with what the market can deliver at speed and at scale.
"By combining fast, pay-on-delivery contracts with a competitive, merit-based evaluation process, the Drone Dominance Program gives U.S. innovators real opportunities to scale production, reinforce supply-chain security, and accelerate delivery of trusted, American-made drone systems," said Michael Robbins, AUVSI President & CEO.
These developments with accelerated procurement, strengthened oversight under DCMA, and unprecedented investment in domestic production, align directly with the expanded structure of the Green UAS program, underscoring its relevance and timeliness in supporting the nation's trusted-system needs.
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About AUVSI
The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) is the world's largest nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing uncrewed systems, robotics, and autonomy. AUVSI represents organizations and professionals from more than 60 countries across industry, government, and academia. Learn more at AUVSI.org and Green UAS - AUVSI.
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Original text here: https://www.auvsi.org/news/auvsi-enhances-green-uas-program-with-new-tiers-aligned-with-federal-push-for-trusted-ndaa-compliant-u-s-drone-systems/
[Category: National Defense]
