State Tech Magazine

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Eighty percent of the cybersecurity grants soon to be awarded through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) will go to local governments.

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GAO (US Government Accountability Office)

JUNE 20, 2024

The federal government is our nation’s largest employer with more than 2 million workers. Equal opportunity laws and regulations are meant to ensure workplaces are free from discrimination. But investigations by analysts here at GAO and Office of.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

MARCH 27, 2025

In this post, we highlight the key takeaways from AWS re:Invent 2024 for government agencies. So if youre a government leader and you want to get up to speed on all the essential information and insights from AWS re:Invent 2024, weve compiled what youre looking for here.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

JUNE 7, 2023

To help government technology (GovTech) startups build solutions that enable government agencies to better serve their communities, Amazon Web Services (AWS) is launching its first AWS GovTech Accelerator. Learn more about the AWS GovTech Accelerator and apply now.

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State Tech Magazine

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Government officials and contractors should be wary of how the use of artificial intelligence might create privacy and contracting challenges, public sector lawyers said at the annual conference of the National Association of State Chief Information Officers on Tuesday. The same laws that apply to…

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AWS Public Sector Blog

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

As citizens’ expectations evolve and the need for rapid, accurate information becomes more pronounced, state and local governments seek smarter ways to keep pace. Enter Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) and large language models (LLMs)—the dynamic duo powering the next wave of efficient state and local government services.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

the Accelerator supports government technology (GovTech) startups as they develop innovative solutions enabling justice and public safety agencies to better serve their communities. Amazon Web Services (AWS) today announced 13 startup companies selected to participate in the inaugural AWS GovTech Accelerator. Revir Technologies, Inc.

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GCN

MARCH 22, 2024

The new law lets municipalities know exactly how much affordable housing they have to build. It’s an approach that states are increasingly trying in an effort to pressure local governments to increase affordable options.

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State Tech Magazine

AUGUST 9, 2022

This is especially true for state and local governments, law enforcement and public safety professionals. Over the past few years, collaborative technology that supports communication efforts across industries has been a must. New York Gov. Kathy Hochul recently announced the release of $62.5

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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. Here we explore the AI challenges state and local agencies face and six best practices to guide government AI adoption strategies.

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GovPilot

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Back in June 2021, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy signed Assembly Bill 1145 into law. This bill requires local governments in the Garden state to leverage a digital platform for all construction related applications and permits.

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Open Access Government - Technology News

AUGUST 19, 2024

Impact on programmers Professor Holger Hermanns, a key figure in analysing the AI Act’s implications, highlighted a crucial concern among programmers: understanding their obligations under the new law without delving into its extensive text.

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GovLoop

DECEMBER 3, 2024

AI is changing the way government does business. Its transformative potential in government operations is vast, ranging from predictive analytics in defense and law enforcement to automating benefits processing, and everything in between,” he said. “Its AI also plays a significant role in cybersecurity.

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Careers in Government

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Law students passionate about making a difference in the legal field often consider pursuing careers in government. KEY TAKEAWAY Unveil the mysteries of government legal roles, understanding their nature and impact. KEY TAKEAWAY Unveil the mysteries of government legal roles, understanding their nature and impact.

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Careers in Government

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Law students passionate about making a difference in the legal field often consider pursuing careers in government. KEY TAKEAWAY Unveil the mysteries of government legal roles, understanding their nature and impact. KEY TAKEAWAY Unveil the mysteries of government legal roles, understanding their nature and impact.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

AUGUST 26, 2022

In mid-February of 2022, the US federal government began planning the return-to-office after the COVID-19 pandemic. Helping government employees choose where they work, securely. The DOJ Tax Division is responsible for enforcing US tax laws. government security and compliance requirements. AWS GovCloud (US) or standard?

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American City & Country

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

However, social media also can be used to spread misinformation, which can lead to distrust between a government and its residents. It’s critical for governments to make their presence known, and intentionally engage with their residents to build a high level of trust. So, how do local governments activate on this?

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GCN

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Supreme Court heard oral arguments in two cases challenging Florida and Texas laws designed to prevent the alleged censorship of conservative viewpoints on social media. Observers say the decision could shape the future of free speech on the internet.

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State Tech Magazine

APRIL 22, 2024

Ransomware attacks targeting cities, states, municipalities, law enforcement and other public entities are expected to grow, according to Zscaler’s latest Ransomware Report. Recent cyberattacks in Fulton County, Ga., Contra Costa County, Calif., These entities often have a very low security posture to protect critical data and…

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GCN

JULY 1, 2024

The justices left in place preliminary injunctions blocking the two laws but said the appeals courts must further study their First Amendment implications.

