Proposed Changes to Federal Acquisition Security Council

The Frame

What this does

This amendment changes how federal agencies identify and block the purchase of technology from foreign-controlled sources, potentially impacting federal contractors and the types of equipment agencies can acquire.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Federal contractors

Contractors may face exclusion from federal procurement if they use technology or sources designated as high-risk by the Council.

Executive agencies

Agencies must comply with Council orders to remove covered articles from their information systems and provide requested information to the Council.

What changed

Last recorded activity June 24, 2026.

What's next

Next step not available in the current record.

Summary

This amendment proposes significant updates to the Federal Acquisition Security Council (FASC) to strengthen oversight of federal supply chains and technology procurement. It establishes a new Program Office, expands the Council's membership, and creates formal processes for identifying and excluding high-risk technology sources linked to foreign adversaries.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a 'source of concern' under this amendment?

A source of concern is an entity subject to the control of a foreign adversary, or one that poses a national security risk due to ties with foreign military, intelligence, or internal security forces.

Does this affect private companies?

Yes, if a company is designated as a 'source of concern,' it may be excluded from federal procurement actions, and its products may be removed from federal information systems.

What kind of technology is specifically targeted?

The amendment specifically highlights 's,' which includes operational technology and 'statutorily designated covered articles' like unmanned ground vehicles, humanoid robots, and autonomous patrol technologies.

Why It Matters

This amendment changes how federal agencies identify and block the purchase of technology from foreign-controlled sources, potentially impacting federal contractors and the types of equipment agencies can acquire.

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Centralization of Supply Chain Oversight

The amendment shifts the FASC from an advisory-heavy body to one with a dedicated Program Office within the Executive Office of the President, signaling a move toward more centralized, active enforcement of supply chain security.

Federal Acquisition Security Council Federal Acquisition Security Council Program Office

Connected Entities

organizationFederal Acquisition Security Council“The primary body responsible for supply chain risk management.”Map →

organizationFederal Acquisition Security Council Program Office“A new office proposed to be established within the Executive Office of the Presi”Map →

personMr. Peters“U.S. Senator who submitted the amendment.”Map →

personMr. Rounds“U.S. Senator who co-sponsored the amendment.”Map →

Sources

Open source document

www.govinfo.gov

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