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Key Takeaways from the January 2026 CMMC Town Hall: Hard Copy CUI, Scope, and Program Changes
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The January 2026 CMMC Town Hall brought several important clarifications and program updates that directly impact Department of War (DoD) contractors.
In this episode of the CMMC Compliance Guide Podcast, we break down what changed, what was clarified, and what contractors should take away from the latest guidance.
We cover:
New DOW CIO leadership changes and what they mean for CMMC
Updated clarification on Hard Copy CUI (and what qualifies)
Why encryption alone does NOT define scope
Government shutdown impact on assessments
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