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Meta’s Llama AI approved for use by U.S. federal agencies

Ken Metral

24 Sep 2025 — 1 min read

Credit: Meta Platforms, Inc.

The U.S. government will soon allow federal agencies to use Meta Platforms’ Llama artificial intelligence system, marking another step in the Trump administration’s push to integrate commercial AI tools into government operations.

Llama Approved for Federal Use

Josh Gruenbaum, procurement lead at the General Services Administration (GSA), confirmed that Llama will be added to the government’s list of approved AI tools. This ensures that agencies can adopt the system with confidence that it meets federal security and legal standards.

Llama, a large language model (LLM) developed by Meta, is capable of processing text, images, video, and audio. Unlike many AI competitors, Llama is offered free of charge, opening opportunities for experimentation across agencies without significant upfront costs.

Part of a Broader AI Push

The GSA has recently approved other AI systems from major players including Amazon Web Services, Microsoft, Google, Anthropic, and OpenAI. These companies agreed to provide their paid products to the government at steep discounts while adhering to federal security requirements.

Gruenbaum emphasized that the discounts aren’t about political alignment but about building partnerships:

“It’s not about currying favor. It’s about that recognition of how do we all lock in arms and make this country the best country it could possibly be.”

Practical Applications for Agencies

Once approved, federal agencies will be able to use Llama for a variety of tasks, from speeding up contract reviews to resolving IT problems more efficiently. The goal is to bring commercial AI innovation into government operations to reduce inefficiencies and improve service delivery.

The Bigger Picture

The inclusion of Llama in the federal AI toolkit underscores both the government’s eagerness to adopt cutting-edge technologies and Meta’s growing role in the public sector AI landscape. By approving multiple vendors, the GSA aims to foster a competitive environment that prioritizes security, affordability, and innovation.

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