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Surveillance pricing ban among affordability bills proposed by Colorado Democrats
State lawmakers unveiled bills aimed at affordability, including a second try at outlawing the use of personal data to set prices.
Data will be key to lead pipe removal efforts, nonprofit says
States have about a year to confirm their plans to remove lead service lines with the federal government. Preparing data now could help officials draw such plans more efficiently.
Texas shares entire voter registration list with the Trump administration
Texas turned over data on more than 18 million voters, including partial Social Security numbers, as Democrats raise questions about voter privacy.
States continue to explore solutions to federal rule changes for public benefit programs
States must consider new data sources and approaches to ensuring their benefit systems are on track to comply with impending changes to the Medicaid and SNAP program, one expert says.
States’ efforts to protect sensitive data from the feds could ramp up in the new year, experts say
Legal and policy pressure could be a key tool for states looking to shield their residents’ personal data from the federal government.
Washington enlists data as a public health defense against ongoing measles outbreak
The U.S. has seen nearly 2,000 measles cases this year. The Evergreen State is leveraging data as a tool to inform disease prevention efforts like residents’ vaccination uptake.
Trump administration sues Colorado secretary of state over voter data request
The U.S. Department of Justice sued Colorado Secretary of State Jena Griswold over her refusal to hand over sensitive voter files.
Texas city launches a new dashboard to fill gaps in gun violence data
Accidental shootings are often overlooked by officials when considering efforts to reduce gun violence incidents, one Houston city official said.
New Jersey leverages platform to help adults go back to school
The state partnered with ReUp Education to offer adult learners to a platform to access resources and services that help them complete their degrees.
Homeland Security wants state driver’s license data for sweeping citizenship program
The Trump administration may turn to an obscure data-sharing network for access.
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West Virginia turns to tech to implement a new child care payment model
The state is grappling with unemployment as a result of a child care shortage. A data platform is helping fill those gaps and keep more West Virginians in the workforce.
New Jersey lawmakers propose new limits on lawsuits under data privacy law
The bill would "sacrifice the safety of New Jersey’s public servants," one critic says.
Inside states’ application for the federal rural health transformation program
State health leaders are hoping to improve data ecosystems and digital services through the Rural Health Transformation Program.
Federal judge questions legality of changes to SAVE database for checking voter citizenship
The judge declined to order a reversal of the changes, but called for an expedited ruling on claims by voting rights groups that the overhaul was illegal.
Nearly 20 Democratic states inadvertently share driver data with ICE, lawmakers say
Nlets, a nonprofit law enforcement info-sharing network, can share state residents’ information with immigration agencies, federal lawmakers said Wednesday.
Why a new California law could change the way all Americans browse the internet
A new California law enhanced privacy for consumers nationwide by providing browser settings to block the sale of personal data.
Iowa State University researchers develop app to predict indoor heat waves
If fully launched, residents could have an app on their phones to accurately predict indoor temperature compared to outside, warn them if conditions are getting dangerous and point them toward assistance.
How a better data framework is helping Illinois improve workforce development
The Illinois Department of Employment Security’s framework is helping officials and other stakeholders better understand trends in unemployment data.
Trump administration proposal for online voter registration form raises concerns
The new federal tool would incorporate a citizenship check, but state election officials question whether it can comply with their laws.
Boston invests in curb management tech to improve resident satisfaction
A new digital payment infrastructure for curb management is helping the city better meet residents’ needs.
