Expanding AI access and cyber defense for federal, state, local, and tribal governments

AITopTools Editorial TeamSeptember 10, 2026

What changed

OpenAI and the U.S. General Services Administration will offer eligible federal, state, local, and tribal governments free licenses and 50% off usage. The agreement also includes expanded support for cyber defense.

What this means for you

Eligible government agencies will be able to access OpenAI services at lower cost and receive additional cybersecurity support. The offer is intended for government use and is described as forthcoming, not as already available to everyone.

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