How will draft White House policies limiting contractors' control over AI use affect contract terms and IP negotiations? 2026
GSA-led draft policies will force contractors to cede certain controls over AI outputs by end of 2026, changing IP carve-outs, warranties, and pricing. Prepare updated clauses, budget $50K-$250K for compliance, and rework IP licensing before December 31, 2026.
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According to GSA, draft White House language would restrict vendors from contractually limiting government reuse, modification, or disclosure of AI outputs and models, shifting IP negotiation leverage to agencies and requiring broader government rights, transparency, and audit access. Per the White House fact sheet, agencies will require clauses by year-end 2026 to remove vendor control.