US Government Copilot update expands models and in-app capabilities
Microsoft’s government-cloud update confirms GPT-5.6, Edit with Copilot in Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and Copilot in Forms are available in GCC, GCC High and DoD.
Availability differs for other experiences:
- The simplified, chat-centered Copilot app design is available in GCC and GCC High, with DoD coming later.
- Scheduling through Copilot chat is available in GCC, rolling out to DoD and coming later to GCC High.
The update distinguishes completed availability from rollout and planned delivery across government environments. Government customers and their implementation partners should use the status for their specific cloud when planning deployments.
Partner briefing
- What it is
Copilot capabilities for US Government clouds.
- What’s changing
Models and core editing expand, with scheduling and app redesign on different rollout stages.
- Why it matters
Deployment scope differs across GCC, GCC High and DoD.
- Who it affects
US Government customers and partners implementing Microsoft 365 Copilot.