Federal Budget Legislation has Money for Disasters
Disaster Zone blog
SEPTEMBER 28, 2022
The clock is ticking on getting a temporary budget bill passed
The Mercatus Center solves unstructured data challenges using generative AI from AWS
AWS Public Sector Blog
DECEMBER 19, 2024
For a nonprofit with a limited budget, the Mercatus Center discovered another huge advantage in AWS: cost savings. One example is legislative bill tracking, which is a basic and important Mercatus Center function. The partnership between AWS and Anthropic made that possible. People can get to the source information very quickly.
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Boosting Agility for State and Local Government Finance & Budget Offices
Government Technology Insider
MARCH 30, 2023
Despite the abundance of modern solutions for transforming financial planning practices, agency finance and budget offices have been some of the last areas to modernize. Public sector agencies need to be able to react quickly to legislative mandates or changes in revenue estimates, as well as unplanned emergencies like the COVID-19 pandemic.
New, Up-to-date GUIDE TO BUDGET RESOURCES
Barrett & Greene
SEPTEMBER 28, 2022
Several years ago, we worked with the Volcker Alliance to created a guide to resources about state budgeting intended for use by public officials, policy advocates, journalists, academics, and concerned citizens. ?. You can find it by clicking here : ?
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The Legislative Process in Congress
Eric Holdeman's Disaster Zone Podcast
SEPTEMBER 28, 2021
In this podcast we do deep dive into the legislative process of the Congress of the United States. The role of committee chairpersons and their staff is explored, along with the way in which bills are introduced in Congress and move through the legislative process. The role of committee staff is discussed.
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Modernizing government IT: 4 approaches to overcome legacy exit challenges
AWS Public Sector Blog
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Governments worldwide dedicate a significant portion of their IT budget to maintaining legacy technology systems. These systems also became integral to managing aspects such as business processes, security protocols, and legislative changes, often without comprehensive documentation. billion) of its current IT spending.
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How healthcare organizations can fulfill compliance standards with AWS
AWS Public Sector Blog
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
To minimize the risk of dangerous IT-related interruptions to operations, the European Union (EU) introduced new cybersecurity legislation NIS 2 Directive in 2023. The legislation is planned to be enacted in Germany, which already has strict regulatory standards for clinics with 30,000 inpatient cases per year or more than 50 employees.
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Evidence-based budgeting in New Mexico: Part 2 interview with Charles Sallee, Deputy Director, Legislative Finance Committee, New Mexico – Episode #190
Andy Feldman's Gov Innovator podcast
OCTOBER 10, 2021
New Mexico state government is a leader in the use of evidence, lead by its Legislative Finance Committee (LFC) that has been a catalyst for evidence-based budgeting , including through its participation in the Pew MacArthur Results First Initiative.
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Shutdowns and continuing resolutions aren’t the answer of effective government
Partnership for Public Service
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
This funding typically makes up only approximately one-third of the federal budget, with a majority of spending going toward Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid and mandatory programs that fall outside the purview of annual appropriations. The way forward Several legislative reforms would help put a stop to these troubling developments.
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Navigating the Tradeoffs of Good Cause Eviction
The Stoop (NYU Furman Center)
MARCH 10, 2024
The paper also analyzes good cause legislation in other cities and states to help policymakers consider how to balance anticipated tradeoffs. In 2023, Albany lawmakers failed to pass any significant legislation that could have addressed the city’s affordability problems, with a good cause bill at the center of the legislative stalemate.
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How agencies can use enterprise risk management to implement new legislation
Partnership for Public Service
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
When deployed successfully as a formal part of the federal planning and budgeting process, ERM can help agencies identify, prioritize and respond to risks, often leading to more informed decisions and increased programmatic success. Employ a top-down and bottom-up approach.
