Proposed Rules for Secure Department of Defense Collaboration Software

The Frame

What this does

This amendment would require the Department of Defense to transition to standardized, encrypted collaboration software by 2030, impacting how DoD employees communicate and how the agency procures software from private vendors.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Department of Defense employees

Employees will be required to use collaboration tools that meet new interoperability and encryption standards.

Software vendors

Companies providing collaboration software to the DoD must demonstrate compliance with new standards to remain eligible for procurement.

Congressional defense committees

These committees will receive reports on compliance waivers and the results of cybersecurity reviews.

What changed

Last recorded activity June 24, 2026.

What's next

Next step not available in the current record.

Summary

Senate Amendment 6337 mandates that the Department of Defense (DoD) establish and adopt standardized, secure, and interoperable technology for internal collaboration tools like video calling and messaging. The proposal requires these tools to use and meet specific cybersecurity standards to protect against surveillance and data breaches.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does this apply to my personal email or phone?

No. The amendment specifically exempts email and voice services as defined by existing law, and it only applies to collaboration technology used within the Department of Defense.

What happens if a software tool doesn't meet these new standards?

After a four-year transition period, the Department of Defense will be prohibited from procuring software that is not 'standards-compatible,' unless a specific waiver or certification is issued by the Chief Information Officer.

Will this affect the security of my communications?

The amendment mandates for primary collaboration features to ensure that data remains secure even if a is compromised.

Why It Matters

This amendment would require the Department of Defense to transition to standardized, encrypted collaboration software by 2030, impacting how DoD employees communicate and how the agency procures software from private vendors.

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Mandatory Encryption and Interoperability

The amendment marks a shift toward requiring end-to-end encryption by default for all primary DoD collaboration tools, with strict documentation requirements for any exceptions.

Department of Defense

Connected Entities

organizationDepartment of Defense“The federal agency responsible for implementing the proposed collaboration stand”Map →

personChief Information Officer“The official tasked with identifying standards and overseeing compliance.”Map →

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

personMs. Lummis“U.S. Senator who co-sponsored the amendment.”Map →

Sources

Open source document

www.govinfo.gov

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