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The Department of Defense (DoD), General Services Administration (GSA), and NASA have proposed changes to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to improve small business participation in multiple-award contracts. This proposal aims to expand the use of small business set-asides, promote more coordination with small business specialists during planning, and increase opportunities for small businesses to win government contracts. It introduces stricter documentation and coordination requirements for agencies, especially when opting not to set aside projects for small businesses, and discusses using tools like "on-ramps" to include more small businesses in long-term contracts. These changes are intended to boost competition and economic strength by involving more small businesses in government contracts.

On April 26, 2025, President Donald J. Trump issued Proclamation 10924, marking the day as World Intellectual Property Day. The proclamation emphasizes the importance placed on protecting intellectual property by the United States to foster creativity and innovation in the nation. President Trump highlights initiatives like the establishment of the Council of Advisors on Science and Technology and efforts to safeguard emerging technologies, asserting that these actions are crucial for maintaining America’s technological leadership and economic strength. He encourages all Americans to recognize and celebrate the achievements of creators and inventors that contribute to the nation’s progress.