There's Fresh Interest in Reviving an Old Intergovernmental Commission
A U.S. House task force is looking at the possibility of a 2.0 version of the Advisory Commission on Intergovernmental Relations.
Self-Driving Vehicle Backers Push for ‘Federal Framework’
“If there is no action on this legislation, the result will be delayed testing and deployment in the United States of these life-saving technologies,” said Audi of America’s senior policy strategist.
Yanny or Laurel? Three State and Local Leaders Weigh In
Like any other pressing issue of the day, it’s important to know where local leaders stand—and what they’re hearing.
New Signs of Trouble Ahead for Colorado River Basin Water Managers
A warm winter and weak snowpack suggests that this “is the kind of drought we will have to deal with in the future.”
Columbus unveils 'initial' smart city operating system
The Smart Columbus Operating System features an open data platform that brings together more than 1,000 mobility-related datasets.
7 tips for building an API-secure architecture
An API gateway gives agencies a way to address security challenges specific to data and applications that require open, public access.
Documenting One Local Government’s Long History of Dysfunction
Michael Karlik discusses his new podcast, “Tear It Down,” and his ongoing work to track the goings-on of city council meetings around the world.
Washington shines a spotlight on privacy
Washington state Chief Privacy Officer Alex Alben is helping agencies become more sensitive to privacy concerns surrounding state residents' personal information.
Adobe gets first FedRAMP Tailored authorizations
Adobe’s Creative Cloud and Document Cloud are the first two services approved under the streamlined authorization program.
Legal Sports Betting Is About to Sweep the Nation. Services for Gambling Addicts Probably Won’t.
Only 17 states pay for one or more full-time staff positions to help problem gamblers, according to a 2016 survey from the National Council on Problem Gambling and the Association of Problem Gambling Service Administrators.
Some California Cities Are Siding With Trump on Immigration
While the number of jurisdictions rejecting California’s sanctuary rules has been growing, they remain in the minority.
Atlanta’s Ransomware Attack Has Lingering Impacts
STATE AND LOCAL ROUNDUP | Some Kansas higher ed funds restored … Louisiana state lawmakers have fist fight … Michigan leaders have unexpected revenue to use.
Turning Trump’s Infrastructure Plan Into an Inclusive One
“When you make the case properly, people are willing to pay into the system that reflects them.”
Millions of SNAP Recipients Would Fall Short of Proposed Work Requirements
If the changes went into effect today, 5.2 million people would fail to meet the new requirements in a given month, according to analysis from the Urban Institute.
Tracking tech transfer agreements
The Department of Veterans Affairs is looking for a cloud-based solution to improve and streamline its technology transfer process.
House Panel Advances Spending Bill for HUD and DOT Programs
Community Development Block Grants and "BUILD" infrastructure grants are among the programs the appropriations legislation proposes spending levels for.
‘No Silver Bullet’ for Opioid Crisis in Philadelphia, Other Urban Areas
A mix of education, treatment, and other measures shows promise, experts say.
Government data in the cloud: Provider and user responsibilities
Agency IT managers must ensure that their providers are using the latest techniques and technologies to protect data.
How agencies craft mobile-friendly messaging
Style guides have helped the Census Bureau and State Department hone messaging to their growing number of mobile users.
Uncrackable encryption could be on the horizon
Recent experiments have shown it’s possible to transmit photons over long distances, major strides toward the goal of quantum cryptography.
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