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CMS Guide to Federal Laws, Regulations, and Policies

A comprehensive list of the federal laws, regulations, and policies that shape how information security and privacy are managed at CMS

Last reviewed: 2/16/2024

Contact: CISO Team | CISO@cms.hhs.gov

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There are federal laws, regulations, and policies outside of CMS that shape how security and privacy is managed inside CMS. This page contains a comprehensive list of these external requirements, and shows how they relate to the security and privacy policies and guidance at CMS.

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The laws, regulations, standards, and guidelines provided herein are considered a work in progress and are subject to continuous updates. While we strive to ensure the accuracy and relevance of the information presented, it is important to note that legislative changes, regulatory updates, or evolving standards may impact the content provided. Users are encouraged to regularly check for the latest revisions and consult official sources to ensure compliance with the most current legal and regulatory requirements. The information offered is intended for general informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice. Any reliance on the content provided is at the user's own risk. We reserve the right to modify, amend, or update the information without prior notice.

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Federal Laws

Laws are passed by both branches of Congress and signed by the President. Laws establish requirements or prohibitions. This list contains all federal laws that relate to information security and privacy at CMS.

FISMA

Title: Federal Information Security Modernization Act of 2014 (FISMA 2014)

Description: Federal legislation that defines a framework of guidelines and security standards to protect government information and operations

Date released: Dec 2014

Oversight responsibility: Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

Notes: FISMA 2014 amends the FISMA of 2002

The Privacy Act of 1974

Title: The Privacy Act of 1974

Description: Establishes a code of fair information practices that governs the collection, maintenance, use, and dissemination of information about individuals that is maintained in systems of records by federal agencies

Date released: Sep 1975

Oversight responsibility: Office of Management and Budget (OMB)

Notes:

HIPAA

Title: Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) of 1996

Description: Federal law that requires the creation of national standards to protect sensitive patient health information from being disclosed without the patient’s consent or knowledge

Date released: Aug 1996

Oversight responsibility: Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)

Notes: HHS issued the Privacy Rule and the Security Rule to implement the requirement of HIPAA

E-Government Act

Title: E-Government Act of 2002

Description: Improves the management of Federal e-government services and processes involving the collection, maintenance, or dissemination of public or personal information

Date released: Dec 2002

Oversight responsibility: Office of Management and Budget (OMB)

Notes: Section 208 requires Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs)

FedRAMP

Title: Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP)

Description: A government-wide program that promotes the adoption of secure cloud services across the federal government by providing a standardized approach to security and risk assessment for cloud technologies and federal agencies

Date released: 2011

Oversight responsibility: 

  • Joint Authorization Board (JAB)
  • Department of Defense (DoD)
  • Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
  • General Services Administration (GSA)

Notes: 

Computer Matching and Privacy Protection Act of 1988

Title: Computer Matching and Privacy Protection Act of 1988

Description: Requires agencies engaged in computer matching activities to provide notice to individuals if their information is being disclosed to other federal and state agencies

Date released: Sep 1988

Oversight responsibility: 

  • Office of Management and Budget (OMB)
  • Government Accountability Office (GAO)

Notes:

Section 508

Title: Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act

Description: A federal law that requires agencies to provide individuals with disabilities equal access to electronic information and data comparable to those who do not have disabilities, unless an undue burden would be imposed on the agency

Date released: 1988

Oversight responsibility: 

  • Office of Management and Budget (OMB)
  • U.S. Access Board
  • General Services Administration (GSA)

Notes: Amended in 2000

HSPD-12

Title: Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12)

Description: A Government-wide standard for a secure and reliable form of identification issued by the Federal government to its employees and employees of Federal contractors for access to Federally-controlled facilities and Government information systems

Date released: Aug 2004

Oversight responsibility: Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

Notes: 

FASCSA

Title: Federal Acquisition Supply Chain Security Act (FASCSA) of 2018

Description: To establish a Federal Acquisition Security Council and to provide executive agencies with authorities relating to mitigating supply chain risks in the procurement of information technology, and for other purposes

Date released: Dec 2018

Oversight responsibility: Government Accountability Office (GAO)

Notes: 

FITARA

Title: Federal Information Technology Acquisition Reform Act (FITARA) of 2014

Description: Strengthens the role of agency Chief Information Officers (CIOs) and provided greater accountability for the delivery of IT capabilities across the Federal Government

Date released: Dec 2014

Oversight responsibility: Office of Management and Budget (OMB)

Notes: OMB M-15-14 implements

MMA of 2003

Title: Medicare Prescription Drug, Improvement, and Modernization Act (MMA) of 2003

Description: Amended section 1144 of the Social Security Act to require the Commissioner of Social Security to conduct additional outreach efforts to identify individuals entitled to benefits, or enrolled under the Medicare program under Title XVIII, who may be eligible for transitional assistance under the Medicare Prescription Drug Discount Card Program and premium and cost-sharing subsidies under the Prescription Drug Card Part D Program

Date released: Dec 2003

Oversight responsibility: Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) - Centers for MEDICARE & MEDICAID Services (CMS)

Notes: 

Buy America Act

Title: Buy America Act

Description: Requires Federal agencies to procure domestic materials and products

Date released: Apr 1978

Oversight responsibility: Government Accountability Office (GAO)

Notes: 

No TikTok on Government Devices Act

Title: No TikTok on Government Devices Act

Description: Requires the social media video application TikTok to be removed from the information technology of federal agencies

Date released: Dec 2022

Oversight responsibility: Office of Management and Budget (OMB)

Notes: 

FOIA

Title: Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)

Description: Provides that any person has the right to request access to federal agency records or information except to the extent the records are protected from disclosure by any of nine exemptions contained in the law or by one of three special law enforcement record exclusions

Date released: Jul 1967

Oversight responsibility: Department of Justice (DOJ)

Notes: 

IG Act of 1978

Title: Inspectors General Act (IG Act) of 1978

Description: Creates Inspector General positions and offices in more than a dozen specific departments and agencies. The Act gave these inspectors general the authority to review the internal documents of their departments or offices. They were given responsibility to investigate fraud, to give policy advice (5 U.S.C. § 404; IG Act, sec. 4), to handle certain complaints by employees, and to report to the heads of their agencies and to Congress on their activities every six months

Date released: Oct 1978

Oversight responsibility: Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

Notes: 

DOTGOV Act of 2020

Title: DOTGOV Online Trust in Government Act of 2020

Description: Transfers the DotGov internet domain program, as operated by the General Services Administration under title 41, Code of Federal Regulations, to DHS CISA. The Act also orders that on the date CISA begins operational administration of the DotGov internet domain program, the GSA Administrator shall rescind the requirements in part 102–173 of title 41, Code of Federal Regulations applicable to any Federal, State, local, or territorial government entity, or other publicly controlled entity, including any Tribal government recognized by the Federal Government or a State government that is registering or operating a DotGov internet domain. Finally, the DOTGOV orders that in place of the requirements in part 102–173 of title 41, Code of Federal Regulations, CISA, in consultation with the Director of Management and Budget (OMB), shall establish and publish a new set of requirements for the registration and operation of DotGov domains.

Date released: Dec 2020

Oversight responsibility: Department of Homeland Security (DHS) - Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)

Notes: Part of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021

Government Performance and Results Act (GPRA) of 1993

Title: Government Performance and Results Act (GPRA) of 1993

Description: Requires federal agencies to prepare a strategic plan covering a multiyear period and requires each agency to submit an annual performance plan and an annual performance report.

Date released: Aug 1993

Oversight responsibility: Office of Management and Budget (OMB)

Notes: 

Federal Acquisition Streamlining Act (FASA) of 1994

Title: Federal Acquisition Streamlining Act (FASA) of 1994

Description: Streamlines the federal government’s acquisition system and dramatically changes the way the government performs its contracting functions. Generally, the statute seeks to: (1) increase the government’s reliance on commercial goods and services; (2) streamline the procurement process for high – volume, low – value acquisitions; (3) improve access by small businesses to government contracting opportunities; (4) improve the bid protest process; and (5) extend the Truth in Negotiations Act to civilian agencies and raise the threshold for submitting certified cost or pricing data under that Act.

Date released: Oct 1994

Oversight responsibility: Office of Management and Budget (OMB)

Notes: 

Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995

Title: Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) of 1995

Description: Requires that agencies obtain Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval before requesting most types of information from the public. “Information collections” include forms, interviews, and record keeping, to name a few categories.

Date released: May 1995

Oversight responsibility: Office of Management and Budget (OMB)

Notes: 

Federal Financial Management Improvement Act of 1996

Title: Federal Financial Management Improvement Act of 1996

Description: Advances Federal financial management by ensuring that Federal financial management systems provide accurate, reliable, and timely financial management information to the government’s managers.

Date released: Sep 1996

Oversight responsibility: Office of Management and Budget (OMB)

Notes:

Clinger-Cohen Act of 1996

Title: Clinger-Cohen Act of 1996

Description: The IT Management Reform Act (ITMRA) and the Federal Acquisition Reform Act (FARA) together make up the Clinger-Cohen Act

Date released: Feb 1996

Oversight responsibility: Office of Management and Budget (OMB)

Notes:

Federal Records Act (FRA) (Records Management Act of 1950)

Title: Records Management Act of 1950 / Federal Records Act (FRA)

Description: Designed to ensure that institutional records of vital historical, fiscal and legal value are identified and preserved by the government, providing the public with a historical record of federal; decision-making.

Date released: Jul 1950

Oversight responsibility: National Archives and Records Administration (NARA)

Notes:

Section 889(a)(1)(B) of the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA)

Title: Section 889(a)(1)(B) of the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA)

Description: Prohibits the Federal Government from procuring or obtaining, or extending or renewing a contract to procure or obtain “any equipment, system, or service that uses covered telecommunications equipment or services as a substantial or essential component of any system, or as critical technology as part of any system,” on or after August 13, 2019, unless an exception applies or a waiver is granted.

Date released: Jul 2020

Oversight responsibility: 

  • Department of Defense (DoD)
  • National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
  • General Services Administration (GSA)

Notes:

FITARA Enhancement Act of 2017

Title: FITARA Enhancement Act of 2017

Description: An act to amend title 40, United States Code, to eliminate the sunset of certain provisions relating to information technology, to amend the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 to extend the sunset relating to the Federal Data Center Consolidation Initiative, and for other purposes.

Date released: Nov 2017

Oversight responsibility: Office of Management and Budget (OMB)

Notes:

Making Electronic Government Accountable by Yielding Tangible Efficiencies (MEGABYTE) Act of 2016

Title: Making Electronic Government Accountable by Yielding Tangible Efficiencies (MEGABYTE) Act of 2016

Description: Requires the Director of the Office of Management and Budget to issue a directive on the management of software licenses by the US federal government.

Date released: Jul 2016

Oversight responsibility: Office of Management and Budget (OMB)

Notes:

Strengthening and Enhancing Cyber-capabilities by Utilizing Risk Exposure (SECURE) Technology Act

Title: Strengthening and Enhancing Cyber-capabilities by Utilizing Risk Exposure (SECURE) Technology Act

Description: Requires the Secretary of Homeland Security to establish a security vulnerability disclosure policy, to establish a bug bounty program for the Department of Homeland Security, to amend title 41, United States Code, to provide for Federal acquisition supply chain security, and for other purposes.

Date released: Dec 2018

Oversight responsibility: Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

Notes:

Communications Act of 1934

Title: Communications Act of 1934

Description: Combined and organized federal regulation of telephone, telegraph, and radio communications. The Act created the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to oversee and regulate these industries. The Act is updated periodically to add provisions governing new communications technologies, such as broadcast, cable and satellite television.

Date released: Jun 1934

Oversight responsibility: Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

Notes:

Workforce Innovation and Opportunities Act

Title: Workforce Innovation and Opportunities Act

Description: Designed to strengthen and improve our nation's public workforce system and help get Americans, including youth and those with significant barriers to employment, into high-quality jobs and careers and help employers hire and retain skilled workers.

Date released: Jul 2014

Oversight responsibility: 

  • Department of Labor (DOL)
  • Department of Education (ED)
  • Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)

Notes:

Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) of 1998

Title: Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) of 1998

Description: Imposes certain requirements on operators of websites or online services directed to children under 13 years of age, and on operators of other websites or online services that have actual knowledge that they are collecting personal information online from a child under 13 years of age.

Date released: Apr 2020

Oversight responsibility: Federal Trade Commission (FTC)

Notes:

Government Paperwork Elimination Act of 1998

Title: Government Paperwork Elimination Act of 1998

Description: It requires Federal agencies, by October 21, 2003, to provide individuals or entities that deal with agencies the option to submit information or transact with the agency electronically, and to maintain records electronically, when practicable.

Date released: Oct 1998

Oversight responsibility: Office of Management and Budget (OMB)

Notes:

Federal Property and Administrative Services Act of 1949

Title: Federal Property and Administrative Services Act of 1949

Description: Establishes the General Services Administration (GSA). The act also provides for various Federal Standards to be published by the GSA.

Date released: Jul 1949

Oversight responsibility: General Services Administration (GSA)

Notes:

Information Quality Act

Title: Information Quality Act

Description: Requires the OMB to promulgate guidance to agencies ensuring the quality, objectivity, utility, and integrity of information (including statistical information) disseminated by Federal agencies.

Date released: Dec 2000

Oversight responsibility: Office of Management and Budget (OMB)

Notes:

Small Business Paperwork Relief Act of 2002

Title: Small Business Paperwork Relief Act of 2002

Description: Institutes a process to reduce paperwork, and introduces measures to make it easier for small businesses to comply with the law.

Date released: Jun 2002

Oversight responsibility: Office of Management and Budget (OMB)

Notes:

Cyber Security Research and Development Act of 2002

Title: Cyber Security Research and Development Act of 2002

Description: Authorizes appropriations to the National Science Foundation (NSF) and to the Secretary of Commerce for the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to establish new programs, and to increase funding for certain current programs, for computer and network security (CNS) research and development and CNS research fellowships.

Date released: Nov 2002

Oversight responsibility: 

  • National Science Foundation (NSF)
  • National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)

Notes:

Implementing Recommendations of the 9/11 Commission Act of 2007

Title: Implementing Recommendations of the 9/11 Commission Act of 2007

Description: Provides for implementation of recommendations of the National Commission on Terrorist Attacks Upon the United States (9/11 Commission).

Date released: Aug 2007

Oversight responsibility: Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

Notes:

Federal Cybersecurity Workforce Assessment Act (FCWAA) of 2015

Title: Federal Cybersecurity Workforce Assessment Act (FCWAA) of 2015

Description: Requires the Secretary of Homeland Security to assess the cybersecurity workforce of the Department of Homeland Security and develop a comprehensive workforce strategy, and for other purposes.

Date released: Dec 2014

Oversight responsibility: Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

Notes:

Whistleblower Protection Act of 1989

Title: Whistleblower Protection Act of 1989

Description: Prohibits retaliation against most executive branch employees when they blow the whistle on  ignificant agency wrongdoing or when they engage in protected conduct.

Date released: Apr 1989

Oversight responsibility: Office of Special Counsel

Notes:

Computer Security Act of 1987

Title: Computer Security Act of 1987

Description: Provides for a computer standards program within the National Bureau of Standards, to provide for Government-wide computer security, and to provide for the training in security matters of persons who are involved in the management, operation, and use of Federal computer systems, and for other purposes.

Date released: Jan 1988

Oversight responsibility: National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)

Notes:

Office of Federal Procurement Policy Act

Title: Office of Federal Procurement Policy Act

Description: The Office of Federal Procurement Policy (OFPP) was established by Congress in 1974 to provide overall direction for government-wide procurement policies, regulations and procedures and to promote economy, efficiency, and effectiveness in acquisition processes.

Date released: Aug 1974

Oversight responsibility: Office of Management and Budget (OMB)

Notes:

Federal Activities Inventory Reform (FAIR) Act

Title: Federal Activities Inventory Reform (FAIR) Act

Description: Requires federal agencies to submit to the Office of Management and Budget inventories of commercial activities performed by federal employees every year by June 30.

Date released: Oct 1998

Oversight responsibility: Office of Management and Budget (OMB)

Notes:

Budget and Accounting Act of 1921

Title: Budget and Accounting Act of 1921

Description: Provides a national budget system and an independent audit of Government accounts, and for other purposes.

