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Summary: Why did the U.S. government partner with OpenAI to use ChatGPT across federal agencies?
The partnership is part of a broader effort to modernize government operations using artificial intelligence. Through the deal, agencies will gain low-cost access to ChatGPT Enterprise, along with training and support tools. It also aligns with the White House’s goal of making the U.S. a global leader in AI development.
The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) has entered into a new partnership with artificial intelligence (AI) company OpenAI, aiming to provide federal agencies with streamlined access to advanced artificial intelligence tools as part of the government’s broader tech modernization initiative.
According to a press release by the federal agency, this “first-of-its-kind” agreement directly supports the White House’s America’s AI Action Plan. “GSA is playing a leading role in the Trump Administration’s adoption of AI technology by government,” GSA Acting Administrator Michael Rigas stated. “Our government’s effective use of AI is critical to demonstrating we are the world’s AI leader and we are thankful for OpenAI’s partnership,” he added.
As part of the agreement, OpenAI will provide universal access to its AI chatbot, ChatGPT Enterprise, a subscription plan designed for businesses and organizations, across participating U.S. federal agencies for a symbolic fee of $1 per agency for one year. The deal also includes an additional 60-day period of unlimited use of OpenAI’s advanced models.
To support adoption and responsible use, federal employees will gain access to educational tools, including a dedicated government user community, introductory training resources, and customized learning platforms. Training may be delivered directly by OpenAI or through authorized partners, ensuring a tailored onboarding experience across agencies.
“We’re proud to partner with the General Services Administration, delivering on President Trump’s AI Action Plan, to make ChatGPT available across the federal government, helping public servants deliver for the American people,” OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said.
Public reaction to the announcement has been mixed. While some users welcomed the government’s adoption of advanced AI tools, others voiced concerns over privacy, oversight, and long-term implications.
One user on X raised concerns about the data OpenAI may access through its work with federal agencies, suggesting that such information could potentially be used to further train the company’s AI models.
Another user on X also raised concerns about how the partnership might impact data privacy. “None of us voted for you to be able to collect sensitive information at a massive scale from our government’s employees. We do not consent to this,” the X user wrote.
The partnership reflects a growing trend in government adoption of advanced AI tools and brings renewed attention to the need for clear standards around accountability, data governance, and the ethical use of machine learning in public systems.
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