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Framework Data Content Standard Begins ANSI/INCITS/L1 Approval Process
Article: A "Natural Resource" - Agencies Benefit from Metadata Development
FGDC Adopts Policy on Recognition of non-Federally Authored Standards
The FGDC Steering Committee voted to endorse the FGDC Policy on Recognition of Non-Federally Authored Geographic Information Standards and Specifications in November 2005. This policy establishes a mechanism for FGDC recognition of non-Federally authored standards or specifications that are relevant to the missions and spatial data responsibilities of Federal agencies as set forth in Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Circular A-16.
Draft Geospatial Modernization Blueprint Charter Available for Review
Draft Geospatial Profile of the FEA released for review
The draft Geospatial Profile of the FEA, Version 0.3 has just been completed and is ready for review by the Architecture and Infrastructure Committee (AIC) and the Federal Geographic Data Committee (FGDC) Coordination Group.
FGDC Collaborating in the Development of a Geospatial Profile for Enterprise Architecture