How Slowing Down Helps the Washington State CIO Move Faster
This is part of a series of interviews conducted during the 2019 National Association of State Chief Information Officers’ Annual Conference.
DOD tries to shut down Oracle's JEDI appeal
Government attorneys argued that Oracle's allegations are moot, now that Microsoft won the Joint Enterprise Defense Infrastructure procurement.
Foster Care Adoptions Reach Record High
The most recent data shows an increase of nearly 25% from fiscal 2014 to 2018.
America’s Coal Consumption Entered Free Fall in 2019
Coal fell 18 percent last year, the largest drop ever recorded. But carbon emissions across the rest of the economy barely budged.
Alabama Lawmaker Urges Expansion of ‘Stand Your Ground’ Law to Churches
STATE AND LOCAL ROUNDUP | New York governor announces $45 million to fight hate crimes … Memphis mayor announces ‘public service corps’ … Protestors make demands for greater homelessness resources in Salt Lake City.
Ensuring That People Can Easily Understand the Ballot Measures They’re Voting On
A Maryland bill would set new guidelines for describing proposals put on the ballot in plain language.
Can the Digital Divide Finally be Bridged?
COMMENTARY | Local leaders are identifying creative solutions and partnerships to provide more equitable broadband access.
States Seek to Keep Climate Change Lawsuit Out of Federal Court
Thirteen states filed a brief this month hoping to keep a Rhode Island lawsuit against oil and gas companies in state rather than federal court.
After a Man Died, Texas' Governor Blamed Austin's Homeless Policies. The Mayor Called It Demonizing.
Since Austin rolled back three ordinances that prohibited people who are homeless from camping or congregating, Gov. Greg Abbott and city leaders have been at odds about the issue.
An Airport Fully Embraces 'Terminal Tourism'
Non-ticketed visitors can accompany loved ones to their gates at Detroit Metropolitan Airport, the latest to establish a pass program to allow non-passengers past security.
Another State to Consider Chemical Castration for Sex Offenders
A new bill introduced in Tennessee mimics legislation passed last year in Alabama that would require chemical castration of those convicted of child sex offenses as a condition of parole.
3 ways to get the most out of QA
Quality assurance teams deserve a seat at the table to incorporate expertise early on, build collaboration and create the best possible customer and agency outcomes.
IoT audio sensors flag underreported gunfire
ShotSpotter audio sensors recently installed in Dayton, Ohio, detected far more gunshots than were reported by neighborhood residents.
Keeping track of vulnerability disclosures
The General Services Administration and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency are considering a centralized cloud-based vulnerability disclosure platform for civilian executive agencies.
2D and 3D combo could keep Moore’s Law going
Ultra-compact, yet high-performing electronic chips could overcome the challenges that face conventional integrated circuits and maintain Moore’s Law indefinitely, researchers say.
Cannabis Confusion Pushes States to Ban Smokable Hemp
Law enforcement groups have protested the sale of hemp products that resemble marijuana.
Aging Hospitals Aren’t Ready for the Technology Revolution
COMMENTARY | The political discourse around infrastructure investment has all but ignored the deteriorating state of U.S. hospitals.
Kentucky Attorney General Asks FBI to Investigate Former Governor’s Pardons
STATE AND LOCAL ROUNDUP | Nebraska legislature considers law to protect teachers … Virginia governor wants statue of Robert E. Lee removed from U.S. Capitol … New Mexico implements parental leave for state employees.
What School Could Be If It Were Designed for Kids With Autism
Tracy Murray’s kindergarten classroom in New York City has a unique approach to supporting students on the spectrum.
Remote Workers Moving to Tulsa? Foundation Doubles Down on Recruitment Efforts
The Remote Tulsa program is now offering $10,000 to 250 people to move to the Oklahoma city for a year, citing success in its first year.
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