Date released: Jun 1921

Oversight responsibility: Office of Management and Budget (OMB)

Notes:

Federal Managers' Financial Integrity Act

Title: Federal Managers’ Financial Integrity Act

Description: Provides the statutory basis for management’s responsibility for and assessment of accounting and administrative internal controls. Such controls include program, operational, and administrative areas, as well as accounting and financial management.

Date released: Sep 1982

Oversight responsibility: Office of Management and Budget (OMB)

Notes:

Sarbanes-Oxley Act

Title: Sarbanes-Oxley Act

Description: Contains provisions affecting corporate governance, risk management, auditing, and financial reporting of public companies, including provisions intended to deter and punish corporate accounting fraud and corruption.

Date released: Jul 2002

Oversight responsibility: Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB)

Notes:

Digital Accountability and Transparency Act (DATA)

Title: Digital Accountability and Transparency Act (DATA)

Description: Requires federal agencies to prepare and submit standardized, accurate information about their spending.

Date released: May 2014

Oversight responsibility: 

  • Office of Management and Budget (OMB)
  • Department of Treasury

Notes:

Electronic Signatures in Global and National Commerce (E-Sign) Act

Title: Electronic Signatures in Global and National Commerce (E-Sign) Act

Description: Facilitates the use of electronic records and signatures in interstate or foreign commerce.

Date released: Jun 2000

Oversight responsibility: 

  • Department of Commerce
  • Federal Trade Commission (FTC)

Notes: Specifies that, in the United States, the use of an electronic signature (e-signature) is as legally valid as a traditional signature written in ink on paper.

Chief Financial Officers Act

Title: Chief Financial Officers Act

Description: Gives OMB new authority and responsibility for directing federal financial management, modernizing the government’s financial management systems, and strengthening financial reporting.

Date released: Nov 1990

Oversight responsibility: Office of Management and Budget (OMB)

Notes: 

Homeland Security Act of 2002

Title: Homeland Security Act of 2002

Description: Established the Department of Homeland Security

Date released: Nov 2002

Oversight responsibility: Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

Notes: 

Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health (HITECH) Act

Title: HITECH Act

Description: Part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 that incentivized the meaningful use of Electronic Health Records (EHRs) and strengthened the privacy and security provisions of HIPAA.

Date released: Feb 2009

Oversight responsibility: 

  • Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)
  • Federal Trade Commission (FTC)

Notes: 

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act

Title: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act

Description: Ensures that all Americans have access to quality, affordable health care and will create the transformation within the health care system necessary to contain costs.

Date released: Mar 2010

Oversight responsibility: Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)

Notes: 

Government Performance and Results Act (GPRA) Modernization Act of 2010

Title: Government Performance and Results Act (GPRA) Modernization Act of 2010

Description: An amended version of the Government Performance and Results Act of 1993, it requires each executive agency to make its strategic plan available on its public website and to the OMB on the first Monday in February of any year following that in which the term of the President commences and to notify the President and Congress.

Date released: Jan 2011

Oversight responsibility: Office of Management and Budget (OMB)

Notes: 

Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA)

Title: Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA)

Description: Protects individuals against discrimination based on their genetic information in health coverage and in employment.

Date released: May 2008

Oversight responsibility: Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)

Notes:

Economy Act

Title: Economy Act

Description: Authorizes agencies to enter into agreements to obtain supplies or services from another agency.

Date released: May 1933

Oversight responsibility: Federal Acquistition Regulations (FAR)

Notes:

IPERIA

Title: Improper Payments Elimination and Recovery Improvement Act (IPERIA) of 2012

Description: Provides guidance on monitoring and reporting improper payments, and requires agencies to continue their review of programs and activities annually to identify those susceptible to significant improper payments and updates the definition of significant improper payments.

Date released: Jan 2013

Oversight responsibility: Office of Management and Budget (OMB)

Notes:

Antideficiency Act (ADA)

Title: Antideficiency Act (ADA)

Description: Prohibits federal agencies from obligating or expending federal funds in advance or in excess of an appropriation, and from accepting voluntary services.

Date released: Sep 1982

Oversight responsibility: Government Accountability Offices (GAO)

Notes:

Budget Control Act of 2011

Title: Budget Control Act of 2011

Description: Amends the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 (Gramm-Rudman-Hollings Act) to revise sequestration requirements for enforcement of discretionary spending limits (spending caps).

Date released: Aug 2011

Oversight responsibility: Office of Management and Budget (OMB)

Notes:

Federal Activities Inventory Reform (FAIR) Act of 1998

Title: Federal Activities Inventory Reform (FAIR) Act of 1998

Description: Requires federal agencies to submit to the Office of Management and Budget inventories of commercial activities performed by federal employees every year by June 30.

Date released: Oct 1998

Oversight responsibility: Office of Management and Budget (OMB)

Notes:

Telework Enhancement Act of 2010

Title: Telework Enhancement Act of 2010

Description: Requires the head of each executive agency to: (1) establish a policy under which eligible agency employees may be authorized to telework; (2) determine employee eligibility to participate in telework; and (3) notify all employees of their eligibility to telework.

Date released: Dec 2010

Oversight responsibility: 

  • Office of Personnel Management (OPM)
  • Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
  • General Services Administration (GSA)
  • National Archives and Records Administration (NARA)
  • Office of Management and Budget (OMB)
  • Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
  • National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)

Notes:

Plain Writing Act of 2010

Title: Plain Writing Act of 2010

Description: Improves the effectiveness and accountability of Federal agencies to the public by promoting clear Government communication that the public can understand and use.

Date released: Oct 2010

Oversight responsibility: Office of Management and Budget (OMB)

Notes:

Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2010

Title: Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2010

Description: An act making appropriations for the Departments of Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2010, and for other purposes.

Date released: Dec 2009

Oversight responsibility: Multiple agencies

Notes: Many agencies oversee the guidance for this Act

American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009

Title: American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009

Description: Developed in response to the Great Recession, the primary objective of this federal statute was to save existing jobs and create new ones as soon as possible. Other objectives were to provide temporary relief programs for those most affected by the recession and invest in infrastructure, education, health, and renewable energy.

Date released: Feb 2009

Oversight responsibility: Multiple agencies

Notes: Many agencies oversee the guidance for this Act

Project BioShield Act of 2004

Title: Project BioShield Act of 2004

Description: Project BioShield was established to help incentivize private industry to develop vitally needed medical countermeasures by providing multi-year funding to support advanced research, clinical development, manufacture and procurement.

Date released: Jul 2004

Oversight responsibility: Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)

Notes: 

Public Health Service Act

Title: Public Health Service Act

Description: Consolidates and revises the laws relating to the Public Health Service.

Date released: Jul 1944

Oversight responsibility: Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)

Notes: 

Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act of 2004

Title: Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act of 2004

Description: Reforms the intelligence community and the intelligence and intelligence-related activities of the United States Government, and for other purposes.

Date released: Dec 2004

Oversight responsibility: Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

Notes: 

Electronic Freedom of Information Act Amendments of 1996

Title: Electronic Freedom of Information Act Amendments of 1996

Description: The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) established the public's right of access to government information, on the basis of openness and accountability. The 1996 Electronic Freedom of Information Act (e-FOIA) Amendments extended these principles to include electronic access to information.

Date released: Oct 1996

Oversight responsibility: Department of Justice (DoJ)

Notes: 

Clarifying Lawful Overseas Use of Data (CLOUD) Act

Title: Clarifying Lawful Overseas Use of Data (CLOUD) Act

Description: Lifts certain restrictions under U.S. law on companies disclosing electronic data, in response to qualifying, lawful orders in investigations of serious crime, directly to a qualifying foreign government with which the United States has entered into an executive agreement governing access by the foreign government to covered data.

Date released: Jul 2022

Oversight responsibility: Department of Justice (DoJ)

Notes:

Federal Regulations

Regulations are published by executive branch agencies to clarify their interpretation of a law and how a law will be implemented. Regulations also state requirements or prohibitions. This list contains all federal regulations that relate to information security and privacy at CMS.

B.O.D. 18-01

Title: Binding Operational Directive (B.O.D) 18-01: Enhance Email and Web Security

Description: Enhances the security of federal agencies' email and web systems to protect against cyber threats. The directive outlines specific actions that federal agencies must take to improve their email and web security posture, including implementing specific security protocols, enhancing monitoring capabilities, and strengthening authentication mechanisms.

Date released: Oct 2017

Implements Law: FISMA 2014

Agency: Department of Homeland Security (DHS) - Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)

Notes: 

B.O.D. 18-02

Title: Binding Operation Directive (B.O.D.) 18-02 - Security High Value Assets (HVAs)

Description: Enhances the Department of Homeland Security's coordinated approach to securing the federal government’s HVAs from cybersecurity threats

Date released: May 2018

Implements Law: FISMA 2014

Agency: Department of Homeland Security (DHS) - Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)

Notes: 

B.O.D. 20-01

Title: Binding Operation Directive (B.O.D) 20-01: Develop and Publish a Vulnerability Disclosure Policy

Description: Requires each agency to develop and publish a vulnerability disclosure policy (VDP) and maintain supporting handling procedures.

Date released: Sep 2020

Implements Law: OMB M-20-32

Agency: Department of Homeland Security (DHS) - Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)

Notes: 

E.D. 19-01

Title: Emergency Directive (E.D.) 19-01: Mitigate DNS Infrastructure Tampering

Description: Requires agencies take near-term actions to mitigate risks from undiscovered tampering, enable agencies to prevent illegitimate DNS activity for their domains, and detect unauthorized certificates.

Date released: Jan 2019

Implements Law: Homeland Security Act of 2002

Agency: Department of Homeland Security (DHS) - Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)

Notes: 

The Privacy Rule

Title: The Privacy Rule

Description: Assures that individuals' health information is properly protected while allowing the flow of health information needed to provide and promote high quality health care and to protect the public's health and well being

Date released: Dec 2000

Implements Law: HIPAA

Agency: Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS or HHS)

Notes: Regulation that implements HIPAA requirements

The Security Rule

Title: The Security Rule

Description: Establishes standards and safeguards for the secure handling of electronic protected health information (ePHI) by healthcare entities, aiming to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of sensitive health data

Date released: Feb 2003

Implements Law: HIPAA

Agency: Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS or HHS)

Notes: Regulation that implements HIPAA requirements

FAR

Title: Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)

Description: Primary regulation for use by all executive agencies in their acquisition of supplies and services with appropriated funds

Date released: April 1984

Implements Law: Competition in Contracting Act of 1984 - FAR: Title 48 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR).

Agency: General Services Administration (GSA), Department of  Defense (DOD), & National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

Notes: 

Federal Accounting Standards Advisory Board (FASAB)

Title: Federal Accounting Standards Advisory Board (FASAB)

Description: Primary regulation for use by all executive agencies in their acquisition of supplies and services with appropriated funds

Date released: Oct 1990

Implements Law: Competition in Contracting Act of 1984 - FAR: Title 48 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR).

Agency: Department of Treasury, Office of Management and Budget (OMB), & Government Accountability Office (GAO)

Notes: 

Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS) Publications

Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS) are standards and guidelines for federal computer systems that are developed by National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) in accordance with the Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) and approved by the Secretary of Commerce.

FIPS Standards can be viewed and downloaded from the NIST Computer Security Resource Center (CSRC) website here: FIPS publications

Answers to Frequently Asked Questions about FIPS can be found on the NIST website here: FIPS FAQs

This list contains all FIPS publications that relate to information security and privacy at CMS.

FIPS-202

Title: SHA-3 Standard: Permutation-Based Hash and Extendable-Output Functions

Status: Final

Release Date: 8/4/2015

Superseded by:

FIPS 201-3

Title: Personal Identity Verification (PIV) of Federal Employees and Contractors

Status: Final

Release Date: 1/24/2022

Superseded by:

FIPS 200

Title: Minimum Security Requirements for Federal Information and Information Systems 

Status: Final

Release Date: 3/1/2006

Superseded by:

FIPS 199

Title: Standards for Security Categorization of Federal Information and Information Systems 

Status: Final

Release Date: 2/1/2004

Superseded by:

FIPS 198-1

Title: The Keyed-Hash Message Authentication Code (HMAC)

Status: Final

Release Date: 7/16/2008

Superseded by:

FIPS 197

Title: Advanced Encryption Standard (AES)

Status: Final

Release Date: 5/9/2023

Superseded by:

FIPS 186-5

Title: Digital Signature Standard (DSS)

Status: Final

Release Date: 2/13/2023

Superseded by:

FIPS 180-4

Title: Secure Hash Standard (SHS)

Status: Final

Release Date: 8/4/2015

Superseded by:

FIPS 140-3

Title: Security Requirements for Cryptographic Modules

Status: Final

Release Date: 3/22/2019

Superseded by:

NIST S.P. Guidelines

FIPS Publications may reference specific NIST Special Publications (S.P.) guidelines (SP800) and/or practices (SP1800), in which that guideline or practice becomes a governance policy for CMS FISMA systems.

All NIST Special Publications (SP 500, SP800 and SP1800) can be viewed and downloaded from the NIST Computer Security Resource Center (CSRC) website here: NIST S.P. list

NIST S.P. descriptions can be found on the NIST website here: NIST S.P. descriptions

The following list consists of NIST S.P.s that are CMS FISMA governance policy by way of FIPS references.

500-267A

Title: NIST IPv6 Profile

FIPS Reference: N/A

500-267B

Title: USGv6 Profile

FIPS Reference: N/A

500-281A

Title: USGv6 Test Program Guide

FIPS Reference: N/A

500-281B

Title: USGv6 Test Methods: General Description and Validation

FIPS Reference: N/A

800-16

Title: Information Technology Security Training Requirements: a Role- and Performance-Based Model

FIPS Reference: 

  • FIPS 140
  • FIPS 180
  • FIPS 186

800-18 Rev. 1

Title: Guide for Developing Security Plans for Federal Information Systems

FIPS Reference: FIPS 200

800-30

Title: Guide for Conducting Risk Assessments

FIPS Reference: 

  • FIPS 199
  • FIPS 200

800-34

Title: Contingency Planning Guide for Federal Information Systems

FIPS Reference: FIPS 199

800-37 Rev. 2

Title: Risk Management Framework for Information Systems and Organizations: A System Life Cycle Approach for Security and Privacy

FIPS Reference: FIPS 201

800-38 (A-G)

Title: Recommendation for Block Cipher Modes: *

FIPS Reference: FIPS 197

800-39

Title: Managing Information Security Risk: Organization, Mission, and Information System View

FIPS Reference: 

  • FIPS 199
  • FIPS 200

800-40

Title: Guide to Enterprise Patch Management Planning: Preventive Maintenance for Technology

FIPS Reference: N/A

800-41

Title: Guidelines on Firewalls and Firewall Policy

FIPS Reference: N/A

800-46

Title: Guide to Enterprise Telework, Remote Access, and Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Security

FIPS Reference: FIPS 140

800-50

Title: Building an Information Technology Security Awareness and Training Program

FIPS Reference: N/A

800-51

Title: Guide to Using Vulnerability Naming Schemes

FIPS Reference: N/A

800-52

Title: Guidelines for the Selection, Configuration, and Use of Transport Layer Security (TLS) Implementations

FIPS Reference: FIPS 140

800-53 Rev. 5

Title: Security and Privacy Controls for Information Systems and Organizations

FIPS Reference: 

  • FIPS 200
  • FIPS 201

800-53A Rev. 5

Title: Assessing Security and Privacy Controls in Information Systems and
Organizations

FIPS Reference: FIPS 199

800-56A 

Title: Recommendation for Pair-Wise Key-Establishment Schemes Using Discrete Logarithm Cryptography

FIPS Reference: FIPS 140

800-56B Rev. 2

Title: Recommendation for Pair-Wise Key-Establishment Using Integer Factorization Cryptography

FIPS Reference: FIPS 140

800-57 Part 1 Rev. 5

Title: Recommendation for Key Management - Part 1: General

FIPS Reference: 

  • FIPS 180
  • FIPS 186
  • FIPS 198

800-57 Part 3 Rev. 1

Title: Recommendation for Key Management, Part 3: Application-Specific Key Management Guidance

FIPS Reference: FIPS 140

800-59

Title: Guideline for Identifying an Information System as a National Security System

