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HSPD-12

Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12

Description: Directive requires the development and agency implementation of a mandatory, government-wide standard for secure and reliable forms of identification for Federal employees and contractors.

Identity Scope:

FICAM Services Alignment:

Publication Date: 2004-08-27

Fiscal Year: 2004

Authored by:

Items Amending HSPD-12

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