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What California’s Budget Means for Local Governments’ IT Infrastructure, Broadband Internet, & More ?GovPilot
GovPilot
JULY 20, 2023
billion budget just in time for the new 2023-24 fiscal year. The legislation is set to allocate billions of dollars towards broadband internet investment, social services improvements, and beyond. On June 27th, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill 101 into law, passing the $310.8
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HOW TO IMPROVE GOVERNMENT COVERAGE
Barrett & Greene
OCTOBER 28, 2024
We wish more journalists would follow up on important new policies to see what’s actually happened after some legislator ballyhoos this grand accomplishment. Just check out our slide show on transparency and you’ll see all the new ideas about budget transparency that were on exhibit in 1908.
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Don’t Wait to Modernize: A Q&A on Preparing for The MGT Reform Act
Government Technology Insider
DECEMBER 11, 2024
The bipartisan legislation, currently making its way through Congress, aims to reauthorize and strengthen the Technology Modernization Fund (TMF), which has enabled agencies to modernize legacy systems , enhance cybersecurity and improve service delivery to citizens, through 2031.
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Creating a strategic approach to government continuity
AWS Public Sector Blog
MAY 17, 2023
When disaster strikes, you will likely be running low on budget, time, and people. In addition to the partner’s technical or consulting competencies, consider your historical context and legislative restrictions. Resources are constrained in crisis Prioritize what needs to be saved first or fastest.
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Budget Lessons from the States for the Feds:How to Radically Change Expectations about the Federal
Barrett & Greene
JULY 11, 2023
In fact, many of us who study state budgeting annually observe budget processes that lead to (largely) fiscally responsible decision-making and do not require high stakes hostage taking to get there. The most obvious place to begin is that almost all states have some sort of statutory or constitutional balanced budget requirement.
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GOVERNMENT INTERNET FRUSTRATIONS
Barrett & Greene
JUNE 24, 2024
We get a great deal of information from the Internet for our work, and there’s little question that the easy access to tons of reports, studies, surveys, legislation, audits, budgets, meeting minutes, essays, graphs, etc., That’s pretty big news in West Virginia, but as of mid-June, the legislative site hasn’t taken note.
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Introducing the Government Lens for the AWS Well-Architected Framework
AWS Public Sector Blog
AUGUST 24, 2023
It expands on the AWS Well-Architected Framework, providing detailed guidance and recommendations that account for the special set of legal, legislative, accountability, and trust requirements that governments have – and helps them deliver meaningful outcomes on AWS.
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Deficit Picture Likely Worse Than It Seems
The Lowe Down
JUNE 8, 2023
This was in part because the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) projections showed substantial deficits for the foreseeable future. The CBO is seen as the gold standard for policymakers who rely on their budget and economic projections for policy and negotiations.
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Why Data Leaders Are Talking About Outcomes
GovLoop
JUNE 9, 2023
A Better Business Case The idea of arguing from outcome rather than policy has ramifications when it comes to the budgeting and appropriations processes. If faced with skeptical leaders or legislators, you won’t win them over by talking data standards and policies. You need to talk impact.
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Knowing When, Where and How to Modernize
GovLoop
APRIL 18, 2024
For example, a system upgrade can slow employees’ computers if they’re dated and need reconfiguring and budget constraints have prevented an agency from replacing older equipment. And the new technology has to work, which is a complicated and expensive endeavor when agencies have many network-connected devices. What is Change Management?
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5 Ways That Agencies Are Ailing From Legacy Systems
GovLoop
APRIL 22, 2024
GAO, in a 2023 report about the Internal Revenue Service’s modernization efforts, describes it this way: “In an era of constrained budgets, the high costs of maintaining legacy systems could limit an agency’s ability to modernize and develop new or replacement systems.” This is called technical debt.
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How Utah became a leader in evidence-based policymaking: An interview with Kristen Cox, Director, Governor’s Office of Planning and Budget, and Jonathan Ball, Director, Utah Fiscal Analysts Office – Episode #132
Andy Feldman's Gov Innovator podcast
JULY 22, 2016
in terms of evidence-based policymaking and budgeting. That includes: A requirement from the Governor’s budget office that agencies seeking new funding provide evidence of program efficiency and effectiveness and, for new programs, describe their program evaluation strategy. Utah is one of the top states in the U.S.
