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Alexandra Kelley

Alexandra Kelley reports on emerging technology for Nextgov. Her most recent post was covering breaking news for The Hill where she focused on a variety of quantitative subjects, including Big Tech and the economy, in addition to covering the coronavirus pandemic since late 2019. She graduated from Kenyon College in 2017.
Tech & Data
Census Bureau Launches Interactive Demographic Map
The My Community Explorer tool aims to provide transparency on racial and income data across the country.
- By Alexandra Kelley
Tech & Data
Lawmakers Request Support in Broadband Rollouts
House Democrats asked the National Telecommunications and Information Administration to help make good on broadband development with bipartisan infrastructure funding.
- By Alexandra Kelley
Tech & Data
Schools Would Receive Funding for Cyber Education Programs Under Bipartisan Bill
The proposed Cybersecurity Grants For Schools Act establishes mandated federal grants to schools to promote cybersecurity education.
- By Alexandra Kelley
Tech & Data
Commerce Issues States $277M in Grants to Build Out Broadband
Millions were dispersed across 12 states to develop stronger internet infrastructure, a key mission in the Biden administration agenda.
- By Alexandra Kelley
Infrastructure
Department of Energy Launches New Program To Overhaul US Electrical Grid
Engaging local, state and tribal governments will be a hallmark feature of the new initiative as the federal government works to expand access and make systems more resilient.
- By Alexandra Kelley
Tech & Data
Transportation Secretary Pushes for Government Support for Vehicle Innovation
Pete Buttigieg doubled down on the government's role in fostering a strong environment for emerging tech like electric cars and buses and automated vehicles.
- By Alexandra Kelley
Tech & Data
White House AI Initiative Launches Public Research Support Tools
The National Artificial Intelligence Initiative Office opened a new page dedicated to providing AI researchers with sophisticated tools to bolster research projects.
- By Alexandra Kelley
Management
Report: US Workforce Falling Behind in Digital Skills
Experts advocate for strengthening K-12 school curriculum and tax breaks for reskilling existing workers.
- By Alexandra Kelley
Tech & Data
Senators Urge Better Cyber Protection For K-12 Schools
A recent Government Accountability Office report dove into how virtual classrooms are increasing vulnerability to ransomware and other cyber threats.
- By Alexandra Kelley
Tech & Data
Most Employees Want Stronger Cybersecurity Standards in the Workplace, Survey Finds
Two-thirds of respondents found national cybersecurity guidelines to be “extremely” or “very” valuable.
- By Alexandra Kelley
Tech & Data
Broadband Dominates Tech Funding In Infrastructure Bill
Funds will go to expanding broadband and 5G connectivity nationwide.
- By Alexandra Kelley
Tech & Data
Bill Supports the Expansion and Development of 6G Infrastructure
A bipartisan bill would establish a council to oversee and implement 6G broadband access across the country.
- By Alexandra Kelley