FIPS Reference: FIPS 201

800-60 Vol. 1 Rev. 1

Title: Guide for Mapping Types of Information and Information Systems to Security Categories

FIPS Reference: FIPS 200

800-61

Title: Computer Security Incident Handling Guide

FIPS Reference:

  • FIPS 140
  • FIPS 199
  • FIPS 200

800-63-3 

Title: Digital Identity Guidelines

FIPS Reference: FIPS 201

800-63A 

Title: Digital Identity Guidelines: Enrollment and Identity Proofing

FIPS Reference: FIPS 201

800-63B 

Title: Digital Identity Guidelines: Authentication and Lifecycle Management

FIPS Reference: FIPS 201

800-63C 

Title: Digital Identity Guidelines: Federation and Assertions

FIPS Reference: FIPS 201

800-70

Title: National Checklist Program for IT Products: Guidelines for Checklist Users and Developers

FIPS Reference:

  • FIPS 140
  • FIPS 199
  • FIPS 200

800-73-4

Title: Interfaces for Personal Identity Verification

FIPS Reference: FIPS 201

800-76-2

Title: Biometric Specifications for Personal Identity Verification

FIPS Reference: FIPS 201

800-78-4

Title: Cryptographic Algorithms and Key Sizes for Personal Identity Verification

FIPS Reference: FIPS 201

800-79-2

Title: Guidelines for the Authorization of Personal Identity Verification Card Issuers (PCI) and Derived PIV Credential Issuers (DPCI)

FIPS Reference: 

  • FIPS 140
  • FIPS 199
  • FIPS 200
  • FIPS 201

800-81

Title: Secure Domain Name System (DNS) Deployment Guide

FIPS Reference: 

  • FIPS 140
  • FIPS 180
  • FIPS 186
  • FIPS 198

800-85A-4

Title: PIV Card Application and Middleware Interface Test Guidelines (SP 800-73-4 Compliance)

FIPS Reference: FIPS 201

800-87 Rev. 2

Title: Codes for Identification of Federal and Federally-Assisted Organizations

FIPS Reference: FIPS 201

800-88

Title: Guidelines for Media Sanitization

FIPS Reference: 

  • FIPS 140
  • FIPS 199
  • FIPS 200

800-89

Title: Recommendation for Obtaining Assurances for Digital Signature
Applications

FIPS Reference: FIPS 140

800-90A Rev. 1

Title: Recommendation for Random Number Generation Using Deterministic Random Bit Generators

FIPS Reference: FIPS 140

800-94

Title: Guide to Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems (IDPS)

FIPS Reference: FIPS 140

800-96

Title: PIV Card to Reader Interoperability Guidelines

FIPS Reference: FIPS 201

800-97

Title: Establishing Wireless Robust Security Networks: A Guide to IEEE 802.11i

FIPS Reference: FIPS 140

800-102

Title: Recommendation for Digital Signature Timeliness

FIPS Reference: FIPS 140

800-107

Title: Recommendation for Applications Using Approved Hash Algorithms

FIPS Reference: 

  • FIPS 180
  • FIPS 198
  • FIPS 202

800-111

Title: Guide to Storage Encryption Technologies for End User Devices

FIPS Reference: 

  • FIPS 140
  • FIPS 180
  • FIPS 197
  • FIPS 199

800-115

Title: Technical Guide to Information Security Testing and Assessment

FIPS Reference: 

  • FIPS 140
  • FIPS 199

800-116 Rev. 1

Title: Guidelines for the Use of PIV Credentials in Facility Access

FIPS Reference: FIPS 201

800-119

Title: Guidelines for the Secure Deployment of IPv6

FIPS Reference: FIPS 199

800-122

Title: Guide to Protecting the Confidentiality of Personally Identifiable Information (PII)

FIPS Reference: FIPS 201

800-124

Title: Guidelines for Managing the Security of Mobile Devices in the Enterprise

FIPS Reference: FIPS 140

800-126

Title: The Technical Specification for the Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP): SCAP Version 1.3

FIPS Reference: N/A

800-128

Title: Guide for Security-Focused Configuration Management of Information Systems

FIPS Reference: 

  • FIPS 140
  • FIPS 199
  • FIPS 200

800-131A Rev. 2

Title: Transitioning the Use of Cryptographic Algorithms and Key Lengths

FIPS Reference: FIPS 140

800-133 Rev. 2

Title: Recommendation for Cryptographic Key Generation

FIPS Reference: FIPS 197

800-137

Title: Information Security Continuous Monitoring (ISCM) for Federal Information Systems and Organizations

FIPS Reference: 

  • FIPS 199
  • FIPS 200

800-140

Title: FIPS 140-3 Derived Test Requirements (DTR): CMVP Validation Authority Updates to ISO/IEC 24759

FIPS Reference: FIPS 140

800-140A

Title: CMVP Documentation Requirements: CMVP Validation Authority Updates to ISO/IEC 24759

FIPS Reference: FIPS 140

800-140B Rev. 1

Title: Cryptographic Module Validation Program (CMVP) Security Policy Requirements: CMVP Validation Authority Updates to ISO/IEC 24759 and ISO/IEC 19790 Annex B

FIPS Reference: FIPS 140

800-140C Rev. 2

Title: Cryptographic Module Validation Program (CMVP)-Approved Security Functions: CMVP Validation Authority Updates to ISO/IEC 24759

FIPS Reference: FIPS 140

800-140D Rev. 2

Title: Cryptographic Module Validation Program (CMVP)-Approved Sensitive Security Parameter Generation and Establishment Methods: CMVP Validation Authority Updates to ISO/IEC 24759

FIPS Reference: FIPS 140

800-140E

Title: CMVP Approved Authentication Mechanisms: CMVP Validation Authority Requirements for ISO/IEC 19790 Annex E and ISO/IEC 24579 Section 6.17

FIPS Reference: FIPS 140

800-140F

Title: CMVP Approved Non-Invasive Attack Mitigation Test Metrics: CMVP Validation Authority Updates to ISO/IEC 24759

FIPS Reference: FIPS 140

800-144

Title: Guidelines on Security and Privacy in Public Cloud Computing

FIPS Reference: 

  • FIPS 199
  • FIPS 200

800-145

Title: The NIST Definition of Cloud Computing

FIPS Reference: N/A

800-152

Title: A Profile for U.S. Federal Cryptographic Key Management Systems (CKMS)

FIPS Reference: 

  • FIPS 140
  • FIPS 180
  • FIPS 186
  • FIPS 197
  • FIPS 198
  • FIPS 199
  • FIPS 200

800-153

Title: Guidelines for Securing Wireless Local Area Networks (WLANs)

FIPS Reference: 

  • FIPS 140
  • FIPS 199
  • FIPS 201

800-156

Title: Representation of PIV Chain-of-Trust for Import and Export

FIPS Reference: FIPS 201

800-157

Title: Guidelines for Derived Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Credentials

FIPS Reference: FIPS 201

800-157

Title: Guidelines for Derived Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Credentials

FIPS Reference: FIPS 201

800-163

Title: Vetting the Security of Mobile Applications

FIPS Reference: N/A

800-167

Title: Guide to Application Whitelisting

FIPS Reference: FIPS 140

800-171

Title: Protecting Controlled Unclassified Information in Nonfederal Systems and Organizations

FIPS Reference: 

  • FIPS 199
  • FIPS 200

800-175A

Title: Guideline for Using Cryptographic Standards in the Federal Government: Directives, Mandates and Policies

FIPS Reference: 

  • FIPS 140
  • FIPS 199
  • FIPS 200
  • FIPS 201

800-175B

Title: Guideline for Using Cryptographic Standards in the Federal Government: Cryptographic Mechanisms

FIPS Reference: 

  • FIPS 140
  • FIPS 180
  • FIPS 186
  • FIPS 197
  • FIPS 198
  • FIPS 199
  • FIPS 202

800-177

Title: Trustworthy Email

FIPS Reference: 

  • FIPS 199
  • FIPS 201

800-181

Title: Workforce Framework for Cybersecurity (NICE Framework)

FIPS Reference: N/A

800-186

Title: Recommendations for Discrete-Logarithm Based Cryptography: Elliptic Curve Domain Parameters

FIPS Reference: FIPS 186

800-207

Title: Zero Trust Architecture

FIPS Reference: FIPS 199

800-217

Title: Guidelines for the Use of Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Credentials with Federation

FIPS Reference: FIPS 201

800-219

Title: Automated Secure Configuration Guidance from the macOS Security Compliance Project (mSCP)

FIPS Reference: 

  • FIPS 140
  • FIPS 199

Executive Orders (E.O.)

An Executive Order (E.O.) is a signed, written, and published directive from the President of the United States that manages operations of the federal government. They are numbered consecutively, so executive orders may be referenced by their assigned number, or their topic. This list contains all E.O.s that relate to information security and privacy.

E.O 9397

Title: Numbering System for Federal Accounts Relating to Individual Persons

Description: Establishes a centralized numbering system for federal accounts relating to individual persons in the United States.

Date Released: November 30, 1943

Oversight Responsibility: Social Security Administration (SSA)

Notes:

E.O 11609

Title: Delegating certain functions vested in the President to other officers of the Government

Description: Grants certain, presidential authorities to the GSA without approval, ratification, or other action of the President.

Date Released: July 22, 1971

Oversight Responsibility: General Services Administration (GSA)

Notes:

E.O 13011

Title: Federal Information Technology

Description: Aimed to improve the management and utilization of IT resources across federal agencies

Date Released: July 16, 1996

Oversight Responsibility: 

  • General Services Administration (GSA)
  • OMB
  • NIST
  • DHS

E.O 13381

Title: Strengthening Processes Relating to Determining Eligibility for Access to Classified National Security Information

Description: Assists in determining eligibility for access to classified national security information, while taking appropriate account of title III of Public Law 108-458

Date Released: Jun 2005

Oversight Responsibility: OMB

Notes:

E.O 13402

Title: Strengthening Federal Efforts To Protect Against Identity Theft

Description: Strengthens efforts to protect against identity theft

Date Released: May 2006

Oversight Responsibility: OMB

Notes:

E.O 13439

Title: Establishing an Interagency Working Group on Import Safety

Description: Ensures that the executive branch takes all appropriate steps to promote the safety of imported products

Date Released: Jul 2007

Oversight Responsibility: HHS

Notes:

E.O 13520

Title: Reducing Improper Payments and Eliminating Waste in Federal Programs

Description: Reduces payment errors and eliminating waste, fraud, and abuse in Federal programs

Date Released: Nov 2009

Oversight Responsibility: OMB

Notes:

E.O 13526

Title: Classified National Security Information

Description: Prescribes a uniform system for classifying, safeguarding, and declassifying national security information, including information relating to defense against transnational terrorism

Date Released: Dec 2009

Oversight Responsibility: Information Security Oversight Office

Notes:

E.O 13556

Title: Controlled Unclassified Information

Description: Establishes an open and uniform program for managing unclassified information requiring safeguarding or dissemination controls pursuant to and consistent with law, regulations, and Government-wide policies

Date Released: Aug 2019

Oversight Responsibility: National Archives & Records Administration (NARA)

Notes:

E.O 13571

Title: Streamlining Service Delivery and Improving Customer Service

Description: Improves the quality of service to the public by the Federal Government

Date Released: Apr 2011

Oversight Responsibility: OMB

Notes:

E.O 13576

Title: Delivering an Efficient, Effective, and Accountable Government

Description: Aims to cut waste, streamline Government operations, and reinforce the performance and management reform gains the Obama Administration has achieved

Date Released: Jun 2011

Oversight Responsibility: OMB

Notes:

E.O 13583

Title: Establishing a Coordinated Government-wide Initiative to Promote Diversity and Inclusion in the Federal Workforce

Description: Promotes the Federal workplace as a model of equal opportunity, diversity, and inclusion

Date Released: Aug 2011

Oversight Responsibility: 

  • OPM
  • OMB
  • President’s Management Council (PMC)
  • Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)

Notes:

E.O 13589

Title: Promoting Efficient Spending

Description: Further promote efficient spending in the Federal Government

Date Released: Nov 2011

Oversight Responsibility: OMB

Notes:

E.O 13636

Title: Improving Critical Infrastructure Cybersecurity

Description: Designed to increase the level of core capabilities for our critical infrastructure to manage cyber risk. It does this by focusing on three key areas: (1) information sharing, (2) privacy, and (3) the adoption of cybersecurity practices.

Date Released: February 12, 2013

Oversight Responsibility: 

  • NIST
  • DHS

Notes:

E.O 13642

Title: The President's Council on Jobs and Competitiveness

Description: Aims to strengthen the Nation's economy and ensure the competitiveness of the United States and to create jobs, opportunity, and prosperity for the American people by ensuring the availability of non partisan advice to the President from participants in and experts on the economy

Date Released: Jan 2011

Oversight Responsibility: Department of Treasury

Notes:

E.O 13681

Title: Improving the Security of Consumer Financial Transactions

Description: Improves the security of consumer financial transactions in both the private and public sectors

Date Released: October 17, 2014

Oversight Responsibility: 

  • Department of Treasury
  • Department of Justice
  • Department of Commerce
  • General Services Administration (GSA)
  • Social Security Administration (SSA)
  • Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
  • OMB
  • DHS

Notes:

E.O 13719

Title: Establishment of the Federal Privacy Council

Description: The Federal Privacy Council is the principal interagency forum to improve the privacy practices of agencies and entities acting on their behalf.

Date Released: February 9, 2016

Oversight Responsibility: Federal Privacy Council (FPC)

Notes:

E.O 13800

Title: Strengthening the Cybersecurity of Federal Networks and Critical Infrastructure

Description: Modernizes federal information technology infrastructure, working with state and local government and private sector partners to more fully secure critical infrastructure, and collaborating with foreign allies

Date Released: May 11, 2017

Oversight Responsibility: DHS

Notes:

E.O 13833

Title: Enhancing the Effectiveness of Agency Chief Information Officers

Description: Strengthens the role and responsibilities of Chief Information Officers (CIOs) within federal agencies to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of IT management

Date Released: May 15, 2018

Oversight Responsibility: OMB

Notes:

E.O 13834

Title: Efficient Federal Operations

Description: Improves the efficiency, effectiveness, and accountability of federal agencies in managing their operations and resources

Date Released: May 17, 2018

Oversight Responsibility: OMB

Notes:

E.O 13859

Title: Maintaining American Leadership in Artificial Intelligence

Description: Identifies five key lines of effort, including increasing AI research investment, unleashing Federal AI computing and data resources, setting AI technical standards, building America’s AI workforce, and engaging with international allies

Date Released: Feb 2019

Oversight Responsibility: National AI Initiative Office

Notes: To oversee and implement the U.S. national AI strategy, the White House established the National Artificial Intelligence Initiative Office in early January 2021, in accordance with the National AI Initiative Act of 2020 (still a bill as of Feb 2024)

E.O 13873

Title: Securing the Information and Communications Technology and Services Supply Chain

Description: Strengthens efforts to prevent foreign adversaries from exploiting vulnerabilities in the ICT supply chain and protect the vast amount of sensitive information being stored in and communicated through ICT products and services

Date Released: May 2019

Oversight Responsibility: 

  • Department of Commerce
  • CISA
  • ICT SCRM Task Force

Notes: 

E.O 13960

Title: Promoting the Use of Trustworthy Artificial Intelligence in the Federal Government

Description: Establishes principles for the use of AI in the Federal Government, establishes a common policy for implementing the principles, directs agencies to catalogue their AI use cases

Date Released: December 3, 2020

Oversight Responsibility: 

  • General Services Administration (GSA)
  • NIST
  • OMB

Notes:

E.O 14028

Title: Improving the Nation's Cybersecurity

Description: Charges multiple agencies, including NIST, with enhancing cybersecurity through a variety of initiatives related to the security and integrity of the software supply chain

Date Released: May 2021

Oversight Responsibility: NIST

Notes:

E.O 14034

Title: Protecting Americans' Sensitive Data From Foreign Adversaries

Description: Requires government agencies to issue regulations that prohibit, or otherwise restrict, certain categories of data transactions that pose an unacceptable risk to national security.

