Survey: 46% of US Organizations Will Institute Vaccine Mandates
Tech companies are among those taking the lead following federal guidance on vaccine mandates.
How the Pandemic Can Help Government Prepare for Future Crises
COMMENTARY | A new report provides a dozen lessons learned from Covid-19 that can help governments at all levels deal with diseases and natural disasters to come.
Small States Cry Foul on Federal Rental Relief Redistribution
They don’t want to forfeit unspent money to other states.
Governments Face Soaring Costs Burying Poor and Unclaimed Dead
Individual burials can be $2,000. The costs have increased dramatically during the pandemic, with some communities turning to federal aid to help cover the expense.
A Showdown Over Idaho Governor’s Authority
Lt. Gov. Janice McGeachin issued an executive order to “fix” the state’s rules on vaccine mandates while Gov. Brad Little was away on business.
The Cities With the Heftiest Parking Fines
A new report looks at how violations like blocking traffic, loading zones or pedestrian ramps can put a dent in drivers' wallets.
More Than 500,000 Public Workers Likely to See Debt Relief Under Student Loan Forgiveness Overhaul
The U.S. Department of Education announced a host of changes Wednesday to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, which guarantees debt forgiveness to qualifying public sector employees.
Ohio builds sentencing database
The Ohio Sentencing Data Platform is a searchable website of sentencing data to guide judges and court staff on sentencing decisions.
Managing privileged access for ‘critical’ software
By focusing on privileged access security controls, agencies can substantively boost protection of critical software and harden supply-chain security while also enhancing protection for other assets and identities.
Cities tackle food insecurity with tech
Boston and Atlanta are closing the food access gap with tools that provides central sources for information.
Chief data officers making strides in federal agencies
The maturity and capacity of increasingly experienced federal CDOs are helping them make progress implementing the Federal Data Strategy, a new survey shows.
Appeals Court Rules Against States Challenging SALT Deduction Cap
The decision comes amid debate in Congress over whether to roll back the $10,000 limit on a write-off for state and local taxes.
67% of Cities Plan to Use ARPA for Lost Revenue
Cities are more likely to use money to replace lost tax revenues than to spend on infrastructure, according to a National League of Cities report.
A Practical Case for Prioritizing Utility Cybersecurity
COMMENTARY | Utility leaders are behind the curve in cybersecurity policies and practice that will protect states and localities. It’s time for that to change.
How the cloud eased VA’s COVID pains
During the height of the pandemic, the Department of Veteran Affairs moved its increasingly popular video telehealth service to the cloud, one of about 100 applications scheduled to be migrated by the end of 2024.
Red Flag Laws Are Saving Lives. They Could Save More.
Extreme risk protection orders are an underused tool to prevent gun violence.
Best States to Save for Retirement
New Hampshire tops the list of best states to save, offering a more affordable housing market and lower taxes, according to a recent report. Other top states are in the West.
DISA restructures cloud office
The Defense Information Systems Agency has created a new office that combines its Cloud Computing Program Office with DISA's services directorate and ecosystem.
Is accidental data deletion the biggest threat to data protection?
It’s crucial that employees and IT leaders understand how data is protected and backed up on different cloud platforms so they can use the right strategies to keep data safe, even when accidental deletion is the biggest threat.
Treasury Outlines How it Will Claw Back Rental Aid From Slow Spenders
The department plans to redistribute the money to jurisdictions that are moving faster to get it to struggling renters and landlords.
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