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FedRAMP 20x + Authorization Act Updates: What Changed and What CSPs Should Do Next

Q: What is FedRAMP 20x, how does the FedRAMP Authorization Act affect me, and what should I do next?

TL;DR: FedRAMP is being modernized by law and by OMB direction. FedRAMP 20x shifts the program toward a more cloud-native, automation-friendly approach while still keeping today’s Rev 5 agency authorization path alive. The smartest move is to build repeatable, auditable evidence collection and control narratives that are easier to reuse and maintain.

admin@fedrampgpt.com December 14, 2025 10 min read 88 views

Frequently Asked Questions

Is FedRAMP 20x replacing the current Rev 5 agency authorization process?

No. The traditional Rev 5 agency authorization path is still the standard path today, while 20x is being piloted and evolved in public.

What did the FedRAMP Authorization Act change?

It codified FedRAMP in law, established the FedRAMP Board, and directed OMB/GSA to modernize and standardize how agencies use FedRAMP.

What is OMB M-24-15 in plain English?

It’s OMB guidance pushing FedRAMP toward a more efficient, consistent, and modern authorization model across agencies.

How should a CSP prepare for FedRAMP 20x style expectations?

Invest in automation-friendly evidence collection, clean control narratives tied to real implementation, and a maintainable continuous monitoring approach.

Does this change how consultants and MSPs support FedRAMP work?

Yes—there’s more value in building repeatable evidence pipelines, OSCAL-ready documentation practices, and engineering-aligned compliance operations.

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