Date Released: June 2021

Oversight Responsibility: 

  • OMB
  • Department of Justice

Notes:

E.O 14110

Title: Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy Development and Use of Artificial Intelligence

Description: Establishes a government-wide effort to guide responsible artificial intelligence (AI) development and deployment through federal agency leadership, regulation of industry, and engagement with
international partners

Date Released: October 30, 2023

Oversight Responsibility: 

  • NIST
  • Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP)

Notes:

Government Accountability Office (GAO) and GAO Accounting and Information Management Division (AIMD)

The U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) provides Congress, the heads of executive agencies, and the public with timely, fact-based, non-partisan information that can be used to improve government and save taxpayers billions of dollars. The GAO reports provide findings from their audits.

AIMD-10.1.13

Title: Assessing Risks and Returns: A Guide for Evaluating Federal Agencies’ IT Investment Decision-making

Date Released: February 3, 1997

Authority: 

  • Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA)
  • Clinger-Cohen Act
  • Government Performance and Results Act (GPRA)
  • Chief Financial Officers Act

Notes:

GAO 04-394G

Title: Information Technology Investment Management: A Framework for Assessing and Improving Process Maturity

Date Released: March 1, 2004

Authority: Clinger-Cohen Act

Notes:

GAO 05-471

Title: INTERNET PROTOCOL VERSION 6 - Federal Agencies Need to Plan for Transition and Manage
Security Risks

Date Released: May 20, 2005

Authority: N/A

Notes:

GAO 13-87

Title: Information Technology Investment Management: A Framework for Assessing and Improving Process Maturity

Date Released: March 1, 2004

Authority: Clinger-Cohen Act

Notes:

GAO 14-413

Title: Federal Software Licenses: Better Management Needed to Achieve Significant Savings Government-Wide

Date Released: May 22, 2014

Authority: Clinger-Cohen Act

Notes:

GAO 16-469

Title: Information Technology Reform: Agencies Need to Increase Their Use of Incremental Development Practices

Date Released: August 16, 2016

Authority: FITARA

Notes:

GAO 20-195G

Title: Cost Estimating and Assessment Guide: Best Practices for Developing and Managing Program Costs

Date Released: March 12, 2020

Authority: N/A

Notes:

Federal Continuity Directives

Federal Continuity Directives (FCDs) and Presidential Policy Directives (PPDs) and are both types of directives issued by the President of the United States to guide and coordinate specific policies, programs, and activities across the federal government.

PPDs are presidential statements that set forth national policies and decisions, while FCDs are agency-level directives aimed at ensuring the continuity and resilience of government operations during emergencies and crises.

FCD-1

Title: Federal Executive Branch National Continuity Program and Requirements

Date Released: January 17, 2017

Corresponding Federal Authority: DHS

Notes:

FCD-2

Title: Federal Executive Branch Mission Essential Functions and Candidate Primary Mission Essential Functions
Identification and Submission Process

Date Released: June 13, 2017

Corresponding Federal Authority: DHS

Notes:

PPD-1

Title: Organization of the National Security Council System

Date Released: February 13, 2009

Corresponding Federal Authority: National Security Council (NSC)

Notes:

PPD-2

Title: Implementation of the National Strategy for Countering Biological Threats

Date Released: November 23, 2009

Corresponding Federal Authority: National Security Staff Executive Secretary

Notes:

PPD-40

Title: National Continuity Policy

Date Released: July 15, 2016

Corresponding Federal Authority: Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)

Notes:

PPD-41

Title: United States Cyber Incident Coordination

Date Released: July 26, 2016

Corresponding Federal Authority: DHS

Notes:

OMB Circulars

OMB Circulars are a series of guidance documents issued by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) of the United States federal government. They provide instructions, requirements, and policies for federal agencies in specific areas of financial management, budgeting, procurement, grants management, and administrative operations.

A-11

Title: Preparation, Submission, and Execution of the Budget

Date Released: 8/11/2023

Implements: GRPA

Notes:

A-19

Title: Legislative Coordination and Clearance

Date Released: 9/20/1979

Implements: Budget Control Act of 2011

Notes:

A-76

Title: Performance of Commercial Activities

Date Released: 11/14/2002

Implements: 

  • Federal Procurement Policy Act
  • FAIR Act
  • EO 11609

Notes:

A-94

Title: Guidelines and Discount Rates for Benefit-Cost Analysis of Federal Programs

Date Released: 11/9/2023

Implements: Budget and Accounting Act of 1921

Notes:

A-108

Title: Federal Agency Responsibilities for Review, Reporting, and Publication under the Privacy Act

Date Released: 7/1/1975

Implements: 

  • Privacy Act of 1974
  • Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA)
  • FISMA 2014

Notes:

A-123

Title: Management’s Responsibility for Internal Control

Date Released: 12/21/2004

Implements: 

  • Sarbanes-Oxley Act
  • Federal Managers' Financial Integrity Act

Notes:

A-130

Title: Managing Information as a Strategic Resource

Date Released: 7/28/2016

Implements: 

  • Clinger-Cohen Act
  • E-Government Act
  • FISMA 2014
  • FITARA
  • PRA
  • Privacy Act of 1974
  • Digital Accountability and Transparency Act
  • Electronic Signatures in Global and National Commerce Act
  • Government Paperwork Elimination Act
  • GPRA
  • Office of Federal Procurement Policy Act
  • Budget and Accounting Procedures Act
  • Chief Financial Officers Act
  • EO 13719

Notes:

A-136

Title: Financial Reporting Requirements

Date Released: 5/30/2024

Implements: 

  • Chief Financial Officers Act of 1990
  • Government Management Reform Act of 1994
  • Accountability of Tax Dollars Act of 2002

Notes:

OMB Memos

The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) memoranda provide Federal agencies with instructions and implementation guidance for specific management priorities or legislative requirements. They provide annual updates, such as for FISMA reporting requirements, or have longer term guidance for agency implementation.

2024

M-24-08

Title: Strengthening Digital Accessibility and the Management of Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act (digital)

Date Released: 12/21/2023

Implements: Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act

M-24-04

Title: Fiscal Year 2024 Guidance on Federal Information Security and Privacy Management Requirements

Date Released: 12/4/2023

Implements: 

  • FISMA
  • E.O. 14028

M-24-02

Title: Implementation Guidance on Application of Buy America Preference in Federal Financial Assistance Programs for Infrastructure

Date Released: 10/25/2023

Implements: Buy America Act

2023

M-23-22

Title: Delivering a Digital-First Public Experience (digital)

Date Released: 9/22/2023

Implements: 21st Century Integrated Digital Experience Act

M-23-20

Title: Multi-Agency Research and Development Priorities for the FY 2025 Budget

Date Released: 8/17/2023

Implements: N/A

M-23-18

Title: Administration Cybersecurity Priorities for the FY 2025 Budget

Date Released: 6/27/2023

Implements: National Cybersecurity Strategy (NCS)

M-23-16

Title: Update to Memorandum M-22-18, Enhancing the Security of the Software Supply Chain through Secure Software Development Practices

Date Released: 6/9/2023

Implements: E.O. 14028

M-23-13

Title: “No TikTok on Government Devices” Implementation Guidance

Date Released: 2/27/2023

Implements: No Tiktok on Government Devices

M-23-10

Title: The Registration and Use of .gov Domains in the Federal Government

Date Released: 2/8/2023

Implements: DOTGOV Online Trust in Government Act of 2020

M-23-07

Title: Update to Transition to Electronic Records

Date Released: 12/23/2022

Implements: N/A

M-23-02

Title: Migrating to Post-Quantum Cryptography

Date Released: 11/18/2022

Implements: 

  • E.O. 14028
  • FISMA 2014

2022

M-22-18

Title: Enhancing the Security of the Software Supply Chain through Secure Software Development Practices

Date Released: 9/14/2022

Implements: 

  • FISMA 2014
  • E.O. 14028

M-22-16

Title: Administration Cybersecurity Priorities for the FY 2024 Budget

Date Released: 7/22/2022

Implements: E.O. 14028

M-22-15

Title: Multi-Agency Research and Development Priorities for the FY 2024 Budget

Date Released: 7/22/2022

Implements: N/A

M-22-09

Title: Moving the U.S. Government Toward Zero Trust Cybersecurity Principles

Date Released: 1/26/2022

Implements:

  • E.O. 14028
  • FISMA 2014

M-22-04

Title: Promoting Accountability through Cooperation among Agencies and Inspectors General

Date Released: 12/3/2021

Implements: IG Act

M-22-01

Title: Improving Detection of Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities and Incidents on Federal Government Systems through Endpoint Detection and Response

Date Released: 10/8/2021

Implements: E.O. 14028

2021

M-21-32

Title: Multi-Agency Research and Development Priorities for the FY 2023 Budget

Date Released: 8/27/2021

Implements: N/A

M-21-31

Title: Improving the Federal Government’s Investigative and Remediation Capabilities Related to Cybersecurity Incident

Date Released: 8/27/2021

Implements: E.O. 14028

M-21-30

Title: Protecting Critical Software Through Enhanced Security Measures

Date Released: 8/10/2021

Implements: E.O. 14028

M-21-07

Title: Completing the Transition to Internet Protocol Version 6 (IPv6)

Date Released: 11/19/2020

Implements: FAR

M-21-06

Title: Guidance for Regulation of Artificial Intelligence Applications

Date Released: 11/17/2020

Implements: E.O. 13859

M-21-05

Title: Extension of Data Center Optimization Initiative (DCOI)

Date Released: 11/13/2020

Implements: FITARA

M-21-04

Title: Modernizing Access to and Consent for Disclosure of Records Subject to the Privacy Act

Date Released: 11/12/2020

Implements: The Privacy Act of 1974

2020

M-20-32

Title: Improving Vulnerability Identification, Management, and Remediation

Date Released: 9/2/2020

Implements: FISMA

M-20-29

Title: R & D Guidance

Date Released: 8/14/2020

Implements: N/A

M-20-19

Title: Harnessing Technology to Support Mission Continuity

Date Released: 3/22/2020

Implements: N/A

M-20-04

Title: Fiscal Year 2019-2020 Guidance on Federal Information Security and Privacy Management Requirements

Date Released: 11/19/2019

Implements: 

  • FISMA 2014
  • E.O. 14028

2019

M-19-26

Title: Update to the Trusted Internet Connections (TIC) Initiative

Date Released: 9/12/2019

Implements: N/A

M-19-21

Title: Transition of Electronic Records

Date Released: 6/28/2019

Implements: NARA

M-19-19

Title: Update to Data Center Optimization Initiative

Date Released: 6/25/2019

Implements: FITARA

M-19-18

Title: Federal Data Strategy – A Framework for Consistency

Date Released: 6/4/2019

Implements: N/A

M-19-17

Title: Enabling Mission Delivery through Improved Identity, Credential, and Access Management

Date Released: 5/21/2019

Implements: HSPD-12

M-19-10

Title: Guidance for Achieving Interoperability with the National Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Portal on FOIA.gov

Date Released: 2/12/2019

Implements: FOIA

M-19-03

Title: Strengthening the Cybersecurity of Federal Agencies by enhancing the High Value Asset Program

Date Released: 12/10/2018

Implements: High Value Asset (HVA) program

M-19-02

Title: Fiscal Year 2018-2019 Guidance on Federal Information Security and Privacy Management Requirements

Date Released: 10/25/2018

Implements:

  • FISMA 2014
  • E.O. 14028

M-19-01

Title: Request for Agency Feedback on the Federal Data Strategy

Date Released: 10/16/2018

Implements: Federal Data Strategy

2018

M-18-26

Title: Incentivizing Workforce Participation and Expanding Recruitment Sources for the 2020 Decennial Census

Date Released: 9/28/2018

Implements: N/A

M-18-22

Title: FY 2020 Administration Research and Development Budget Priorities

Date Released: 7/31/2018

Implements: N/A

M-18-20

Title: Appendix C to OMB Circular No. A-123, Requirements for Payment Integrity Improvement

Date Released: 6/26/2018

Implements: OMB A-123

2017

M-17-32

Title: Travel on Government-Owned Rented, Leased or Chartered Aircraft

Date Released: 9/29/2017

Implements: OMB A-126

M-17-25

Title: Reporting Guidance for Executive Order on Strengthening the Cybersecurity of Federal Networks and Critical Infrastructure

Date Released: 5/19/2017

Implements: FISMA 2014

M-17-23

Title: Guidance on Regulatory Reform Accountability under Executive Order 13777, titled “Enforcing the Regulatory Reform Agenda”

Date Released: 4/28/2017

Implements: EO 13777

M-17-22

Title: Comprehensive Plan for Reforming the Federal Government and Reducing the Federal Civilian Workforce

Date Released: 4/12/2017

Implements: GPRA Modernization Act of 2010

M-17-21

Title: Implementing Executive Order 13771, Titled “Reducing Regulation and Controlling Regulatory Costs”

Date Released: 4/5/2017

Implements: EO 13771

M-17-19

Title: Legislative Coordination and Clearance

Date Released: 2/28/2017

Implements: OMB A-19

M-17-15

Title: Rescission of Memoranda Relating to Identity Management

Date Released: 1/19/2017

Implements: HSPD-12

M-17-12

Title: Preparing for and Responding to a Breach of Personally Identifiable Information

Date Released: 1/3/2017

Implements: FISMA 2014

M-17-09

Title: Management of Federal High Value Assets

Date Released: 12/9/2016

Implements: 

  • FISMA 2014
  • B.O.D. 18-02
  • HHS HVA Program

M-17-04

Title: Additional Guidance for Data Act Implementation: Further Requirements For Reporting And Assuring Data Reliability

Date Released: 11/4/2016

Implements: DATA Act

M-17-03

Title: Institutionalizing Hiring Excellence To Achieve Mission Outcomes

Date Released: 11/1/2016

Implements: President’s Management Agenda (PMA) Cross Agency Priority (CAP)

M-17-02

Title: Precision Medicine Initiative Privacy and Security

Date Released: 10/21/2016

Implements: 

  • FISMA 2014
  • Paperwork Reduction Act
  • HIPAA
  • E-Government Act of 2002
  • Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act
  • Privacy Act of 1974

2016

M-16-24

Title: Role and Designation of Senior Agency Officials for Privacy

Date Released: 9/15/2016

Implements: 

  • EO 13719
  • OMB A-130

M-16-23

Title: Prioritizing Federal Investments in Promise Zones

Date Released: 9/2/2016

Implements: N/A

M-16-21

Title: Federal Source Code Policy: Achieving Efficiency, Transparency, and Innovation through Reusable and Open Source Software

Date Released: 8/8/2016

Implements: Clinger Cohen Act

M-16-17

Title: OMB Circular No. A-123, Management’s Responsibility for Enterprise Risk Management and Internal Control

Date Released: 7/15/2016

Implements: OMB A-123

M-16-15

Title: Federal Cybersecurity Workforce Strategy

Date Released: 7/12/2016

Implements: N/A

M-16-14

Title: Category Management Policy 16-2: Providing Comprehensive Identity Protection Services, Identity Monitoring, and Data Breach Response

Date Released: 7/1/2016

Implements: N/A

M-16-12

Title: Category Management Policy 16-1: Improving the Acquisition and Management of Common Information Technology: Software Licensing

Date Released: 6/2/2016

Implements: GAO 14-413

M-16-11

Title: Improving Administrative Functions Through Shared Services

Date Released: 5/4/2016

Implements: Federal Cloud Computing Strategy - Cloud Smart

M-16-08

Title: Establishment of the Core Federal Services Council

Date Released: 3/30/2016

Implements: President’s Management Agenda (PMA) Cross Agency Priority (CAP)

M-16-04

Title: Cybersecurity Strategy and Implementation Plan (CSIP) for the Federal Civilian Government

Date Released: 10/30/2015

Implements: FISMA 2014

M-16-02

Title: Category Management Policy 15-1: Improving the Acquisition and Management of Common Information Technology: Laptops and Desktops

Date Released: 10/16/2015

Implements: FITARA

2015

M-15-18

Title: Fiscal Year 2017 Budget Guidance for Countering Biological Threats Resource Priorities

Date Released: 7/9/2015

Implements: PPD-2

M-15-16

Title: Multi-Agency Science and Technology Priorities for the FY 2017 Budget

Date Released: 7/9/2015

Implements: N/A

M-15-15

Title: Improving Statistical Activities through Interagency Collaboration

Date Released: 7/8/2015

Implements: Economy Act

M-15-14

Title: Management and Oversight of Federal Information Technology

Date Released: 6/10/2015

Implements: FITARA

M-15-13

Title: Policy to Require Secure Connections across Federal Websites and Web Services

