AWS Public Sector Blog

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Colonel Lamar Davis of the Louisiana State Police (LSP), recently summed up the law enforcement landscape, saying, “When you look at crime today, it’s not just a public safety or law enforcement problem—it’s a social problem.” We need to empower these agencies to be able to fulfill their missions of serving the public,” said Polega.

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Government Technology Insider

MARCH 27, 2025

Highlighting findings from NASCIO 2024 Mid-Year Conference and a study on AI implementation, this article looks at the opportunities and challenges AI presents for government leaders. While agency employees are concerned with impacts on their jobs, constituents are more worried about data security and privacy.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Delivery of healthcare solutions in the cloud When the ACA was signed into law, many states raced to help their residents find and enroll in health insurance. Discover how government agencies across the country use AWS to better serve constituents at the AWS Cloud for State and Local Governments hub.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

US state and local government and education customers can get in-person no-cost training, hands-on help, and more at the Amazon Web Services (AWS) State and Local Learning Days. AWS will offer one-on-one support and more at two AWS State and Local Learning Days events. Reach out to the AWS Public Sector Team today.

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Government Technology Insider

JUNE 13, 2024

State and local government agencies quickly have begun to include artificial intelligence (AI) and generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) in IT modernization plans. While agency employees are concerned with impacts on their jobs, constituents are more worried about data security and privacy.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

The next steps will require an investment of time to teach the computer the language of tax, including tax laws and IRS requirements. Learn more about how state and local government agencies use AWS to support their constituents and staff at the Cloud for State and Local Governments hub.

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Government Technology Insider

JULY 9, 2024

Over the last few years, there’s been a marked shift among state and local governments to prioritize the launch of digitized services and adopt the kind of automation and digital transformation that’s been well-established across the private sector.

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GovPilot

MAY 4, 2023

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) is a federal law that sets standards for protecting sensitive patient health information. Any organization that handles or transmits patient health information is required to comply with HIPAA, including local public health departments, and in some cases – local governments.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

MARCH 2, 2023

The deployment and results SOMA is a leading technology partner providing critical response and operating software solutions for law enforcement, first responder, and government agencies. Read on to learn how the NPD found a successful partnership with SOMA Global in their time of need.

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GovPilot

OCTOBER 13, 2022

The growing popularity of electric bikes in cities nationwide is an exciting development in the use of transportation technology. While electric bikes are a new and convenient addition to many cities, it is important that public officials understand both the pros and cons of integrating these fast electric bikes into their community.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Deep learning image analysis and high-performant yet cost-effective architectures on Amazon Web Services (AWS) can modernize constituent experiences and improve digital interactions with government. How data-driven technology helps law enforcement agencies improve constituent outcomes. Amazon Rekogniton Developer Guide.

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GovPilot

DECEMBER 28, 2022

Most of us are aware of the horrible health and developmental repercussions that come with lead paint, and hopefully had it removed from our residences and commercial properties decades ago. Yet, the unfortunate truth is that many citizens are still breathing in toxic fumes as a result of lead paint.

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Center for Community Progress

JULY 29, 2024

You’ll learn about new laws and issues affecting vacant property. Your community is facing different challenges in 2024 than it was in 2007, and even in 2022. You can create a curriculum around exactly what matters to your community. Attending RVP will help you better serve your constituents, no matter your role.

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GovLoop

OCTOBER 5, 2022

For Nancy Rainosek, Texas’ Chief Information Security Officer, cybersecurity directly affects an agency’s mission and constituent service. And whether that involves helping people pay their water bills or allowing law enforcement to preserve crime data, the cost of IT security is worth it, she believes. Have a Plan, and Practice.

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Community and Economic Development Program of UNC

JANUARY 17, 2023

The success of efforts to improve healthy food access will depend on coordinated action from state and local government agencies, community development organizations, charitable foundations, the supermarket industry and others (emphasis in the original).”. Between Local Food Systems and State Governance: A Regional Perspective.

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The Stoop (NYU Furman Center)

AUGUST 25, 2021

In contrast, research supports that marginalized communities who may not be familiar with their rights, are unsure of how to file a complaint, or are wary of law enforcement/government intervention are less likely to file complaints.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Such was the case for the 911 system in Livingston Parish, Louisiana, an agency that dispatches for 21 public safety agencies including law enforcement, fire, and emergency medical services, and averages over 325 calls for service per day. Do you have any questions about how to use AWS or AWS Partners to support your teams and constituents?

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Open Access Government - Technology News

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Simon Chassar, CRO at Claroty, discusses why cyber-physical systems security is so integral to government in the modern era Digital transformation allows state and local government agencies to better and more efficiently serve the public. This directive has spread worldwide, including in the UK, the EU and Japan.

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American City & Country

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

At the same time, many police departments are stretched thin, reducing the enforcement of traffic laws that can deter reckless driving behavior. Government agencies can leverage real-world data from their communities to improve public acceptance for automated enforcement or other mitigating actions.

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Government Technology Insider

MAY 12, 2022

Last year, on March 11, 2021, President Biden signed the American Rescue Plan into law. By investing in cloud infrastructure technology, state and local government agencies can streamline their administration and finance. What They’re Saying: Experts, Government Officials on Mississippi’s Federal Stimulus Billions.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

APRIL 28, 2025

The revised rule requires that public entities including state and local governments, public schools, community colleges, public universities, state and local courts, public hospitals, and healthcare clinicsto ensure that their digital content, including websites, mobile applications, and documents, is accessible for people with disabilities.

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