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911 Tech Firm Prepared Raises $27M as It Pushes AI As emergency dispatch
centers transition to the mobile age, massive venture capital firm Andreessen
Horowitz is betting that Prepared can help lead the public safety pack. The
company’s CEO talks more about his new funding round. READ MORE
A Lack of Competition Among ISPs Can Cause Ripple Effects A surprisingly large
number of locations across the United States have little to no competition
among Internet service providers, which can lead to expensive — and not always
great — service. READ MORE
A New Tool Allows Governments to
Track Crime Data in Real Time By the time federal crime
rate statistics are published, they're already out of date. A new online
resource provides a month-to-month view of crime rates. READ
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A Risky Path to the Dream of Homeownership Millions of
Americans, particularly people of color buying lower-cost homes, have turned to
land contracts and other alternative financing that lack the protections of
traditional mortgages. Lawmakers could make these processes a lot safer. READ MORE
AI Can Help Schools Quickly Detect, Remediate Cyber
Threats Artificial intelligence may help schools identify and
resolve cybersecurity issues faster, as long as it’s on a unified platform or
has interoperability with other applications on the school’s network. READ MORE
AWS is Helping Small and Mid-Sized
Government Agencies Modernize with Cloud Discover
actionable guidance and best practices on how to respond stronger and faster to
serve your constituents more effectively—together with CrowdStrike, Esri, and
Tyler Technologies. LEARN MORE
Biden Warns About AI Risks in Final United Nations Address
The speech was the main event of Biden’s final appearance as
president at the annual summit, where he also will meet privately with a number
of global counterparts. READ MORE
Birmingham Pilot Blossoms into a
Lifeline to Jobs, Housing Birmingham's
microtransit boosts job access by 79%, delivering over 300K rides with
Birmingham On-Demand. LEARN
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California to Host Governor’s Debate This Weekend — for
2026 On Sunday, California Democrats will hold their first major
candidate debate for those vying to replace Gov. Gavin Newsom in 2026. Four of
the five current candidates will face off. READ MORE
Can Real-Time State Data Ease Parents’ Child-Care Woes? How Iowa was able to navigate the
red tape involved with real-time child-care search, vacancy and supply and
demand dashboards to help parents quickly find available child care in the
state. READ MORE
Can the CIO Be a Co-Equal at the Cabinet Table? From expanding the
role of state CIOs to building federal partnerships, the head of NASCIO makes
the case for technologists in shaping the future of how government works. READ MORE
Car-free Living Becomes a Reality in
this Utah Community The region's new transit
network connects downtown with the surrounding mountains, and residents are
raving. LEARN
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Cat and Mouse: Keeping Up With the
Evolution of AI As AI evolves, government must do so as
well to effectively leverage the technology for improved service delivery,
attendees said at the yearly Digital Benefits Conference. Accurate data is
essential to make AI-powered systems work as designed for government. READ MORE
Celebrities Urge California Governor to Sign AI Safety
Bill More than 125 Hollywood actors, directors,
producers, music artists and entertainment industry leaders have added their
names to a letter released Tuesday to Gov. Gavin Newsom. READ MORE
CIAM:
The Key to Trusted Online Relationships for Government Services This paper explores how
Customer Identity and Access Management (CIAM) solutions help state and local
governments deliver secure, personalized digital services that rival the
private sector. DOWNLOAD
Code for America’s Free Tax Filing Coming to More States The nonprofit is
expanding its state tax filing tool, which is integrated with the IRS’ current
Direct File program, to Maryland and North Carolina in 2025. The move is
estimated to reach more than 700,000 residents. READ MORE
Connecticut’s New CISO Gene Meltser Aims to Reduce Risk State officials have plucked
Gene Meltser from the private sector to serve as state chief information
security officer. The C-suite arrival will leverage his cybersecurity
experience to mitigate risk for the government and its constituents. READ MORE
CrowdStrike Congressional Hearing Seeks Lessons Learned The cybersecurity company
told members of Congress that the faulty content update that crashed machines
worldwide was a “perfect storm” of things going wrong, and that it’s revising
how it pushes out updates. READ MORE
Digital States 2024: Innovation, Inclusion and
Whole-of-State Services In the two years since the last Digital States
Survey from the Center for Digital Government, leading states have put resident
experience at the center of their work while also embracing cutting-edge
technologies. READ MORE
Eproval named official permitting
software sponsor for the Municipal Special Events Summit As an
official sponsor, Eproval will showcase its cutting-edge platform that
streamlines special event permitting for public agencies. READ MORE
eSTART Hits Milestone as It Pushes for Digital Titles The group, which includes
executives from the automotive industry, wants to replace paper-based processes
at DMVs with digital tools. Its new advisory board promises to up that push in
the coming months. READ MORE
FCC to Open Funding for Cybersecurity in K-12, Libraries The three-year $200
million Schools and Libraries Cybersecurity Pilot Program opens its application
window this fall. The near-term goal is to secure schools most in need, but
long-term it will help nationwide. READ MORE
Five Steps to Take to Adopt AI The
