Trusted Workforce 2.0 Advancing: Clearance Eligibility Extended to Five Years Post-DOD

TW 2.0 is operationalizing the 'clear once, trusted everywhere' standard with accelerated reciprocity across DOD, IC, and civilian agencies. AI-assisted predictive analytics deployed for risk flagging. The FY2026 defense bill extends clearance eligibility to five years post-DOD departure, up from 24 months -- a significant expansion of the IC-eligible talent pool for transitioning military personnel.