Date Released: 6/8/2015

Implements: FISMA 2014

M-15-11

Title: Fiscal Year 2017 Budget Guidance

Date Released: 5/1/2015

Implements: 

  • DATA Act
  • FITARA

M-15-09

Title: Guidance on Implementing the Federal Customer Service Awards Program

Date Released: 3/19/2015

Implements: EO 13571

M-15-07

Title: Establishment of a Diversity and Inclusion in Government Council

Date Released: 3/6/2015

Implements: EO 13583

M-15-02

Title: Appendix C to Circular No. A-123, Requirements for Effective Estimation and Remediation of Improper Payments

Date Released: 10/20/2014

Implements: OMB A-123

2014

M-14-17

Title: Metrics for Uniform Guidance (2 C.F.R. 200

Date Released: 9/30/2014

Implements: EO 13520

M-14-16

Title: Guidance on Managing Email

Date Released: 9/15/2014

Implements: Managing Government Records Directive of 2012

M-14-15

Title: Ensuring That Employment and Training Programs Are Job-Driven

Date Released: 7/22/2014

Implements: N/A

M-14-14

Title: Fiscal Year 2016 Budget Guidance for Countering Biological Threats Resource Priorities

Date Released: 7/18/2014

Implements: PPD-2

M-14-13

Title: Fiscal Year 2016 Budget Guidance for Combating Antibiotic Resistant Bacteria Resource Priorities

Date Released: 7/18/2014

Implements: PPD-1

M-14-12

Title: Management Agenda Priorities for the FY 2016 Budget

Date Released: 7/18/2014

Implements: N/A

M-14-11

Title: Science and Technology Priorities for FY 2016 Budget

Date Released: 7/18/2014

Implements: N/A

M-14-06

Title: Guidance for Providing and Using Administrative Data for Statistical Purposes

Date Released: 3/14/2014

Implements: N/A

M-14-04

Title: Fiscal Year 2013 Reporting Instructions for the Federal Information Security Management Act and Agency Privacy Management

Date Released: 11/18/2013

Implements: FISMA 2014

M-14-03

Title: Enhancing the Security of Federal Information and Information Systems

Date Released: 11/1/2013

Implements: GPRA Modernization Act 0f 2010

2013

M-13-20

Title: Protecting Privacy while Reducing Improper Payments with the Do Not Pay Initiative

Date Released: 8/16/2013

Implements: 

  • IPERIA 2012
  • Do Not Pay (DNP) Initiative

M-13-17

Title: Next Steps in the Evidence and Innovation Agenda

Date Released: 7/26/2013

Implements: N/A

M-13-16

Title: Science and Technology Priorities for the FY 2015 Budget

Date Released: 7/26/2013

Implements: N/A

M-13-13

Title: Open Data Policy – Managing Information as an Asset

Date Released: 5/9/2013

Implements: EO 13642

M-13-10

Title: Antideficiency Act Implications of Certain Online Terms of Service Agreements

Date Released: 4/4/2013

Implements: Antideficiency Act

M-13-09

Title: Fiscal Year 2013 PortfolioStat Guidance: Strengthening Federal IT Portfolio Management

Date Released: 3/27/2013

Implements: N/A

M-13-06

Title: Issuance of the Sequestration Order Pursuant To Section 251A of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985, as Amended

Date Released: 3/1/2013

Implements: Budget Control Act of 2011

M-13-02

Title: Improving Acquisition through Strategic Sourcing

Date Released: 12/5/2012

Implements: N/A

2012

M-12-20

Title: FY 2012 Reporting Instructions for the Federal Information Security Management Act and Agency Privacy Management

Date Released: 9/27/2012

Implements: FISMA 2014

M-12-18

Title: Managing Government Records Directive

Date Released: 8/24/2012

Implements: Presidential Memorandum - Managing Government Records

M-12-15

Title: Science and Technology Priorities for the FY 2014 Budget

Date Released: 6/6/2012

Implements: N/A

M-12-14

Title: Use of Evidence and Evaluation in the 2014 Budget

Date Released: 5/18/2012

Implements: N/A

M-12-12

Title: Promoting Efficient Spending to Support Agency Operations

Date Released: 5/11/2012

Implements: EO 13589

M-12-11

Title: Reducing Improper Payments through the “Do Not Pay List”

Date Released: 4/12/2012

Implements: EO 13520

M-12-09

Title: Federal Activities Inventory Reform (FAIR) Act Submission for Fiscal Year 2012

Date Released: 3/26/2012

Implements: 

  • FAIR Act
  • OMB A-76

M-12-01

Title: Creation of the Council on Financial Assistance Reform

Date Released: 10/27/2011

Implements: EO 13576

2011

M-11-33

Title: FY 2011 Reporting Instructions for the Federal Information Security Management Act and Agency Privacy Management

Date Released: 9/14/2011

Implements: FISMA 2014

M-11-27

Title: Implementing the Telework Enhancement Act of 2010: Security Guidelines

Date Released: 7/15/2011

Implements: Telework Enhancement Act of 2010

M-11-26

Title: New Fast-Track Process for Collecting Service Delivery Feedback Under the Paperwork Reduction Act

Date Released: 6/15/2011

Implements: Paperwork Reduction Act

M-11-21

Title: Implementing the Presidential Memorandum “Administrative Flexibility, Lower Costs, and Better Results for State, Local, and Tribal Governments”

Date Released: 4/29/2011

Implements: Presidential Memorandum - Administrative Flexibility

M-11-16

Title: 2011 Issuance of Revised Parts I and II to Appendix C of OMB Circular A-123

Date Released: 4/14/2011

Implements: OMB A-123

M-11-15

Title: 2011 Final Guidance on Implementing the Plain Writing Act of 2010

Date Released: 4/13/2011

Implements: Plain Writing Act of 2010

M-11-11

Title: Continued Implementation of Homeland Security Presidential Directive (HSPD) 12–Policy for a Common Identification Standard for Federal Employees and Contractors

Date Released: 2/3/2011

Implements: HSPD-12

M-11-08

Title: Initial Assessments of Safeguarding and Counterintelligence Postures for Classified National Security Information in Automated Systems

Date Released: 1/3/2011

Implements: EO 13526

M-11-04

Title: Increasing Efforts to Recapture Improper Payments by Intensifying and Expanding Payment Recapture Audits

Date Released: 11/16/2010

Implements: IPERIA 2012

M-11-02

Title: Sharing Data While Protecting Privacy

Date Released: 11/3/2010

Implements: Privacy Act of 1974

M-11-01

Title: Pilot Projects for the Partnership Fund for Program Integrity Innovation

Date Released: 10/19/2010

Implements: Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2010

2010

M-10-34

Title: Updated Guidance on the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act

Date Released: 9/24/2010

Implements: American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009

M-10-30

Title: Science and Technology Priorities for the FY 2012 Budget

Date Released: 7/1/2010

Implements: N/A

M-10-26

Title: Immediate Review of Financial Systems IT Projects

Date Released: 6/28/2010

Implements: OMB A-123

M-10-23

Title: Guidance for Agency Use of Third-Party Websites and Applications

Date Released: 6/25/2010

Implements: Paperwork Reduction Act

M-10-22

Title: Guidance for Online Use of Web Measurement and Customization Technologies

Date Released: 6/25/2010

Implements: OMB M-10-06

M-10-21

Title: Developing Effective Place-Based Policies for the FY 2012 Budget

Date Released: 6/21/2010

Implements: N/A

M-10-16

Title: Grants.gov – Return to Normal Operations

Date Released: 4/23/2010

Implements: American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009

M-10-14

Title: Updated Guidance on the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act

Date Released: 3/22/2010

Implements: American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009

M-10-13

Title: Issuance of Part III to OMB Circular A-123, Appendix C

Date Released: 3/22/2010

Implements: OMB A-123

M-10-10

Title: Federal Agency Coordination on Health Information Technology (HIT)

Date Released: 2/19/2010

Implements: HITECH

M-10-03

Title: Payments to State Grantees for their Administrative Costs for Recovery Act Funding – Alternative Allocation Methodologies

Date Released: 10/13/2009

Implements: American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009

M-10-01

Title: Increased Emphasis on Program Evaluations

Date Released: 10/7/2009

Implements: N/A

2009

M-09-33

Title: Technical Amendments to OMB Bulletin No. 07-04, Audit Requirements for Federal Financial StatementsIncreased Emphasis on Program Evaluations

Date Released: 9/23/2009

Implements: 

  • OMB A-123
  • OMB A-136

M-09-32

Title: Update on the Trusted Internet Connections Initiative

Date Released: 9/16/2009

Implements: Trusted Internet Connections Initiative

M-09-27

Title: Science and Technology Priorities for the FY 2011 Budget

Date Released: 8/4/2009

Implements: N/A

M-09-18

Title: Payments to State Grantees for Administrative Costs of Recovery Act Activities

Date Released: 5/11/2009

Implements: American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009

M-09-17

Title: Improving Grants.gov

Date Released: 4/8/2009

Implements: American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009

M-09-15

Title: Updated Implementing Guidance for the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009

Date Released: 4/3/2009

Implements: American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009

M-09-14

Title: Recovery Act Implementation – Improving Grants.gov and Other Critical Systems

Date Released: 3/9/2009

Implements: American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009

M-09-12

Title: Recovery Act Implementation – Improving Grants.gov and Other Critical Systems

Date Released: 3/9/2009

Implements: American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009

M-09-10

Title: Initial Implementing Guidance for the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009

Date Released: 2/18/2009

Implements: American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009

2008

M-08-27

Title: Guidance for Trusted Internet Connection (TIC) Compliance

Date Released: 9/30/2008

Implements: Trusted Internet Connections Initiative

M-08-25

Title: Guidance for Completing FY 2008 Financial and Performance Reports

Date Released: 8/252008

Implements: N/A

M-08-24

Title: Technical Amendments to OMB Bulletin No. 07-04, Audit Requirements for Federal Financial Statements

Date Released: 8/25/2008

Implements: OMB Bulletin No. 07-04

M-08-16

Title: Guidance for Trusted Internet Connection Statement of Capability Form (SOC)

Date Released: 4/4/2008

Implements: Trusted Internet Connections Initiative

M-08-15

Title: Tools Available for Implementing Electronic Records Management

Date Released: 3/31/2008

Implements:

  • OMB A-130
  • Paperwork Reduction Act

M-08-14

Title: 2008 Inventories of Commercial and Inherently Governmental Activities

Date Released: 3/26/2008

Implements:

  • FAIR Act
  • OMB A-76

M-08-13

Title: Update to Civilian Position Full Fringe Benefit Cost Factor, Federal Pay Raise Assumptions, and Inflation Factors used in OMB Circular No. A-76, “Performance of Commercial Activities”

Date Released: 3/11/2008

Implements: OMB A-76

M-08-11

Title: Competitive Sourcing Requirements in Division D of Public Law 110-161

Date Released: 2/20/2008

Implements: Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2010

M-08-09

Title: New FISMA Privacy Reporting Requirements for FY 2008

Date Released: 1/18/2008

Implements: FISMA 2014

M-08-05

Title: Implementation of Trusted Internet Connections (TIC)

Date Released: 11/20/2007

Implements: Trusted Internet Connections Initiative

2007

M-07-25

Title: BioShield Procurement Approval Anthrax Vaccine Adsorbed

Date Released: 9/20/2007

Implements: 

  • Project BioShield Act of 2004
  • Public Health Service Act

M-07-24

Title: Updated Principles for Risk Analysis

Date Released: 9/19/2007

Implements: OMB Memorandum - Principles for Risk Analysis

M-07-23

Title: Requiring Agency Use of the International Trade Data System

Date Released: 9/10/2007

Implements: EO 13439

M-07-21

Title: Verifying the Employment Eligibility of Federal Employees

Date Released: 8/10/2007

Implements: HSPD-12

M-07-20

Title: FY 2007 E-Government Act Reporting Instructions

Date Released: 8/14/2007

Implements: E-Government Act of 2002

M-07-18

Title: Ensuring New Acquisitions Include Common Security Configurations

Date Released: 6/1/2007

Implements: FISMA 2014

M-07-16

Title: Safeguarding Against and Responding to the Breach of Personally Identifiable Information

Date Released: 5/22/2007

Implements: FISMA 2014

N/A

Title: Competition Framework for Human Resources Management Line of Business Migrations

Date Released: 5/18/2007

Implements: N/A

M-07-14

Title: 2007 Inventories of Commercial and Inherently Governmental Activities

Date Released: 5/3/2007

Implements: 

  • FAIR Act
  • OMB A-76

M-07-02

Title: Update to Civilian Position Full Fringe Benefit Cost Factor, Federal Pay Raise Assumptions, Inflation Factors, and Tax Rates used in OMB Circular No. A-76, “Performance of Commercial Activities”

Date Released: 10/31/2006

Implements: OMB A-76

2006

N/A

Title: Recommendations for Identity Theft Related Data Breach Notification

Date Released: 9/20/2006

Implements: EO 13402

M-06-25

Title: FY 2006 E-Government Act Reporting Instructions

Date Released: 8/25/2006

Implements: E-Government Act of 2002

M-06-21

Title: Reciprocal Recognition of Existing Personnel Security Clearances

Date Released: 7/17/2006

Implements: EO 12958

M-06-19

Title: Reporting Incidents Involving Personally Identifiable Information Incorporating the Cost for Security in Agency Information Technology Investments

Date Released: 7/12/2006

Implements: FISMA 2014

M-06-18

Title: Acquisition of Products and Services for Implementation of HSPD-12

Date Released: 6/30/2006

Implements: HSPD-12

M-06-15

Title: Safeguarding Personally Identifiable Information

Date Released: 5/22/2006

Implements: Privacy Act of 1974

M-06-12

Title: Follow-up Memorandum on “Implementation of the President’s Executive Order “Improving Agency Disclosure of Information’”

Date Released: 4/13/2006

Implements: FOIA

M-06-06

Title: Sample Privacy Documents for Agency Implementation of Homeland Security Presidential Directive (HSPD) 12

Date Released: 2/17/2006

Implements: HSPD-12

M-06-04

Title: Implementation of the President’s Executive Order “Improving Agency Disclosure of Information”

Date Released: 12/30/2005

Implements: FOIA

N/A

Title: Reciprocal Recognition of Existing Personnel Security Clearances

Date Released: 12/12/2005

Implements: Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act of 2004

M-06-02

Title: Improving Public Access to and Dissemination of Government Information and Using the Federal Enterprise Architecture Data Reference Model

Date Released: 12/16/2005

Implements: 

  • Paperwork Reduction Act
  • E-Government Act of 2002

2005

M-05-25

Title: SmartBUY Agreement with Oracle

Date Released: 8/25/2005

Implements: N/A

M-05-24

Title: Implementation of Homeland Security Presidential Directive (HSPD) 12 – Policy for a Common Identification Standard for Federal Employees and Contractors

Date Released: 8/25/2005

Implements: HSPD-12

M-05-23

Title: Improving Information Technology (IT) Project Planning and Execution

Date Released: 8/4/2005

Implements: N/A

M-05-22

Title: Transition Planning for Internet Protocol Version 6 (IPv6)

Date Released: 8/2/2005

Implements: GAO 05-471

M-05-17

Title: Allocation of Responsibilities For Security Clearances Under the Executive Order, Strengthening Processes Relating to Determining Eligibility for Access to Classified National Security Information

Date Released: 6/30/2005

Implements: EO 13381

M-05-16

Title: Regulation on Maintaining Telecommunication Services During a Crisis or Emergency in Federally-owned Buildings

Date Released: 6/30/2005

Implements: Section 414 of the Transportation, Treasury, Independent Agencies, and General Government Appropriations Act

M-05-08

Title: Designation of Senior Agency Officials for Privacy

Date Released: 2/11/2005

Implements: Privacy Act of 1974

M-05-05

Title: Electronic Signatures: How to Mitigate the Risk of Commercial Managed Services

