Gov. Greg Abbott Signs Bill to Punish Businesses that Require Proof of Covid-19 Vaccination
Abbott's signature means that businesses that require so-called vaccine passports can't get state contracts and could lose state licenses or operating permits.
Internet Ads Are a Popular Tax Target for Both Parties
Digital snooping and pandemic profits have fueled anger against tech giants.
States Invested in Broadband Expansion Despite 2020 Budget Woes
The need to move routine activities online during the pandemic sharpened policymakers’ focus on expanding access to high-speed, reliable internet for residents, according to The Pew Charitable Trusts.
One State Begins to Grapple With Pandemic’s Toll on Youth Mental Health
A sweeping bill passed by lawmakers in Connecticut would grant minors unlimited counseling sessions without parental consent, among other changes.
Democrats’ Elections Bill in Peril with Key Senator’s Opposition
Sen. Joe Manchin said he would not support the For the People Act, which would create national voting standards, making it difficult for supporters to propel the legislation forward.
How Cities Can Reduce Violent Crime by Regulating Alcohol Sales
COMMENTARY | There are three straightforward steps that local leaders can take to address alcohol-fueled violence that has accelerated during the pandemic.
Report: Grocery Taxes Impede Food Security for Low-income Americans
About two-thirds of all U.S. counties tax grocery foods, which creates “serious burdens” for the families living at or below the poverty line, according to a Cornell University study.
The West Can End the Water Wars Now
Far-right radicals in Southern Oregon are threatening to bust open an irrigation canal. Instead, the region could be a model for managing watersheds in a warmer world.
The Government Is Here to Help Small Businesses — Unless They’re Cooperatives
The Small Business Administration’s rules prevent it from helping most employee- and consumer-owned cooperatives, even though Congress specifically asked it to. The result? Co-ops are largely cut out of the mainstream financial system.
Pandemic Prompts Some States to Pass Struggling Third Graders
Citing mental health concerns, some states are delaying third-grade retention.
Removing the fear, uncertainty, and doubt around zero trust security
Zero trust is not a cure-all, but it offers a powerful opportunity for agencies to shore up their cyber defenses.
What to make of the Supreme Court's ruling on unauthorized system access
The high court's ruling last week decided a police officer did not violate a 1980s anti-hacking law, but the court ultimately left open questions about the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act's applicability for other purposes such as cybersecurity research.
Study shows AI-generated fake reports fool experts
If widely used, these AIs could hinder efforts to defend against cyberattacks -- and could set off an AI arms race between misinformation generators and detectors.
Why New Jersey's Governor Started Memorializing Covid-19 Victims—and Won't Stop
Since March 2020, Gov. Phil Murphy has used his Covid-19 briefings to eulogize residents who died from the virus, a practice he says is necessary to remember the humanity behind the data.
House Democrats Introduce $547B Highway, Transit Bill Amid Infrastructure Talks
Democrats’ proposal comes as President Biden continues to discuss infrastructure needs with Republican lawmakers.
States Bolster Data Security Technology in Response to Covid-19, Survey Finds
Governments have faced significant technology challenges during the pandemic, with 79% saying they faced major issues adopting and expanding remote work, according to the National Association of State Technology Directors.
State and Local Employment Remains Stubbornly Down
There's been some improvement in recent months, but there are still about 1.2 million fewer state and local public sector jobs compared to pre-pandemic levels. Most losses are in education.
Army rolls back IoT restrictions for teleworkers
The Army is "restaffing" the policy, which would have required teleworkers to turn off or remove smart devices, such as Amazon Echo speakers, from their remote workspaces.
Many New Moms Get Kicked Off Medicaid 2 Months After Giving Birth. Illinois Will Change That.
Each year, hundreds of thousands of new mothers lose Medicaid coverage after 60 days when their income exceeds limits. But deadly childbirth complications persist months longer.
Hurricanes, Wildfires, Tornadoes, Floods – Whatever Your Local Risk, Here’s How to be More Weather-ready
COMMENTARY | Everyone should understand what kinds of severe weather hazards could affect their family and home and be ready for them. Here are some ways to do it.
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