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How AWS can enable the Government of Canada’s 2023-2026 Data Strategy
AWS Public Sector Blog
JULY 31, 2024
Key topics covered include addressing concerns around data sovereignty, security, lock-in risks and budget control while highlighting AWS capabilities and commitments in these areas. Cost and budget control concerns The AWS Open Data Sponsorship Program covers the cost of storage for publicly available cloud-optimized datasets.
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The GSE Public-Private Hybrid Model Flunks Again: This Time It’s the Federal Home Loan Bank System (Part 1)
The Stoop (NYU Furman Center)
MARCH 4, 2024
The GSEs were authorized by congressional legislation to perform a very specific set of activities, primarily focused on providing loans to consumers or businesses for a designated purpose, and mostly related to real estate and housing. the legislation establishing them). mortgage originations.
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Coping With Confusion: Tips for New Hires
GovLoop
OCTOBER 11, 2022
For Bill Zielinski, CIO for the city of Dallas, the impact of the federal budget process on the ability of an organization to deliver services was most confounding. Not only are there priorities that are set, but legislative initiatives [can] reshape what [an agency] does.” Are we going to have fewer people?”.
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Shutdown avoided, but new fiscal year brings uncertainty for federal agencies’ funding
Partnership for Public Service
OCTOBER 4, 2023
However, Congress has yet again missed the deadline to pass any of the spending bills that set the overall annual budget for most federal agencies and determine which new or existing programs get funded. This nearly resulted in a government shutdown, which would have harmed the public, our economy and federal employees.
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Are You Sure Your Digital Library Promotions Are Working? Gain Confidence and Take the Guesswork Out of Marketing in Five Minutes a Day!
Super Library Marketing
AUGUST 15, 2022
And they share that data to prove their value to their community, donors, legislators, and whoever controls their budget. They can justify more budget for things you need to reach your audience. They’ve taken those stats and created videos and infographics. They’ve used those numbers to win awards.
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Why the UK’s cybersecurity strategy must change
Open Access Government - Technology News
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Legislative a ction: a p ath to c yber h ygiene As Labour prepares its priorities ahead of the Autumn Budget, bolstering the UK’s cybersecurity must be at the forefront of policy decisions. One crucial step is to enact legislation that mandates the transition from legacy systems to modern, secure alternatives.
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TOO MUCH DATA – TOO LITTLE TIME
Barrett & Greene
JANUARY 29, 2024
A notable one is an element of New York City legislation called the “How Many Stops Act”, which would require New York police officers to report on every single police street stop and investigative encounter, including demographic information about the person stopped and the reason for the encounter. But there are exceptions.
Protecting Public Data and Trust with Azure Security and Microsoft Entra – A State DOJ Case
Microsoft Public Sector
AUGUST 11, 2022
Budgets and personnel resources are not easy to come by for mitigation efforts; thus, one avenue worth exploring is simplification and unification of data governance. Sensitive memo’s, discussions about new legislation, government research, video footage, and case files are stored and acted upon within Microsoft 365 applications.
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Digital Constituent Services: 3 Mistakes to Avoid
GovLoop
AUGUST 4, 2022
Address budgeting silos. We’re typically budgeted by business line, so that provides incentives for focusing on your own organization and line item, rather than thinking horizontally across the department from the [constituents’] perspective,” observed Morton. Overcome These Obstacles. But agencies also need to stick to their mission.
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Shelley Finlayson: Government and Ethics & Transparency at the Federal Level
Policy Chats
JUNE 4, 2021
Finlayson joined OGE in 2006, initially serving in roles related to OGE’s legislative affairs and budget programs. Finlayson joined OGE in 2006, initially serving in roles related to OGE’s legislative affairs and budget programs. About Shelley Finlayson : Ms. Early in her tenure at OGE, Ms. About Shelley Finlayson : Ms.
