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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is FedRAMP 20x replacing the current Rev 5 agency authorization process?
What did the FedRAMP Authorization Act change?
What is OMB M-24-15 in plain English?
How should a CSP prepare for FedRAMP 20x style expectations?
Does this change how consultants and MSPs support FedRAMP work?
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