Roadmap for Government AI Adoption outlines five actionable steps you can take
to responsibly benefit from AI in your government organization. Download the Roadmap
Florida County Prepares for Hurricane With New Tool Pasco County, near Tampa Bay, has deployed CentralSquare
software to help public works better fix damage from natural disasters and
cyber attacks. It’s the latest example of using gov tech for disaster
management. READ MORE
Four
Ways to Get Ready for AI in Transportation Transportation leaders
need practical AI guidance now. This paper details steps in data, workforce,
cybersecurity, and collaboration for agencies to achieve an AI-driven future. DOWNLOAD
How 7 Cities Funded Their New
Microtransit Services See the federal, state, and
local grants that turn public transit dreams into reality. LEARN
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How Education Has Become the Election Issue to Avoid For many politicians
at both a state and national level, education has become a topic to avoid
during this year’s election cycle. But with its significance to state and local
communities, some local officials want to bring the issue forward. READ MORE
How Mayors Use Microtransit to
Transform Their Communities Better transit drives
economic development and spurs opportunities. It's easier to launch than you
think. LEARN
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Improving the Constituent Experience
to Rebuild Public Trust When constituents face barriers
to accessing government services, the result is not just momentary frustration.
It's a deeper sense of neglect by the institutions meant to serve them. By improving
the constituent experience, governments aren't just implementing faster and
more efficient services. They're rebuilding public trust. DOWNLOAD
In the Tightest States, New Voting Laws Could Tip
November’s Outcome Pandemic protections offer more ballot
options, but election lies are driving new restrictions. READ MORE
In the Weeds: Why Massachusetts Has
the Lowest Rate of Traffic Deaths Massachusetts has
the lowest rate of traffic deaths per vehicle mile traveled, according to
recently published federal data. State transportation leaders credit safety
strategies — and congestion. READ
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Lawmaker Calls on State Leaders to Reform New York’s
Beleaguered Guardianship System A new bill asks Gov.
Kathy Hochul and state legislators to overhaul New York’s broken
guardianship system. It cites a ProPublica investigation that found the elderly
and infirm living in dire conditions while under court-mandated oversight. READ MORE
Make Data Your Generative AI
Differentiator Learn how to build the right data strategy
that gives you a strategic advantage with generative artificial intelligence
(AI). DOWNLOAD
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Making Public Benefits More Convenient and Still Secure Re-examining password
requirements and online workflows, as well as minimizing what data they ask
from residents, can help smooth online processes while also maintaining
security. READ MORE
Marin County, Calif., Gets $11M for Broadband “Last mile” grant money
from the American Rescue Plan Act and California’s general fund will help
construct a broadband network for 700 homes and businesses at the county’s
northern border along Highway 1. READ MORE
Maryland to Offer Free AI Training to State Employees The Maryland Department
of Information Technology is partnering with InnovateUS to offer free
artificial intelligence training to state employees, joining a growing list of
states to do so. READ MORE
Modernizing the Public Sector
Workforce Wireless networks are transforming the work of
government employees. This trend is sure to pick up speed with the expansion of
5G wireless networks. Read this issue brief to get more information on how you
can embrace a more wireless future. DOWNLOAD
Municipal Special Events Summit Names
Eproval as Official Permitting Software Sponsor The
Municipal Special Events Summit is the premier gathering of government and
special event planners, taking place February 16-19 in Savannah, Georgia. READ MORE
NASCIO Executive Director Doug Robinson on Status of State
IT From expanding the role of state CIOs to building federal
partnerships, Robinson shares his insights
on how NASCIO has shaped the future of public-sector IT over the past two
decades. READ MORE
Need Funding for a Microtransit
Service? Policy experts answer 5 microtransit funding
FAQs, including what grants are currently up for grabs. LEARN
MORE
Need Greater Access to Housing and
Jobs? Jersey City Gives It the One-two-punch. With
more than 2 million rides under its belt, Via Jersey City is setting a new
microtransit standard. LEARN
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NYC Adds, Simplifies Data Sets in Annual Open Data Report New York City’s 2024 Open Data Report
aims to build on the city’s open data work by offering the public consolidated
data sets as well as providing new insights on algorithmic tools and more. READ MORE
One City’s Determination to Get Ahead of Homelessness With strong mayoral
leadership, Atlanta is not only
leveraging creative financing to provide housing but also getting tough on
landlords of blighted properties. It’s a recognition that homelessness is a
moral issue rooted in poor public policy. READ MORE
One Community’s Unlikely Partnership to Monitor Air
Pollution A petroleum and chemical tank farm operator and a Louisiana environmental group
are working together to install air monitors measuring emissions. READ MORE
OpenAI Pitched White House on Massive Data Center Buildout
OpenAI says there is a need for massive data centers that could
each use as much power as entire cities, framing the unprecedented expansion as
necessary to develop more advanced AI and compete with China. READ MORE
Pennsylvania House Candidates Use ChatGPT on Voter Guides At least three state
candidates running for Lancaster County districts in the U.S.