Government: Ethics & Transparency at the Federal Level (with Shelley Finlayson)
Policy Chats
JUNE 4, 2021
Finlayson joined OGE in 2006, initially serving in roles related to OGE’s legislative affairs and budget programs. Finlayson joined OGE in 2006, initially serving in roles related to OGE’s legislative affairs and budget programs. About Shelley Finlayson : Ms. Early in her tenure at OGE, Ms. About Shelley Finlayson : Ms.
Government: Ethics & Transparency at the Federal Level (with Shelley Finlayson)
Policy Chats
JUNE 4, 2021
Finlayson joined OGE in 2006, initially serving in roles related to OGE’s legislative affairs and budget programs. Finlayson joined OGE in 2006, initially serving in roles related to OGE’s legislative affairs and budget programs. About Shelley Finlayson : Ms. Early in her tenure at OGE, Ms. About Shelley Finlayson : Ms.
Retaining Generation X and Generation Z federal employees: Three ways Congress can help
Partnership for Public Service
NOVEMBER 21, 2022
While agencies play a key role in retaining their employees, Congress has the unique ability to pass legislation and provide oversight to foster retention. Congress should provide effective oversight and pass legislation that allows for workplace flexibility in alignment with mission needs.
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How to Accelerate Government Modernization
GovLoop
APRIL 1, 2024
Agencies struggle with budget constraints, and it can be difficult to demonstrate a practical return on investment for IT infrastructure upgrades. ” For more ideas about how to make the case for modernization that agency leaders and legislators find compelling, download it here: Get the guide Photo by Pixabay at pexels.com Favorite
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THE TWELVE BIG LIES ABOUT STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT
Barrett & Greene
JUNE 3, 2024
1. “We know we are in financially sound shape because we have to pass a balanced budget.” 2. “It’s impossible to fire a public sector employee.” 3. “We’ll solve this problem by setting up a commission.
Attack on Auditor Independence in Iowa
Barrett & Greene
MARCH 8, 2023
Office of Management and Budget require that auditors adhere to Government Auditing Standards, including those standards pertaining to independence. Independence is a foundational requirement and is embedded in professional auditing standards. In addition, Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200) requirements prescribed by the U.S.
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Overcome Manual App Testing Challenges to Drive Modernization: Insights from California CIO Academy
Government Technology Insider
MAY 21, 2024
Add in policy changes mid-sprint that occur from legislative sessions, and it becomes an unruly, unmanageable task with deadlines that continue to push out.” Modernization is a big initiative, but manual app testing is always the bottleneck,” Wiri said.
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Lloyd Levine: COVID-19 and The Digital Divide
Policy Chats
APRIL 15, 2020
In this episode, President of Filament Strategies LLC and former member of the California State Legislature, Lloyd Levine talks with students from the UC Riverside School of Public Policy about the effects of COVID-19 on students, legislation, and non-essential business.
COVID-19: The Digital Divide (with Lloyd Levine)
Policy Chats
APRIL 15, 2020
In this episode, President of Filament Strategies LLC and former member of the California State Legislature, Lloyd Levine talks with students from the UC Riverside School of Public Policy about the effects of COVID-19 on students, legislation, and non-essential business.
COVID-19: The Digital Divide (with Lloyd Levine)
Policy Chats
APRIL 15, 2020
In this episode, President of Filament Strategies LLC and former member of the California State Legislature, Lloyd Levine talks with students from the UC Riverside School of Public Policy about the effects of COVID-19 on students, legislation, and non-essential business. How do we determine who’s vulnerable?”.
A 21st-Century Education in Ohio Prisons
GovLoop
JANUARY 5, 2024
The Future Is Bright Pandemic-era funding helped set up the system, Sanders explained, but the program also got a vote of confidence in Ohio’s most recent biennium budget, when state legislators approved funds to continue providing devices.
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