Date Released: 12/20/2004

Implements: N/A

M-05-04

Title: Policies for Federal Agency Public Websites

Date Released: 12/17/2004

Implements: E-Government Act of 2002

2004

N/A

Title: Section E — FY04 FISMA Reporting Template

Date Released: N/A

Implements: FISMA 2014

M-04-24

Title: Expanded Electronic Government (E-Gov) President’s Management Agenda (PMA) Scorecard Cost, Schedule and Performance Standard for Success

Date Released: 8/23/2004

Implements: President’s Management Agenda - Expanded Electronic Government (E-Gov) Initiative

M-04-19

Title: Information Technology (IT) Project Manager (PM) Qualification Guidance

Date Released: 7/21/2004

Implements: N/A

M-04-18

Title: Medicare Modernization Act and Federal Programs

Date Released: 7/19/2004

Implements: Medicare Prescription Drug, Improvement, and Modernization Act (MMA)

M-04-16

Title: Software Acquisition

Date Released: 7/1/2004

Implements: 

  • OMB A-11
  • OMB A-130

M-04-15

Title: Development of Homeland Security Presidential Directive(HSPD) – 7 Critical Infrastructure Protection Plans to Protect Federal Critical Infrastructures and Key Resources

Date Released: 6/17/2004

Implements: HSPD-12

M-04-08

Title: Maximizing Use of SmartBuy and Avoiding Duplication of Agency Activities with the President’s 24 E-Gov Initiatives

Date Released: 2/25/2004

Implements: President’s Management Agenda - Expanded Electronic Government (E-Gov) Initiative

M-04-04

Title: E-Authentication Guidance

Date Released: 12/16/2003

Implements: 

  • E-Government Act of 2002
  • Paperwork Elimination Act of 1998

2003

M-03-22

Title: OMB Guidance for Implementing the Privacy Provisions of the E-Government Act of 2002

Date Released: 12/16/2003

Implements: E-Government Act of 2002

M-03-18

Title: Implementation Guidance for the E-Government Act of 2002

Date Released: 8/1/2003

Implements: E-Government Act of 2002

M-03-04

Title: Determination Orders Organizing the Department of Homeland Security

Date Released: 1/7/2003

Implements: Public Law 107-296 - Establishing the Department of Homeland Security

2002

M-02-14

Title: Additional Information Requirements for Overseas Combating Terrorism and Homeland Security for the FY 2004 Budget

Date Released: 8/8/2002

Implements: N/A

M-02-11

Title: Department of Homeland Security Transition Issues

Date Released: 7/16/2002

Implements: Public Law 107-296 - Establishing the Department of Homeland Security

M-02-01

Title: Guidance for Preparing and Submitting Security Plans of Action and Milestones

Date Released: 10/17/2001

Implements: Government Information Security Reform Act

2001

M-01-28

Title: Citizen-Centered E-Government: Developing the Action Plan

Date Released: 7/18/2001

Implements: President Management Agenda - e-Government

M-01-05

Title: Guidance on Inter-Agency Sharing of Personal Data – Protecting Personal Privacy

Date Released: 12/20/2000

Implements: Computer Matching and Privacy Protection Act

2000

M-00-15

Title: OMB Guidance on Implementing the Electronic Signatures in Global and National Commerce Act

Date Released: 9/25/2000

Implements: E-Sign Act

M-00-13

Title: Privacy Policies and Data Collection on Federal Web Sites

Date Released: 6/22/2000

Implements: 

  • Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act
  • Privacy Act
  • OMB A-130

M-00-10

Title: OMB Procedures and Guidance on Implementing the Government Paperwork Elimination Act

Date Released: 4/25/2000

Implements: Paperwork Reduction Act

M-00-03

Title: Reporting Y2K Compliance of Non-mission Critical Systems

Date Released: 12/10/1999

Implements: N/A

1999

M-99-18

Title: Privacy Policies on Federal Web Sites

Date Released: 6/2/1999

Implements: 

  • Privacy Act
  • OMB A-130

M-99-01

Title: New Statutory Language on Paperwork Reduction FY 1999 ICB

Date Released: 11/16/1998

Implements: Paperwork Reduction Act

1998

M-98-14

Title: Comprehensive Plans and Associated Funding Requirements for Achieving Year 2000 Computer Compliance

Date Released: 8/13/1998

Implements: OMB A-11

M-98-09

Title: Updated Guidance on Developing a Handbook for Individuals Seeking Access of Public Information

Date Released: 4/23/1998

Implements: 

  • Electronic Freedom of Information Act Amendments of 1996
  • FOIA
  • OMB A-130

M-98-04

Title: Annual Performance Plans Required by the Government Performance and Results Act (GPRA)

Date Released: 1/29/1998

Implements: GPRA Modernization Act of 2010

1997

M-97-15

Title: Local Telecommunications Services Policy

Date Released: 6/12/1997

Implements: Clinger-Cohen Act

M-97-09

Title: Interagency Support for Information Technology

Date Released: 3/10/1997

Implements: Clinger-Cohen Act

M-97-07

Title: Multiagency Contracts Under the Information Technology Management Reform Act of 1996

Date Released: 2/26/1997

Implements: Clinger-Cohen Act

M-97-02

Title: Funding Information Systems Investments

Date Released: 10/25/1996

Implements: 

  • Clinger-Cohen Act
  • GPRA Modernization Act of 2010

1996

M-96-20

Title: Implementation of the Information Technology Management Reform Act of 1996

Date Released: 4/4/1996

Implements: Clinger-Cohen Act

1995

M-95-17

Title: Contingency Planning for Agency Operations in Fiscal Year 1996

Date Released: 8/17/1995

Implements: N/A

HHS Policies, Standards, Memorandum, and Guides

HHS Policies

The HHS Cybersecurity Program develops policies, standards, memoranda, guides, and standard operating procedures. They are collectively referred to as policy documents. HHS policy documents help to apply Federal legislation, OMB regulations, NIST standards, and U.S. Computer Emergency Readiness Team (US-CERT) guidelines in the context of the HHS environment, thus standardizing the implementation of information security and privacy practices across the Department.

NOTE: The HHS Polices can be found at http://intranet.hhs.gov/working-at-hhs/cybersecurity/ocio-policies and are only accessible through the HHS intranet/CMS network and cannot be accessed with a public internet connection.

Cybersecurity Awareness and Training

Doc Number: HHS-OCIO-OIS-2024-03-002

Description: Identifies the baseline requirements for providing HHS personnel with the requirements for Awareness Training and of their responsibility to help protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of HHS information systems and data

Effective Date: 3/2024

Corresponding CMS Publication: 

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • 5 CFR 930.301
  • FIPS 200
  • FISMA 2014
  • HHS Policy for Information Security and Privacy Protection (IS2P)
  • NIST S.P. 800-16
  • NIST S.P. 800-37
  • NIST S.P. 800-50
  • NIST SP 800-181 rev 1
  • OMB A-130
  • Privacy Act of 1974

Records Management

Doc Number: HHS-OCIO-CDO-2024-02-001

Description: Establishes the principles, responsibilities, and requirements for managing HHS records

Effective Date: 2/1/2024

Corresponding CMS Publication: 

  • IS2P2
  • ARS
  • CMS Records and Information Management Program

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • 36 CFR Chapter XII Subchapter B
  • 32 CFR Part 2002
  • 18 U.S. Code § 641
  • 18 U.S. Code § 2071
  • 44 U.S. Code §§ 2901-2910
  • 44 U.S. Code §§ 3101-3107
  • 44 U.S. Code §§ 3106
  • 44 U.S. Code §§ 3301-3324
  • 44 U.S. Code § 3301
  • Privacy Act of 1974
  • Federal Rules of Civil Procedures
  • NARA Bulletin 2010-05
  • NARA Bulletin 2013-02
  • NARA Bulletin 2014-02
  • NARA Bulletin 2015-02
  • NARA Bulletin 2023-02
  • NARA Criteria for Successfully Managing Permanent Electronic Records
  • NARA Guidance on Records Management Language for Contracts
  • NARA Universal Electronic Records Management Requirements
  • OMB Circular A-130
  • OMB M-19-21
  • OMB M-23-07
  • HHS Policy for Litigation Holds
  • HHS Policy for Rules of Behavior for Use of Information and IT Resources
  • HHS Policy for Mobile Devices and Removable Media

Privacy Impact Assessments

Doc Number: HHS-OCIO-OIS-2023-09-005

Description: Set forth the minimum HHS Privacy Threshold Analysis (PTA), PIA, and Internal PIA requirements, as well as accompanying approval and publication processes

Effective Date: 9/2023

Corresponding CMS Publication: 

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • E-Government Act of 2002
  • FISMA 2014
  • HHS Policy for Information Security and Privacy Protection (IS2P)
  • NIST S.P. 800-53 Rev. 5
  • NIST S.P. 800-122
  • NIST Privacy Framework: A Tool for Improving Privacy through Enterprise Risk Management v1.0
  • OMB Circular A-108
  • OMB Circular A-130
  • OMB M-03-22
  • OMB M-17-06
  • OMB M-19-03
  • Privacy Act of 1974
  • Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA)

Litigation Holds

Doc Number: HHS-OCIO-CDO-2023-08-004

Description: Establish that HHS takes all reasonable steps to preserve potentially relevant information in the possession, custody, or control of HHS when civil litigation has commenced or when there is reasonable anticipation of litigation

Effective Date: 8/10/2023

Corresponding CMS Publication: CMS Litigation Holds and Essential Records Program

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • 36 CFR Chapter XII Subchapter B §§ 1220.30-1220.34
  • 36 CFR Chapter XII Subchapter B §§ 1230.1-1230.18
  • 36 CFR Chapter XII Subchapter B §§ 1236.2-1236.36
  • 18 USC § 641
  • 18 USC § 2071
  • 44 USC §§ 2071-2120
  • 44 USC §§ 2901-2912
  • 44 USC §§ 3101-3107
  • 44 USC §§ 3301-3314
  • 44 USC §§ 3501-3583
  • Privacy Act of 1974
  • Duty to Disclose, Rule 26
  • Producing Documents, Rule 34
  • Failure to Make Disclosures or to Cooperate in Discovery, Rule 37
  • Delivering Government Solutions in 21st Century
  • NARA 2010-05
  • NARA 2014-02
  • NARA 2015-02
  • NARA Criteria for Successfully Managing Permanent Electronic Records
  • NARA Guidance on Records Management Language for Contracts
  • OMB Circular A-130
  • OMA/NARA M-23-07
  • Public Law 113-187
  • Universal Electronic Records Management Requirements
  • NARA General Records Schedules
  • General Record Schedule 6.1
  • HHS Implementing Email Records Management
  • HHS Rules of Behavior for Use of Information and IT Resources
  • HHS Mobile Devices and Removable Media

Data Loss Prevention

Doc Number: HHS-OCIO-OIS-2022-05-003

Description: Establish comprehensive DLP requirements for HHS systems and information that are compliant with FISMA 2014, NIST S.P. 800-53, EO 14028

Effective Date: 6/16/2023

Corresponding CMS Publication: 

  • IS2P2
  • ARS

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • EO 14028
  • EO 13556
  • FISMA 2014
  • HSS IS2P
  • NARA CUI Program
  • NIST S.P. 800-37
  • NIST S.P. 800-122
  • NIST S.P. 800-137
  • NIST S.P. 800-53
  • OMB Circular A-130
  • OMB M-22-09
  • Privacy Act of 1974

Rules of Behavior for Use of Information and IT Resources

Doc Number: HHS-OCIO-OIS-2023-02-002

Description: Defines the acceptable use of HHS information and IT resources and establishes the baseline requirements for developing Rules of Behavior that all users, including privileged users, are required to sign prior to accessing HHS information systems and resources

Effective Date: 2/9/2023

Corresponding CMS Publication: 

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • FISMA 2014
  • HHS IS2P
  • NIST S.P. 800-18
  • NIST S.P. 800-37
  • NIST S.P. 800-53
  • OMB Circular A-130
  • Public Law § 115-232 889
  • 5 USC § 552a

Common Data Use Agreement (DUA) Structure and Repository

Doc Number: HHS-OCIO-CDO-2023-01-001

Description: Defines a DUA as a document that establishes the terms and conditions under which the Data Provider will provide, and the Data Recipient will receive and use, the data covered under the Agreement, which is nonpublic, restricted HHS data shared for a limited government purpose

Effective Date: 1/23/2023

Corresponding CMS Publication: 

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • 44 USC § 3520
  • 44 USC § 3576
  • OMB M-14-06
  • OMB M-01-05
  • HHS Enterprise Data Management

Encryption of Computing Devices and Information

Doc Number: HHS-OCIO-OIS-2022-12-001

Description: Establish comprehensive encryption requirements for HHS systems and information that are compliant with FISMA 2014, NIST S.P. 800-53, EO 14028, OMB M-22-09

Effective Date: 12/9/2022

Corresponding CMS Publication: 

  • IS2P2
  • ARS

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • EO 14028
  • FISMA 2014
  • NIST S.P. 800-53
  • OMB A-130
  • OMB M-15-13
  • OMB M-22-09

Securing AI Technology

Doc Number: HHS-OCIO-OIS-2021-12-007

Description: Ensure secure implementation of AI technology within HHS, secure HHS networks and information, protect privacy, and address risks

Effective Date: 12/14/2021

Corresponding CMS Publication:

  • IS2P2
  • ARS

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • EO 13859
  • EO 13960
  • FISMA 2014
  • NIST S.P. 800-53
  • NIST Privacy Framework
  • NIST S.P. 800-167
  • NIST S.P. 800-94
  • NIST S.P. 800-37
  • DHS AI Using Standards to Mitigate Risks
  • HHS IS2P

Information Security and Privacy Protection (IS2P)

Doc Number: HHS-OCIO-OIS-2021-11-0006

Description: Establish comprehensive security and privacy requirements for HHS systems and information that are compliant with FISMA 2014 and NIST S.P. 800-53

Effective Date: 11/18/2021

Corresponding CMS Publication: IS2P2

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • E-Government Act of 2002
  • FISMA 2014
  • EO 13556
  • FERPA
  • Privacy Act of 1974
  • FITARA
  • Buy American Act
  • FASCSA 2018
  • Public Law 115-232 § 889
  • HIPAA
  • HSPD-12
  • NARA
  • B.O.D 18-02
  • FIPS 140-2, 199, 200, 201-1
  • NIST S.P. 800-111
  • NIST S.P. 800-122
  • NIST S.P. 800-144
  • NIST S.P. 800-152
  • NIST S.P. 800-171
  • NIST S.P. 800-175A
  • NIST S.P. 800-175B
  • NIST S.P. 800-37
  • NIST S.P. 800-46
  • NIST S.P. 800-53
  • NIST S.P. 800-79-2
  • NIST S.P. 800-88
  • OMB Circular A-130
  • OMB Circular A-108
  • OMB M-02-01
  • OMB M-03-22
  • OMB M-10-22
  • OMB M-10-23
  • OMB M-16-17
  • OMB M-14-03
  • OMB M-16-17
  • OMB M-14-03
  • OMB M-17-12
  • 5 CFR § 930.301
  • Public Law 113-291 Title VIII Subtitle D
  • Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973

Information Technology Portfolio Management (PfM)

Doc Number: HHS-OCIO-OES-2021-09-005

Description: Describes the Captital Planning and Investment Control (CPIC) principles and requirements, and establishes standard methodologies for conducting OAs, evaluating Investment Risks, certifying adequate Incremental Development, and successfully implementing TBM

Effective Date: 9/23/2021

Corresponding CMS Publication: CyberGeek - Risk Management Handbook Chapter 15: System & Services Acquisition