House of Representatives turned to AI this year to help describe their policy
views to voters before Election Day. READ MORE
Pennsylvania’s State Pension Debt Clock Goes Dark The state Capitol’s
pension debt clock acted as a reminder for the last eight years of how much
taxpayers were on the hook to pay. But now the state’s retirement system is
fully funded and the digital clock has gone dark. READ MORE
Poll: Americans Expect All Elected
Officials to Act to Reduce Homelessness A
new public opinion survey commissioned by the National Alliance to End
Homelessness shows most Americans believe investments in housing and social
service can reduce homelessness. A smaller fraction supports law enforcement as
a primary solution. READ
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Preparing for a Future Powered by
Generative AI In this Harvard Business Review, leaders across industries
share how they’re harnessing this revolutionary technology. DOWNLOAD
REPORT
Rural New England Counts on Foliage Tourism, but the
Future of Fall Colors Is Uncertain Ultimately, climate
change may bring relief from overtourism at a high price: the loss of vibrant
autumn leaves. READ MORE
San Francisco CIO Talks Use of AI in Government Michael Makstman first
stepped into the city’s CIO job in July, and he recently discussed his
experience so far with running a $140 million department that has more than 260
employees. READ MORE
San Francisco Shows Signs of Reduced Vehicle Use,
Congestion A new report by StreetLight Data shows that as vehicle use
and traffic congestion continue to be a rising concern for the vast majority of
U.S. metro regions, San Francisco alone is making
progress. READ MORE
San Francisco’s New CIO Discusses Cybersecurity and AI Michael Makstman has
been the city’s new chief information officer since July and hopes to establish
citywide standards and procedures for IT while also balancing a range of
technology from AI to floppy disks. READ MORE
Sea-Tac Not Paying 100-Bitcoin Ransom in August Cyber
Attack Officials at the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport have said they will not
pay the ransom, which is worth about $6 million. How much information was
illegally accessed, and what kind, is still unclear. READ MORE
See how Slack Enhances Emergency
Response and Operations Communicating at the speed of mission to improve trust,
transparency, and accountability in emergency management. REGISTER
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Self-Service, Automation Driving
Public-Sector IT Innovation Learn how the convergence of
self-service and automation in public-sector IT enhances efficiency for
government agencies — streamlining access to services, freeing up resources and
fostering innovation. READ MORE
Silicon Valley Takes a Bite Out of
Congestion With Its Expanded Microtransit Network The
city's 'Silicon Valley Hopper' service uses the latest transit tech to increase
adoption. LEARN
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Sioux Falls’ Mayor: “This could not
be going better.” The city's new tech-enabled transit
service is winning over residents and city leaders alike. LEARN
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SIX Months After Key Bridge Collapse and Baltimore Is
Still Recovering The 30,000 vehicles that took the Francis Scott Key Bridge every day have been
rerouted since the March disaster, resulting in at least $108 million worth of
time lost. And the six lives lost are priceless to the still-mourning families.