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GCN

MARCH 27, 2024

But opponents say Florida’s law still runs afoul of the First Amendment. It is the latest in a series of efforts by states to regulate social media in a way that protects minors and stands up to legal challenges.

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Careers in Government

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Look no further than federal government jobs in Atlanta. Explore various roles spanning administration, technology, healthcare, and law enforcement. We’ll guide you through qualifications, crafting impressive resumes, interview strategies, and real success stories.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

AUGUST 6, 2024

As Australia moves forward with its National framework for the assurance of artificial intelligence in government , Amazon Web Services (AWS) is committed to helping our customers implement AI solutions that align with Australia’s AI Ethics Principles. Each dimension is explored in depth in our responsible use of machine learning guide.

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GCN

JANUARY 25, 2024

Utah delayed its efforts for litigation purposes, while a judge blocked an Ohio law. But that hasn’t stopped other states, most recently Idaho and New York, from introducing their own restrictions to protect minors.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

MARCH 28, 2025

The Metropolitan Police Department of Washington DC (DC-MPD) is one of the ten largest police agencies in the United States, serving as the primary law enforcement entity for the District of Columbia. Cost optimization: Cost efficiency is a key advantage of the AWS-based ETL pipeline.

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State Tech Magazine

OCTOBER 27, 2022

Mobile printers — paired with flexible, simultaneous Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity — are frequently used in local government, particularly in public safety, law enforcement and voting. This growth underscores the increasingly important role printer mobility and portability are playing across industries, including public services.

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NLC (National League of Cities)

APRIL 2, 2024

Six months into the new Fiscal Year and following four continuing resolutions to keep the government running beyond the October 1st start of Fiscal Year 2024, Congress has approved all twelve annual spending bills, which have been signed into law.

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NLRG (National Legal Research Group)

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

2d 351 (2024), the United States Supreme Court, in an unusual nearly unanimous 8-1 decision, upheld a 1994 federal criminal law, 18 U.S.C. 922(g)(8), against a challenge that the law violated the Second Amendment. Rahimi , 144 S. 1889, 219 L.

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Careers in Government

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Law students passionate about making a difference in the legal field often consider pursuing careers in government. KEY TAKEAWAY Unveil the mysteries of government legal roles, understanding their nature and impact. Discover how to stand out in government […]

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Super Library Marketing

JUNE 12, 2023

Now Renee gets to spend every day surrounded by books (and other great services, of course) in her role as Library Education and Communications Coordinator for the Law Library Victoria. Their physical and digital collections are made up of legal databases, textbooks, legislation, journals, law reports, and research tools.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

MARCH 10, 2023

The city worked with government technology (GovTech) company Wi-Fiber, a network infrastructure provider using AWS Direct Connect from Amazon Web Services (AWS). Read more about how state and local governments use AWS to power justice and public safety solutions at the AWS Cloud for Justice and Public Safety hub.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

JANUARY 10, 2023

Public officials and employees for electoral candidates, political committees, and political action committees (PACs) must publicly disclose their campaign finances in accordance with different state campaign finance disclosure laws. In just nine months, the Civix Ethics API was born.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

JULY 31, 2024

Lire cet article en Français The potential of open data to transform governance and public services is immense, but realizing this potential requires overcoming common obstacles. Advancing data governance and stewardship practices to build trust and enable secure data sharing between departments, including safeguarding privacy.

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FedTech Magazine

MARCH 18, 2024

But when it comes to a government transition, there’s more advance work that needs to be done. The federal government’s move to 5G accelerated when the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 became law at the end of December 2023.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

AUGUST 24, 2023

Today, Amazon Web Services (AWS) announced the launch of a Government Lens for the AWS Well-Architected Framework. The Government Lens draws on the experience and learning from leaders and innovators who have worked in government driving transformation programs and bridging the divide between technologists and policy teams.

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Open Access Government - Technology News

MARCH 10, 2023

With no plans to prohibit individual MPs from using TikTok – which many MPs use as a form of social media, including cabinet minister Grant Shapps and backbench MP Ben Bradley – senior parliamentarians have requested calls for the installation or use of TikTok on government devices to be completely banned. Is TikTok owned by China?

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FedTech Magazine

APRIL 17, 2025

Many government organizations are grappling with how to use artificial intelligence securely. AI security is even more challenging for organizations, including agencies, that are subject to additional cybersecurity and privacy laws or regulations.

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