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • Government Performance and Results Act of 1993
  • Federal Acquisition Streamlining Act of 1994
  • Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995
  • Federal Financial Management Improvement Act of 1996
  • E-Government Act of 2002
  • FITARA 2014
  • Clinger-Cohen Act of 1996
  • Policies & Priorities, Technology Business Management. CIO. GOV
  • Records Management Act of 1950
  • Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act
  • EO 13636
  • EO 14028
  • FISMA 2014
  • GAO-04-394G
  • AIMD-10.1.13
  • GAO-13-87
  • GAO Report 16-469
  • OMB A-11
  • OMB A-94
  • OMB A-76
  • OMB A-123
  • OMB A-130
  • OMB Federal Cloud Computing Strategy - Cloud Smart
  • OMB M-97-02
  • OMB M-05-23
  • OMB M-15-14
  • OMB M-19-03
  • Federal Continuity Directive 1
  • Federal Continuity Directive 2
  • FIPS 140-2
  • NIST S.P. 800-30
  • NIST S.P. 800-37
  • NIST S.P. 800-39
  • NIST S.P. 800-53
  • NIST S.P. 800-56A
  • Section 889(a)(1)(B) of the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA)
  • HHS Section 508 Electronic and IT
  • HHS Acquisition Regulation
  • HHS OCIO Roles and Responsibilities
  • HHS OCIO Enterprise Performance Life Cycle Framework Overview Document
  • HHS IT Strategic Plan
  • HHS IT Policy for Enterprise Architecture
  • HHS Office of Acquisition Management and Policy (OAMP) Acquisition Policy Memorandum
  • HHS IT Acquisition Reviews (ITAR)
  • HHS IT Enterprise Performance Life Cycle
  • HHS IS2P
  • HHS Records Management
  • HHS Enterprise Risk Management Framework
  • HHS Cloud Computing and FedRamp Guidance
  • HHS IT Procurements - Security and Privacy Language
  • HHS Cyber Supply Chain Risk Management
  • HHS High Value Asset (HVA) Program
  • OCIO FITARA Approval Guidance

Transition to IPv6

Doc Number: HHS-OCIO-OES-2021-08-004

Description: Provides guidance to which HHS Operating Divisions (OpDivs) and Staff Divsions (StaffDivs) must follow to meet the requirements and milestones laid out in the OMB Memorandum 21-07, Completing the Transition to IPv6 (M-21-07)

Effective Date: 8/1/2021

Corresponding CMS Publication: N/A

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • EO 14028
  • Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)
  • NIST S.P. 500-267A
  • NIST S.P. 500-267B
  • NIST S.P. 500-281A
  • NIST S.P. 500-281B
  • NIST S.P. 800-53
  • OMB A-130
  • OMB M-21-07
  • OMB M-05-22
  • HHS IT Acquisition Reviews (ITAR)
  • HHS IT Asset Management (ITAM)
  • HHS IT Procurements - Security and Privacy Language
  • HHS IT System Inventory Management

Implementation of DHS Directive on Vulnerability Disclosure

Doc Number: HHS-OCIO-OIS-2021-05-003

Description: Establishes the HHS compliance requirements under the DHS B.O.D 20-01

Effective Date: 5/4/2021

Corresponding CMS Publication: N/A

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • Carnegie Mellon SEI, The CERT Guide to Coordinated Vulnerable Disclosure
  • B.O.D. 20-01
  • DOJ A Framework for a Vulnerability Disclosure Program for Online Systems
  • FISMA 2014
  • HHS IS2P
  • ISO/IEC 29147:2018
  • NIST Framework for Improving Critical Infrastructure Cybersecurity
  • NIST S.P. 800-53
  • OMB A-130
  • OMB M-20-32
  • EO 13800
  • Title 44, U.S. Code, Section 3553(b)(2) Authority and Functions of the Director and the Secretary

Implementation of Trusted Internet Connections (TIC)

Doc Number: HHS-OCIO-OIS-2021-03-002

Description: Provides the requirements to which HHS Operating Divisions (OpDivs) must adhere when implementing TICs

Effective Date: 3/17/2021

Corresponding CMS Publication: N/A

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • 6 USC 1523(b)(1)(D)
  • OMB M-19-26
  • Committee on National Security Systems (CNSS), Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) RFC 4949
  • DHS CISA TIC Reference Architecture Document
  • DHS CISA TIC Volume 1-5
  • DHS CISA TIC Interim Telework Guidance
  • General Services Administration (GSA) Enterprise Infrastructure Solutions (EIS) Management and Operations Handbook
  • GSA, Transition Handbook, Network, WITS 3, and GSA Regional Local Services to EIS Contracts
  • National Cybersecurity Protection System (NCPS) Cloud Interface Reference Architecture
  • NIST S.P. 800-37
  • NIST S.P. 800-41
  • NIST S.P. 800-53
  • NIST S.P. 800-145
  • NIST S.P. 800-152
  • NIST S.P. 800-207
  • HHS IS2P
  • HHS Internet and Email Security
  • HHS POA&M Standard

Information Technology Procurements - Security And Privacy Language

Doc Number: HHS-OCIO-OIS-2021-03-001

Description: Mandates the standard security and privacy language for information and information technology (IT) procurements throughout HHS

Effective Date: 3/3/2021

Corresponding CMS Publication: 

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • Buy American Act
  • FAR
  • FASCSA 2018
  • FISMA 2014
  • OMB A-130
  • Public Law 115-232 § 889
  • Public Law 115-390
  • U.S.C of CFR

IT System Inventory Management

Doc Number: HHS-OCIO-OES-2020-12-011

Description: Direct HHS entities (i.e., Operating Divisions [OpDiv] and Staff Divisions [StaffDiv]) to establish and maintain an enterprise-wide inventory of HHS IT systems by providing guidance and baseline standards for maintaining a comprehensive inventory of all IT systems and related information

Effective Date: 12/2020

Corresponding CMS Publication: 

  • IS2P2
  • ARS

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • Clinger-Cohen Act of 1996
  • E-Government Act of 2002
  • FISMA 2014
  • FITARA 2014
  • FITARA Enhancement Act of 2017
  • MEGABYTE Act of 2016
  • OMB A-11
  • OMB A-130
  • OMB M-15-14
  • OMB M-19-03
  • OMB M-17-09
  • OMB M-19-01
  • OMB M-19-21
  • NIST S.P. 800-37
  • NIST S.P. 800-137
  • HHS CPIC
  • HHS HVA
  • HHS ITAM
  • HHS Records Management
  • HHS IS2P

Information Technology Asset Management (ITAM)

Doc Number: HHS-OCIO-OCPO-2020-08-008

Description: Establishes the HHS program for the management of IT and Telecommunication assets in compliance with the Cap Goal 7: Category Management - Leveraging Common Contracts and Best Practices to Drive Saving and Efficiencies, within the President’s Management Agenda (PMA); to buy common goods and services as an enterprise to eliminate redundancies, increase efficiency, and to deliver more value and savings from the government’s acquisition programs

Effective Date: 8/19/2020

Corresponding CMS Publication: 

  • IS2P2
  • ARS

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • Clinger-Cohen Act of 1996
  • E-Government Act
  • MEGABYTE Act of 2016
  • Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act
  • FAR
  • Federal Accounting Standards Advisory Board (FASAB), Statement of Federal Financial Accounting Standards (SFFAS) No. 10, Accounting for Internal Use Software
  • FASAB, Federal Finacial Accounting Technical Release 16, Implementation Guidance for Internal Use Software
  • GAO 14-413
  • OMB A-130
  • OMB M-16-12
  • OMB M-15-14
  • OMB M-19-13
  • HHS FITARA Implementation-Revised HHS IT Governance Framework
  • HHS FITAR Implementation Plan
  • GAO audit recommendations of HHS’s Telecommunications inventory management and IT Strategic Planning

Vulnerability Management

Doc Number: HHS-OCIO-OIS-2020-08-009

Description: Establishes the baseline requirements for maintaining and effective vulnerability management program to implement and support activities pertaining to vulnerability scanning and remediation and to continually manage risks impacting HHS IT resources

Effective Date: 8/19/2020

Corresponding CMS Publication: 

  • IS2P2
  • ARS

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • FISMA 2014
  • OMB A-130
  • Section International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 27002
  • NIST S.P. 800-40
  • NIST S.P. 800-51
  • NIST S.P. 800-53
  • NIST S.P. 800-126
  • NIST S.P. 800-128
  • HHS IS2P

Cyber Supply Chain Risk Management (C-SCRM)

Doc Number: HHS-OCIO-OIS-2020-08-010

Description: Establishes the baseline requirements for securing the information and communications technology (ICT) products and services supply chain in order to protect HHS information systems and information from the risks involving ICT procurement supply chain

Effective Date: 8/18/2020

Corresponding CMS Publication: 

  • IS2P2
  • ARS

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • FISMA 2014
  • SECURE Technology Act
  • Buy American Act
  • Public Law 115-232 § 889
  • FASCSA 2018
  • Comprehensive National Cybersecurity Initiative (CNCI)
  • CISA National Risk Management Center
  • OMB A-130
  • FAR
  • NIST S.P. 800-161
  • NIST S.P. 800-37
  • HHS ISP2

Section 508 Compliance and Accessibility of Information and Communications Technology (ICT)

Doc Number: HHS-OCIO-OES-2020-07-007

Description: Implement uniformity and conformity of accessibility compliance across all of HHS

Effective Date: 7/2020

Corresponding CMS Publication: IS2P2

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • Communications Act of 1934
  • FAR
  • FITARA
  • HHS Acquisition Regulation (HHSAR)
  • 36 CFR § 1193-1194
  • OMB M-17-06
  • OMB M-13-13
  • OMB M-16-20
  • OMB Memorandum, Improving the Accessibility of Government Information
  • OMB Strategic Plan for Improving Management of Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act
  • Rehabilitation Act of 1973
  • Workforce Innovation and Opportunities Act

Information Technology Acquisition Reviews (ITAR)

Doc Number: HHS-OCIO-OES-2020-06-006

Description: Establishes the HHS ITAR Program, which ensures HHS conducts its due diligence to manage and maintain oversight and governance over the procurement of IT therefore contributing to effective planning, budgeting, and execution of IT resources

Effective Date: 6/2020

Corresponding CMS Publication: 

  • IS2P2
  • ARS

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • Clinger-Cohen Act
  • National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015
  • EO 13833
  • FAR
  • HHS Acquisition Regulation (HHSAR)
  • OMB A-11
  • OMB A-130
  • OMB M-15-14
  • OMB M-16-12
  • HHS FITARA Implementation-Revised HHS IT Governance Framework
  • HHS FITARA HHS Implementation Plan
  • HHS Memorandum for Record, HHS Chief Information Officer Delegation of Authorities to Operating Divsiion Chief Information Officers
  • HHS CPIC
  • HHS EPLC
  • HHS Procedures, Guidance and Instructions (PGI)
  • Information Technology Decision Criteria and Clause Matrix
  • HHS IT Procurements - Security and Privacy language
  • HHS Standard for Encryption of computing Devices and Information
  • HHS Minumun Security Configuration Standards Guidance
  • HHS Software Development Secure Coding Practices
  • HHS Directive for Acquisition Strategy

Preparing for and Responding to a Breach

Doc Number: HHS-OCIO-PIM-2020-05-003

Description: Addresses OMB M-17-22, Preparing for and Responding to a Breach of PII, and sets forth the approach of HHS in preparing for and responding to breaches of PII in any medium or form

Effective Date: 5/2020

Corresponding CMS Publication: 

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • FISMA 2014
  • OMB M-17-12
  • OMB M-19-03
  • OMB M-20-04
  • OMB M-16-14
  • OMB A-130
  • PPD-41
  • NIST S.P. 800-34
  • NIST S.P. 800-61
  • NIST S.P. 800-122
  • US-CERT Federal Incident Notification Guidelines
  • National Cybersecurity and Communications Integration Center (NCCIC) Cyber Incident Scoring System
  • Identity Protection Services (IPS) Multiple Award Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA)

Securing Wireless Local Area Networks

Doc Number: HHS-OCIO-OIS-2020-01-001

Description: Updates the requirements and specification for securing all HHS WLANs in compliance with the NIST S.P. 800-153, Guidelines for Securing Wireless Local Area Networks (WLANs) and the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) 802.11 WLANs standards

Effective Date: 1/13/2020

Corresponding CMS Publication: 

  • IS2P2
  • ARS

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • NIST S.P. 800-153
  • NIST S.P. 800-97
  • HHS IS2P
  • HHS Memorandum, Addendum to the HHS IS2P

Enterprise Data Management

Doc Number: HHS-OCIO-OIS-2020-02-002

Description: Establishes the requirements for the efficient and secure management and protection of enterprise data

Effective Date: 11/13/2019

Corresponding CMS Publication: 

  • IS2P2
  • ARS

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • FISMA 2014
  • FITARA
  • FIPS 199
  • OMB A-130
  • OMB M-13-13
  • OMB M-17-12
  • NIST S.P. 800-37
  • HHS IS2P

Domain Name System (DNS) and DNS Security Extensions (DNSSEC) Services

Doc Number: HHS-OCIO-OIS-2019-11-011

Description: Establishes the minumum requirements for implementing the DNS and DNSEC services across the HHS and the OpDiv networks

Effective Date: 10/2019

Corresponding CMS Publication: 

  • IS2P2
  • ARS

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • OMB A-130
  • DHS DNS Security Reference Architecture
  • NIST S.P. 800-81
  • NIST S.P. 800-53
  • DHS B.O.D. 19-01

Internet and Email Security

Doc Number: HHS-OCIO-OIS-2019-10-009

Description: Establishes the minimum requirements for securing the internet and email services throughout HHS, including OpDivs

Effective Date: 10/2019

Corresponding CMS Publication: 

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • EO 13800
  • OMB M-15-13
  • DHS B.O.D 19-01
  • DHS B.O.D 18-01
  • NIST S.P. 800-177
  • NIST S.P. 800-119
  • Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Bureau of Consumer Protections, Businesses Can Help Stop Phishing and Protect their Brands Using Email Authentication
  • HHS Rules of Behavior (ROB)

High Value Asset (HVA) Program

Doc Number: HHS-OCIO-OES-2018-09-006

Description: Provides HHS OpDivs and StaffDivs with the policy for governance of HHS’ HVAs along with the requirements for the identification, categorization, prioritization, reporting, assessment, and the remediation of finding of HVAs

Effective Date: 8/2019

Corresponding CMS Publication: 

  • IS2P2
  • ARS

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • OMB M-16-04
  • OMB M-19-02
  • OMB M-19-03
  • OMB M-13-13
  • OMB A-123
  • OMB A-130
  • DHS B.O.D. 18-02
  • Cybersecurity Strategy and Implementation Plan for the Federal Civilian Government (CSIP)
  • Cybersecurity National Action Plan (CNAP)
  • HHS IS2P
  • HHS Continuity of Operation Program
  • HHS IT Procurements - Security and Privacy Language
  • Senior Accountable Official for Risk Management (SAORM) Designee for Department of Homeland Security B.O.D. 18-02 Securing HVAs

Mobile Devices and Removable Media

Doc Number: HHS-OCIO-OIS-2019-09-0005

Description: Protects HHS information and information systems from risks related to the use of mobile devices for government businesses and the risks of using mobile devices to access HHS information systems remotely from outside of HHS facilities

Effective Date: 8/2019

Corresponding CMS Publication: 

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • FISMA 2014
  • Federal Records Act of 1950
  • NIST S.P. 800-53
  • NIST S.P. 800-124
  • EO 13556
  • OMB A-130
  • HHS IS2P
  • HHS Rules of Behavior for Use of HHS Information and IT Resources Policy

Software Development Secure Coding Practices

Doc Number: HHS-OCIO-OES-2019-08-005

Description: Establishes the minimum baseline secure coding practices that must be implemented to ensure secure code is “built in” in the early phases of the software development lifecycle in order to protect and secure all HHS information, IT systems, and networks

Effective Date: 8/2019

Corresponding CMS Publication:

  • IS2P2
  • ARS

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • HIPAA
  • FISMA 2014
  • OMB A-130
  • HHS IS2P

Mobile Applications Privacy Policy

Doc Number: HHS-OCIO-PIM-2018-09-001

Description: Sets forth HHS policy for protecting privacy in HHS Mobile Applications

Effective Date: 8/2018

Corresponding CMS Publication:

  • IS2P2
  • ARS

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • FISMA 2014
  • COPPA 1998
  • Privacy Act of 1974
  • OMB M-17-06
  • OMB A-130
  • OMB A-108
  • Digital Government: Building a 21st Century Platform to Better Serve the American People
  • NIST 800-53
  • NIST S.P. 800-163
  • NIST S.P. 800-37
  • NIST S.P. 800-61
  • NIST S.P. 800-122
  • HHS Policy and Plan for Preparing for and Responding to Breaches of PII
  • HHS Privacy Impact Assessment Guidance
  • HHS IS2P
  • HHS Privacy Impact Assessments (PIA)

Information Technology (IT) Policy for Enterprise Performance Life Cycle (EPLC)