READ MORE
Smarter Curbs Are Just the Start for Smarter Cities At the midpoint of smart
curb projects, city transportation leaders across the country are reflecting on
the broader impacts this work can have — and how they might unlock progress in
the future. READ MORE
Some Chicago Residents Worry About Discontinuation of
ShotSpotter Last week, Mayor Brandon Johnson vetoed the Aldermen’s
unanimous vote to keep the gunshot detection technology, saying the system
doesn’t work well enough to justify its costs. Some residents are worried that
without it, police response time will lag. READ MORE
South Dakota’s New CIO Aims to Improve Operations With AI,
Data South Dakota CIO Madhu Gottumukkala has a vision of innovation for
state IT that involves a strong team implementing improved data governance,
cybersecurity and emerging technology for constituents. READ MORE
Springfield Technical CC Dedicates New Cybersecurity
Center Springfield Technical Community College opened a new
security operations center this week in the city's Union Station, staffed by
student interns and equipped to help governments protect themselves against
cyber threats. READ MORE
Streamlining Services With Low-Code Case Management
Systems State and local government
agencies’ efforts to streamline service delivery for residents risk being held
back by outdated case management processes. Low-code technology may be the
answer. READ MORE
TEN Mayors Transforming Their Cities
with Tech-enabled Public Transit These mayors saw
transportation challenges and took action to implement new microtransit
services from scratch. LEARN
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Texas CISO Nancy Rainosek Retiring, Deputy Is Her
Successor The state chief information security officer of nearly eight
years was named one of Government
Technology’s Top 25 Doers, Dreamers and Drivers, in part for
helping create a collaborative, risk-aware culture. READ MORE
Texas’ Low Voter Turnout Could Be a Policy Issue In the 2022 general
election, just 42 percent of eligible Texas voters cast a
ballot, making it one of the worst states in the nation for voter
participation. READ MORE
The Campaign and Federalism: Big Talk and Empty Promises It’s
good politics for presidential candidates to talk about solving problems that
presidents can’t do much about. READ MORE
The Coming Policy Backwash from the COVID Revenue Wave As a recent study
documents, federal fiscal stimulus created a budget windfall for states. Most
cut taxes, and some now must scramble to make up for shortfalls. Congress is
likely to impose tighter restrictions on future countercyclical aid, so it’s a
time for all levels of government to get their acts together. READ MORE
The Cost of Water Could Help Determine Who Wins the
Election in Michigan One key issue for working-class and
low-income Black voters in Detroit is the cost of
water. As of 2023, 27 percent of Detroit households are at
risk of having their water shut off due to unpaid water bills, with $700 being
the average amount owed. READ MORE
The Three Building Blocks of AI
Applications Generative AI can help your organization do more
with less. Increase productivity and improve service quality by building and
modernizing AI applications. Learn the
3 Building Blocks of Intelligent Apps »
Tips for Overcoming Public-Sector IT
Modernization Challenges Public-sector IT departments
embarking on modernization efforts can follow these tips to overcome common
challenges like resource restraints and staffing issues. READ MORE
West Sacramento Mayor Says
Microtransit Brings Tax Revenue to the City Mayor
Guerrero presented data from the transit program alongside Via at the 2024 U.S.
Conference of Mayors summit. LEARN
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What celebrity voices can Meta’s AI
chatbot now use? READ MORE
What’s New in Digital Equity: House Passes 6G Legislation Plus, Wisconsin has been awarded
additional funding for digital equity causes, a new NTIA document offers
guidance for native entities applying for Digital Equity Act funding, and more. READ MORE
When States and Localities Disagree
On Worker Protections, What's the Way Forward? Good
jobs are a bedrock of resilient communities. State and local governments can
spar over who sets standards, but there are ways to meet both state standards
and local needs. READ
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Where Next for Real ID, Facial Recognition and Airport
Security? There have been some new updates around airport security and
identification. From cyber expert Dan Lohrmann, here’s what you need to know. READ MORE
Where Next for Real ID, Facial Recognition and Airport
Security? There have been some new updates around airport security and
identification. Here’s what you need to know. READ MORE
Why Pittsburgh’s Poised to Lead the AI Revolution The former steel
capital has already made the transition to advanced manufacturing. Its
combination of tech talent, universities and power sources make it
well-equipped to be a leader in AI. READ MORE
Will a New BLM Plan Turn the Silver State into the Solar
State? The Bureau of Land Management’s controversial plan
updates preferred solar zones for the first time in 12 years and identifies
nearly 12 million acres for available solar development in Nevada, more than
any of the 11 other states included in the plan. READ MORE
Will Declining Interest Rates Loosen California’s Housing
Market? Falling borrowing costs could trigger a flood of
additional buyers and send home prices higher but, for now, the number of homes
for sale is increasing modestly, rates are falling and home price growth is
slowing. READ MORE