More Than 1 in 3 Government Employees Haven’t Taken a Vacation in Last Year, Survey Says
Public sector employees cite the cost of taking time off as a key reason why they aren’t vacationing.
Biden Spurs U.S. Biotechnology with New Order
In a surprise executive order, President Biden directed more federal resources to go toward establishing a competitive U.S. biomanufacturing sector to support independence in key input ingredients.
The Growing Debate Over Where to Put EV Chargers in Rural America
States want more flexibility from the feds, arguing it is not a good plan to require high-capacity electric vehicle charging stations along highways in some remote corners of the country.
Creating a Virtual City Hall
COMMENTARY | Doing so can offer residents a digital one-stop shop for interacting with local government, while also improving the experience.
5 actions to help state and local agencies gain visibility and improve IT hygiene
A hygiene-first approach combined with modern security solutions is essential for state and local agencies looking to increase their level of protection, gain visibility into their IT environments and eliminate blind spots.
State lays groundwork for cyber ecosystem
South Carolina expects to need 6,000 new cybersecurity workers over the next 10 years.
States Should Crack Down on Bogus Online Reviews, Advocates Say
They’re pushing for tougher enforcement efforts, along with stronger protections against lawsuits for consumers who post negative reviews for businesses on sites like Yelp.
How a fast-growing town moved from ad hoc to strategic cybersecurity
Security operations center as a service gives Gilbert, Arizona, a single pane of glass for support, services and collaboration.
How Little Rock is Harnessing Data to Become a Smarter City
“My team and I, we’re focused on getting things done, but with a data-driven approach,” says the mayor of Arkansas’ capital.
States Have Work to do Making Identity Verification User Friendly
COMMENTARY | New survey findings highlight the difficulties and concerns that emerge as people try to sign up for state benefits. The poll also found people are more inclined to trust industry than government when it comes to enrolling in services and programs.
Why Smart Cities are About More Than Just Tech
“Diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility—that is a thread throughout, it is not an afterthought.”
States Build on Covid Lessons for Monkeypox Tracking
As case levels rise, states are reporting more demographic data.
State takes quantum tech from theory to business
To speed the commercialization of quantum technologies, Massachusetts is investing in research facilities and workforce training.
Against Federal Guidance, States Plan to Expand Highways
A new report says money from the infrastructure package could be funneled to “highway boondoggles.”
Building back better with robotics
Southwestern Pennsylvania pulled in a $62.7M federal grant to build a robotics and autonomy cluster.
Transgender and Nonbinary Candidates for State Legislature are Poised to Gain Ground This Year
Prompted to run by a wave of anti-transgender legislation, they are running for statehouse seats in at least eight states, but remain underrepresented in legislative chambers around the country.
The Housing Market is Cooling Off
With interest rates rising, a new report shows sales down year over year and more homes selling for below asking prices.
A New Tech Tool to Help Communities Confront Climate Risks
The just-launched federal website provides a range of information around extreme weather and natural disasters.
Cloud-based 911 for faster emergency response
With its interactive emergency communication response platform and access to a location data clearinghouse, the Rio Grande Council of Governments can speed help to 911 callers, even if they don’t know where they are.
Heat Waves and Flooding are Battering Electricity and Water Systems
COMMENTARY | America’s aging infrastructure is sagging under the pressure of climate change.
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