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Working with Legislators to Promote Disaster Resilience

Eric Holdeman's Disaster Zone Podcast

This is not everyone’s “cup of tea” but it can be a vital aspect of having a disaster management program that enjoys the support of legislators. This is not everyone’s “cup of tea” but it can be a vital aspect of having a disaster management program that enjoys the support of legislators.

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U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) Reauthorized

Community and Economic Development Program of UNC

With funding to date of more than $700 million through the CHIPS and Science Act of 2022, EDA has awarded implementation grants to 18 Regional Technology and Innovation Hubs (Tech Hubs) around the country. Grant funds can be used for planning, technical assistance, training, sector partnership formation, program design, and implementation.

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AI governance: Ensuring artificial intelligence is a force for good

Open Access Government - Technology News

We created the summit to identify practical applications of AI to tackle the UN Sustainable Development Goals and scale those solutions for global impact. Countries seeking to establish AI governance frameworks Most countries still need AI legislation in place.

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America is at a crossroads with its infrastructure future

American City & Country

In response to these consequences, the ASCE released the Sustainable Infrastructure Standard, ASCE 73-23, a tool that provides guidance for infrastructure owners to develop and implement sustainable solutions throughout a project’s entire life cycle. Nonetheless, America’s communities are at a crossroads.

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Getting Elected is the Easy Part

Eric Holdeman's Disaster Zone Podcast

Written for legislative newcomers and others interested in state government, her book blends documented research with her personal experiences and observations about how to succeed and achieve real change. Although dozens of publications advise candidates on how to run and win campaigns, for those elected, few resources exist.

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Seismic Neglect for Schools

Eric Holdeman's Disaster Zone Podcast

In this podcast the guest is Jim Buck, a former Washington State legislator. In this podcast the guest is Jim Buck, a former Washington State legislator. When we send our children and grandchildren off to school we expect that they are going to a safe place. In Washington State that might not be true.

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States Can Support Workers and Employers with Paid Family and Medical Leave

Government Technology Insider

These programs have many benefits for both employers and employees, yet their atypical nature complicates their design and implementation. As a result, states looking to implement a PFML program have several considerations to keep in mind to maximize success. Ensuring the new system is both configurable and scalable is critical.