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AWS Step Functions workflows now available as AI agent tools

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AWS·Oct 29, 2026, 08:00 AMFeatureAI-assisted summary

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Enables AWS Step Functions (Standard and Express) workflows to be used as tools by AI agents through Amazon Bedrock AgentCore Gateway
Agents can trigger workflows, pass inputs, and query run status to automate multi‑step business processes
Feature is available in all regions with AgentCore Gateway; usage billed at standard Step Functions rates; see the developer guide for setup

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