# Federal Agencies Advance Digital Modernization

The Federation of American Scientists is establishing an institute focused on federal data access, while a coalition is urging GSA to restore community oversight and accessibility safeguards for the U.S. Web Design System. Separately, the FAA is seeking an additional $30 billion for air traffic control and aviation infrastructure modernization, including automation and cloud capabilities. The funding request could create future procurement demand, but the signal identifies no solicitation or contract award.

- The FAA’s request points to potential opportunities in air traffic control automation, cloud computing, and aviation infrastructure; companies should distinguish this prospective demand from an active bid opportunity.
- Digital-service providers working with federal agencies should account for the coalition’s concerns about community oversight and accessibility in the USWDS as GSA’s approach is debated.
- The proposed investment and data-policy work highlight federal interest in digital modernization, but the signal provides no procurement timeline, contract vehicle, or solicitation details.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Information Technology, Transportation
**Topics:** Digital Infrastructure, Grants & Funding
**Published:** September 30, 2026

### Government Entities
- Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
- General Services Administration (GSA)
- U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT)
- U.S. Congress

### Sources
- [Driving federal data policy from the outside-in | FedScoop](https://fedscoop.com/radio/data-policy-is-critical-to-building-better-outcomes-for-the-american-people) - FedScoop