Trusted Workforce 2.0 Implementation Delayed to 2028; Clearance Reciprocity Reforms Advance

TW 2.0 personnel vetting reform, originally planned for FY2026 completion, now targets 2028 due to NBIS IT system delays. The FY2026 defense bill extends clearance eligibility from 24 months to five years after departing DOD, a significant reciprocity improvement for transitioning military and IC personnel. GAO oversight continues to flag gaps between policy intent and IT infrastructure readiness.