Doc Number: HHS-OCIO-2008-004.002

Description: All HHS IT projects shall be managed using the HHS EPLC Framework, including life cycle phases, reviews, deliverables, activities, responsibilities, and tailoring, regardless of the specific development methodology used

Effective Date: 11/2016

Corresponding CMS Publication: 

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • HHS Acquisition Regulation (HHSAR)
  • Federal Acquisition Certification-Program and Project Manager Program (FAC-P/PM)
  • HHS IT Capital Planning and Investment Control
  • HHS IRM Policy for Conducting IT Alternatives Analysis
  • HHS IT Performance Management (PfM)
  • HHS Enterprise Architecture (EA)
  • HHS IT System Inventory Management
  • HHS Records Mangement
  • HHS Implementing Email Records Management
  • HHS Section 508 and Accessibility of Technology and Communications Technology (ICT)
  • HHS Security Policies, Standards, Charters and Training Resources
  • HHS Incident Reporting, Policy and Incident Management Reference
  • HHS PIA
  • FITARA
  • GAO Cost Estimating and Assessment Guide
  • OMB M-05-23
  • OMB A-11
  • OMB A-127
  • OMB A-130

Environmental Practices of Electronics

Doc Number: N/A

Description: Provides the framework for the implementation of sound environmental practices in the acquisition, operations and maintenance, and end-of-life management of HHS-purchased electronic products

Effective Date: 6/5/2011

Corresponding CMS Publication: CMS Property Management

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • EO 13423
  • EO 13514

Electronic Stewardship

Doc Number: HHS-OCIO-2011-0002.001

Description: Provides the framework for the implementation of sound environmental practices in the acquisition, operations and maintenance, and end-of-life management of HHS-purchased electronic products

Effective Date: 6/2011

Corresponding CMS Publication: CMS Property Management

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • EO 13423
  • EO 13514

Policy for FOIA Investigatory & Audit Matters

Doc Number: N/A

Description: Provides HHS staff with a policy for legal holds and to inform HHS staff about FOIA, investigatory, and audit matters that require holds on HHS records and other related documentary materials

Effective Date: 1/26/2011

Corresponding CMS Publication: CMS Freedom of Information Group

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • FOIA
  • 44 U.S.C Chapter 31
  • 44 U.S.C Chapter 33
  • 5 U.S.C Chapter 552
  • 36 CFR Chapter XII, subchapter B
  • Federal Rules of Civil Procedure (FRCP)

Policy for Networks Program Designated Agency Representatives

Doc Number: HHS-OCIO-2010-0005

Description: Identifies and provides supplemental information in the establishment of titles, roles and responsibilities of Designated Agency Representatives (DARs) for the move from the FTS-2001 contract to the Networx contract and its transition program

Effective Date: 6/10/2010

Corresponding CMS Publication: Coming Soon

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • FAR
  • General Services Administration (GSA) guidelines regarding Networx contracts, policies, and procedures
  • GSA DAR Guidelines for Network Services Contracts of the Office of ITS FAA

Policy for Enterprise Architecture

Doc Number: HHS-OCIO-2008-0003.001

Description: Outlines the roles and responsibilities for ensuring compliance with legislative and executive level guidance on Enterprise Architecture (EA)

Effective Date: 8/7/2008

Corresponding CMS Publication: Coming Soon

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • GRPA 1993
  • FASA V 1994
  • PRA 1995
  • Clinger-Cohen Act of 1996
  • Government Paperwork Elimination Act of 1998
  • GISRA 2000
  • FISMA 2002
  • E-Government Act of 2002
  • EO 13011
  • OMB A-11
  • OMB A-109
  • OMB A-123
  • OMB A-127
  • OMB A-130
  • OMB M-00-07
  • OMB M-97-02

Policy for eGov Forms

Doc Number: HHS-OCIO-2006-0003

Description: Ensures that HHS maintains accurate form content for those HHS forms that are in the E-Gov Forms Catalogue, managed by the Small Business Administration (SBA) and the General Services Administration (GSA) under the Business Gateway (BG) initiative

Effective Date: 6/7/2006

Corresponding CMS Publication: Coming Soon

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • Federal Property and Administrative Services Act of 1949
  • E-Government Act of 2002
  • Section 508 Rehabilitation Act
  • Paperwork Reduction Act of 1980
  • Information Quality Act
  • 5 U.S.C. 552a(e)(1)
  • 44 U.S.C. 3508
  • Small Business Paperwork Relief Act of 2002
  • 36 CFR Parts 1220-1238
  • 5 CFR part 1320
  • OMB A-130

Policy for HHSMail Change Management

Doc Number: HHS-OCIO 2006-0002.001

Description: Establishes the policy for change management within the HHS HHSMail project

Effective Date: 3/2/2006

Corresponding CMS Publication: Coming Soon

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • Clinger-Cohen Act
  • OMB A-130
  • OMB A-11
  • OMB A-123

HHS Standards

HHS Standard for Plan of Action and Milestones (POAM) Management and Reporting

Doc Number: HHS-OCIO-2019-0002.001S

Description: Provides OpDivs with the baseline standards and guidelines for properly documenting and managing POA&Ms and support the OpDivs in their development and management of POA&Ms within their respective organizations

Effective Date: 6/3/2019

Corresponding CMS Publication: 

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • FISMA 2014
  • EO 13800
  • NIST S.P. 800-53
  • OMB A-130
  • OMB M-14-04
  • HHS IS2P

HHS Standard for System Inventory Management

Doc Number: HHS-OCIO-2018-0001.002S

Description: Provides guidance and the baseline standards for maintaining a comprehensive inventory of all systems throughout HHS and enable management to have continuous accounting of all information systems and information assets

Effective Date: 12/27/2018

Corresponding CMS Publication: 

  • IS2P2
  • ARS

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • FISMA 2014
  • OMB A-130
  • NIST S.P. 800-37
  • NIST S.P. 800-137
  • HHS IS2P
  • HHS Memorandum, FY15 Cybersecurity IT Priorities

Minimum Security Configuration Standards Guidance

Doc Number: HHS-OCIO-2017-0001.001S

Description: Provides personnel involved in configuring or connecting servers, workstations, or network devices to the HHS infrastructure with minimum security configuration standards for each respective device

Effective Date: 10/5/2017

Corresponding CMS Publication: 

  • IS2P2
  • ARS

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • Cyber Security Research and Development Act of 2002
  • FISMA 2014
  • OMB A-130
  • CNSS Instruction No. 4009
  • HHS IS2P
  • NIST S.P. 800-37
  • NIST S.P. 800-52
  • NIST S.P. 800-53
  • NIST S.P. 800-60
  • NIST S.P. 800-70
  • NIST S.P. 800-115
  • NIST S.P. 800-128
  • NIST S.P. 800-152
  • NIST S.P. 800-175A
  • NIST S.P. 800-179

HHS Minimum Security Configuration Standards for Palo Alto Networks

Doc Number: HHS-OCIO-2017-0001-002S

Description: Provides OpDivs with specific technical configuration guidance for implementing the Palo Alto Networks Uniform Resource Locator (URL) filtering and Transport Layer Security (TLS) decryption solution

Effective Date: 5/31/2017

Corresponding CMS Publication: 

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • FISMA 2014
  • OMB A-130
  • NIST S.P. 800-66
  • HHS IS2P

HHS Memoranda

HHS Approved Physical Access and Logical Access Authentication Mechanisms

Effective Date: 3/15/2024

Corresponding CMS Publication: 

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • HSPD-12
  • OMB M-19-17
  • OMB M-22-09
  • NIST S.P. 800-63-3
  • NIST S.P. 800-63A
  • NIST S.P. 800-63B
  • NIST S.P. 800-63C
  • NIST S.P. 800-157
  • NIST S.P. 800-217
  • OMB A-123

Reminder of Existing HHS IT User Policies Relevant for Third-Party Generative AI Tools

Effective Date: 12/20/2023

Corresponding CMS Publication: Coming Soon

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • 40 U.S.C § 11319(b)(1)(A)
  • 40 U.S.C § 11319
  • 40 U.S.C § 11315(c)(2)
  • HHS Securing AI Technology
  • HHS Rules of Behavior for Use of Information and IT Resources

Memorandum M-23-13 “No TikTok on Government Devices” Implementation

Effective Date: 3/31/2023

Corresponding CMS Publication: Coming Soon

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • No TikTok on Government Devices Act
  • OMB M-23-13

IS2P / NIST S.P. 800-53 Revision 5 - Compliance Timeline

Effective Date: 12/20/2022

Corresponding CMS Publication: 

  • IS2P2
  • ARS

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • NIST S.P. 800-53
  • HHS IS2P  
  • HHS Control Catalog

Updated Department Standard Warning Banner for HHS Systems

Effective Date: 9/12/2022

Corresponding CMS Publication: 

  • IS2P2
  • ARS

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • NIST S.P. 800-53

Rescission of Outdated and Superseded Policy

Effective Date: 12/9/2021

Corresponding CMS Publication: Coming Soon

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • HHS IS2P
  • HHS Control Catalog
  • HHS Minimum Security Configuration Standards Guidance
  • HHS Minimum Security Configuration Standards for Palo Alto Networks

HHS Social Security Number (SSN) Reduction and Elimination

Effective Date: 6/10/2021

Corresponding CMS Publication: 

  • IS2P2
  • ARS

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • Privacy Act of 1974
  • E-Government Act of 2002
  • FISMA 2014
  • Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995
  • OMB M-17-12
  • OMB M-07-16
  • OMB M-03-22
  • OMB A-130
  • EO 9397
  • NIST S.P. 800-53
  • HHS Preparing for and Responding to a Breach of PII
  • HHS PIA
  • HHS Sensitive PII Definition and Guidance
  • HHS IS2P

Complete Transition to IPv 6 Memorandum

Effective Date: 4/29/2021

Corresponding CMS Publication: Coming Soon

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • OMB M-21-07

Roles & Repsonsibilities of OpDiv SOPs

Effective Date: 3/3/2021

Corresponding CMS Publication: IS2P2

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • FISMA 2014
  • E-Government Act of 2002
  • Privacy Act of 1974
  • Paperwork Reduction Act
  • FAR
  • Implementing Recommendations of the 9/11 Commission Act of 2007
  • EO 13636
  • EO 9397
  • NIST S.P. 800-53
  • OMB A-130
  • OMB M-20-04
  • OMB M-16-24
  • OMB M-17-12
  • OMB M-10-23
  • OMB M-10-22
  • OMB M-07-16
  • OMB M-03-22
  • HHS IS2P
  • HHS IT Acquisition Reviews (ITAR)
  • HHS Preparing for and Responding to a Breach of PII
  • HHS High Value Asset (HVA) Program
  • HHS IT Procurements Security and Privacy Language
  • HHS Acquisition Regulation (HHSAR)
  • HHS Mobile Applications Privacy Policy
  • HHS POA&M Standard
  • HHS PIA
  • HHS Sensitive PII Definition and Guidance

Use of Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) During Foreign Travel

Effective Date: 2/10/21

Corresponding CMS Publication: CMS Counterintelligence and Insider Threat - Foreign Travel

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • FIPS 140-2

Rescission of Security and Privacy Outdated and Superseded Policies

Effective Date: 11/25/2019

Corresponding CMS Publication: Coming Soon

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • HHS IT Security and Privacy Incident Reporting and Response
  • HHS IS2P
  • HHS Minimum Security Configurations Standards Guidance
  • HHS Preparing for and Responding to a Breach of PII
  • HHS PIA

Sensitive PII Definition and Guidance

Effective Date: 12/4/2018

Corresponding CMS Publication: 

  • IS2P2
  • ARS

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • Paperwork Reduction Act
  • OMB A-130
  • HHS Preparing for and Responding to a Breach of PII
  • HHS PIA
  • OMB M-10-23
  • OMB M-17-12
  • NIST S.P. 800-122
  • NIST S.P. 800-88

Addendum to the HHS IS2P

Effective Date: 5/24/2018

Corresponding CMS Publication: Coming Soon

Corresponding Federal Publication: Coming Soon

Requirement for Role-Based Training of Personnel with Significant Security Responsibilities

Effective Date: 6/28/2017

Corresponding CMS Publication: 

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • FISMA 2014
  • FCWAA 2015
  • 5 CFR 930.301
  • NIST S.P. 800-181
  • NIST S.P. 800-16
  • HHS IS2P

HHS Cloud Computing and Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program Guidance

Effective Date: 7/15/2016

Corresponding CMS Publication: 

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • FedRAMP
  • NIST S.P. 800-144
  • NIST S.P. 800-137
  • HHS Cloud Computing Strategy

End-of-Life Operating Systems, Software and Applications Policy

Effective Date: 5/19/2016

Corresponding CMS Publication: 

  • IS2P2
  • ARS

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • NIST S.P. 800-53

FY15 Cybersecurity IT Priorities

Effective Date: 6/1/2015

Corresponding CMS Publication: Coming Soon

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • FISMA 2014
  • FITARA
  • EO 13636
  • HHS Acquisition Regulation (HHSAR)

HHS Usage of Unauthorized External Information Systems to Conduct Department Business Memorandum

Effective Date: 1/8/2014

Corresponding CMS Publication: IS2P2

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • HHS IS2P

HHS Security Data Warehouse Escalation Memorandum

Effective Date: 7/15/2013

Corresponding CMS Publication: Coming Soon

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • FISMA 2014

Policy for Monitoring Employee Use of HHS IT Resources (2013)

Effective Date: 6/26/2013

Corresponding CMS Publication: IS2P2

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • IG Act 1978
  • Privacy Act of 1974
  • HIPAA
  • Whistleblower Protection Act
  • FOIA

Determining Non-Sensitive Data on Mobile Computers/Devices

Effective Date: 1/11/2013

Corresponding CMS Publication: IS2P2

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • OMB M-06-16

Implementation of OMB M-10-22 and M-10-23

Effective Date: 12/21/2010

Corresponding CMS Publication: Coming Soon

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • OMB M-10-22
  • OMB M-10-23
  • OMB M-07-16
  • HHS IS2P

Resolving Security Audit Finding Disputes

Effective Date: 5/13/2010

Corresponding CMS Publication: Coming Soon

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • OMB M-08-21

Updated Departmental Standard for the Definition of Sensitive Information

Effective Date: 5/18/2009

Corresponding CMS Publication: 

  • IS2P2
  • ARS

Corresponding Federal Publication: Coming Soon

Applicability of FISMA to HHS Grantees

Effective Date: 10/29/2007

Corresponding CMS Publication: IS2P2

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • FISMA 2002
  • OMB M-07-19

HHS Guides, Forms, and Templates

Information Security & Privacy Certification Checklist

Effective Date: 7/1/2021

Corresponding CMS Publication: 

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • Privacy Act of 1974
  • NIST S.P. 800-60
  • NIST S.P. 800-88
  • FIPS 199

Policy Exception-Risk Based Decision Request

Effective Date: 7/10/2019

Corresponding CMS Publication: 

  • IS2P2
  • ARS

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • 44 U.S. C, Sec. 3502
  • OMB A-127
  • OMB A-130
  • OMB M-19-03
  • OMB M-17-12

HHS Guidance for Selection of e-Authentication Assurance Levels

Effective Date: 3/2019

Corresponding CMS Publication: 

  • IS2P2
  • ARS

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • EO 13681
  • NIST S.P. 800-63
  • NIST S.P. 800-63-3
  • NIST S.P. 800-63A
  • NIST S.P. 800-63B
  • NIST S.P. 800-63C
  • OMB M-04-04
  • HHS IS2P

HHS Guidance for e-Authentication RA Template

Effective Date: 3/2019

Corresponding CMS Publication:

  • IS2P2
  • ARS

Corresponding Federal Publication: 

  • NIST S.P. 800-63
  • NIST S.P. 800-63-3
  • NIST S.P. 800-63A
  • NIST S.P. 800-63B
  • NIST S.P. 800-63C
  • HHS IS2P

Charter Establishing the EPLC Change Control Board

Effective Date: N/A

Corresponding CMS Publication: CMS.gov - Target Life Cycle

Corresponding Federal Publication: N/A

Non-Disclosure Agreement

Effective Date: N/A

Corresponding CMS Publication: Coming Soon

Corresponding Federal Publication: N/A