Bringing Claude Code and Claude Cowork to Government — FedRAMP High Public Beta

What is new

• Claude Code in Government Desktop: build and modernize software systems in a FedRAMP High authorized environment
• Claude Cowork in Government Desktop: work with desktop files — memos, RFP reviews, casework, decks
• Hash-chained audit log: tamper-evident log of administrative actions with two-person approval for sensitive operations
• SCIM group mappings: per-seat-tier rate limits and model restrictions for sub-agencies
• Spend governance: configurable seat tiers, spend limits, and model restrictions per department
• Metered usage exports: metering data only (no content), suitable for IG and ATO requests
• Deployment: via standard agency MDM platforms; Anthropic remains contracting and billing party

Why it matters

U.S. government agencies can now deploy Claude Code and Cowork in a fully FedRAMP High authorized environment without a separate cloud-provider relationship. Audit logs and spend controls are purpose-built for ATO processes and Inspector General requirements.

How to try it

Available via Claude for Government Desktop (public beta from July 7, 2026). Anthropic has published a FedRAMP Secure Configuration Guide for security teams.