Colorado Debates a Major Health Care Overhaul
As proposed, Amendment 69 would introduce a new single-payer plan to replace Obamacare in the Centennial State.
New Jersey takes on open data challenges
A new report from the Public Technology Institute examines challenges and opportunities presented by open data.
Satellite image analysis scales with deep learning, crowdsourcing
Crowdsourced image validation combined with machine learning shrinks the pool of imagery requiring human analysis.
Another great leap for GPS?
Researchers have found a way to let low-power mobile devices pinpoint their location to within a few centimeters.
Tutorials demo open data use cases
The Commerce Data Usability Project offers tutorials demonstrating how users can get more value from government data.
When the Soft Power of Naming City Streets Sparks Conflict
From time to time, an ordinarily non-confrontational municipal function can become something very much out of the ordinary.
Route Fifty’s New E-Book, ‘Budgeting Challenges and Opportunities,’ Is Ready for Download
What are some of the good ideas and best practices to successfully manage state and local government finances?
IRS on the road to electronic archives for email
Before the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, IRS officials discussed the agency’s progress in moving its email archives to digital formats.
New Concerns Over Toxic Substances in Portland Prompt State’s Scrutiny
Oregon Gov. Kate Brown says current federal and state regulatory programs are “clearly inadequate to assure the public that their health is being protected.”
Philadelphia’s 4 Strategies for Cross-Sector Parks and Rec Collaboration
A strong policy framework and leadership are critical.
How States Can Improve Citizen Experience Through Service Delivery
How services are delivered often matters more than the services themselves.
Identity search engine compares biometrics to watch lists
MorphoTrust’s automated biometric identification system helps warfighters on the ground verify identities with a search engine that registers and compares biometric features against data on file.
Lightweight laptop to be added to standard models list
A 3.5 pound laptop will soon be added to the list of approved desktop and laptop baseline models for federal workers.
It’s Tax Season, and States Are Battling Bogus Requests for Refunds
To avoid paying millions of dollars in bogus income tax returns, states are coordinating with the IRS and tax-preparation companies this year to combat online tax filing scams.
Kick off 2016 with good information governance
More than merely a matter of compliance, information governance can help organizations uncover business opportunities and protect them from security threats.
Feds look to secure common workflows
U.S. CIO Tony Scott said securing shared networks and applications will help maintain network resiliency.
It’s tax season, and states are battling bogus requests for refunds
States are working to try to stop online filing fraud by verifying the identity of the filers, strengthening password protocols and sharing information on filings that use stolen identities.
Which President Comes Out on Top in U.S. County Naming?
The answer might not be a surprise but the geographic history of that common name is interesting to navigate.
Boston’s 'Vote With Your Butt' Program Tries Different Public Engagement Tactic
The city’s “Clean Streets,” initiative is modeled after a similar one in the United Kingdom.
Uber Joins New York City’s Fight Against Fatigued Driving
The car-booking company will abide by the Taxi & Limousines Commission’s revised rules on for-hire drivers’ shift lengths, once they’re solidified.
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