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A tech pipeline for rural communities: West Virginia joins AWS Tech Alliance

AWS Public Sector Blog

The initiative brings together a coalition of Fortune 500 companies and other employers, government agencies, workforce development organizations, and education leaders to better prepare learners for entry-level tech careers. More than 30,000 students are training through the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) program.

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Congressional Movement on Workforce Reauthorization Legislation

NLC (National League of Cities)

Just before Thanksgiving, House Education and Workforce and Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee leadership released their bipartisan, bicameral agreement to reauthorize the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) A Stronger Workforce for America Act (ASWA).

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Better Communications Tops Data To-Do List

GovLoop

You need to craft data-driven narratives that connect with the intended audience, whether government officials, legislators or constituents. Their research supports policy development around a wide array of issues, from transportation, energy and natural resources to education and housing. Its not enough to dig up good data.

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How the education sector can safeguard students using generative AI

Open Access Government - Technology News

Providing ‘safety rails’ is key While the majority of school children are using AI to help with their school work, its popularisation has also increased their anxiety about education. Legislation and guidance take time and experience to draft. The technology is advancing at a pace that regulators struggle to match.

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Leverage Partnerships for Community Agriculture Programs, Education 

NLC (National League of Cities)

Congress continues to work toward the reauthorization of the Farm Bill, the most impactful piece of legislation related to agriculture and food.

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Celebrating Legislative Wins to Combat Vacancy in Missouri and Alabama 

Center for Community Progress

Effective legislation is a vital piece of equipping state and local governments to effectively address vacant, abandoned, and deteriorated properties (VAD). This year, legislative sessions in Missouri and Alabama saw big wins to advance community revitalization. The legislation also allows most Missouri municipalities and St.

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The Mercatus Center solves unstructured data challenges using generative AI from AWS

AWS Public Sector Blog

One example is legislative bill tracking, which is a basic and important Mercatus Center function. The scalability and speed of the new AWS generative AI solution translate into cost savings across the entire organization.

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