10. If the Data Exchange Framework (DxF) is to be technology-agnostic, why does the Technical Requirements for Exchange Policy and Procedure identify and require specific technical standards for Exchange?

California law directs the DxF to “enable and require real-time Access to, or Exchange of, health information among Participants through any health information exchange network, health information organization, or technology that adheres to specified standards and policies.” Technical standards in this Policy and Procedure are examples of specified standards that some Participants are required to use through the health information network, health information exchange, or technology they choose.