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GCN

MAY 21, 2024

The law attempts to mitigate algorithmic discrimination in AI systems that make consequential decisions related to hiring, banking and housing.

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Regulations Laws Housing Government 98

NLC (National League of Cities)

APRIL 19, 2024

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released the first-ever National Primary Drinking Water Regulation for certain per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), also known as ‘forever chemicals.’ On April 10, the U.S.

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Regulations 62

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

DECEMBER 21, 2023

AI and its supercharged breakthrough, generative AI, are all about rapid advancements, and rule makers are under pressure to keep up.

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Regulations Management 111

Open Access Government - Technology News

AUGUST 1, 2024

AI applications not categorised as high-risk or banned are subject to lighter-touch regulation, allowing for innovation while ensuring compliance with fundamental rights and safety standards. The post EU AI Act: Regulation to shape the future of Artificial Intelligence appeared first on Open Access Government.

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GCN

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

California is the first state to allow residents to request that data brokers delete their personal data, but some worry it will be difficult to implement and enforce.

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Regulations Implementation Government 106

Homeroom

AUGUST 29, 2024

Department of Education (Department) is excited to announce the most significant update to its Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR) since 2013. EDGAR serves as the foundational set of policies and rules governing the billions of dollars in grants the Department administers each year.

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Regulations Education Government 52

NLC (National League of Cities)

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Housing Supply Accelerator Convening The Housing Supply Accelerator, a partnership between the National League of Cities (NLC) and the American Planning Association (APA), is dedicated to locally driven housing supply solutions.

Housing 99

Housing Regulations Development 99

GCN

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Many of the laws passed in 2023 against social media platforms have been challenged in court. But states appear undeterred as they continue weighing ways to curb social media’s effects on young people.

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Social Media Regulations Laws Government 102

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Current macroeconomic conditions, consumer focus on sustainability, regulations, and changing business models could further drive farmers’ adoption of agtech products, if their concerns are addressed.

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Regulations Sustainability 137

GovPilot

DECEMBER 13, 2022

ATLANTIC CITY — The city is implementing an online portal, set to go live Friday, for property owners who wish to offer short-term rentals.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JANUARY 9, 2024

As US regulators consider a decision on open banking, account-to-account (A2A) payments face challenges in a card-dominated market but also have some promising use cases.

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AWS Public Sector Blog

JANUARY 10, 2025

AWS GovCloud (US) adheres to Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) High, the Department of Justice (DOJ) Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) , US International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) , and other compliance mandates. A full list can be found at Compliance in the AWS GovCloud (US) User Guide.

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Regulations Public Sector Laws Security 97

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

MARCH 1, 2023

New data regulations from the European Union require organizational attention, and three key steps can help navigate the data privacy landscape.

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Regulations Management 126

GCN

JANUARY 8, 2024

After years of adjusting land-use regulations, Minneapolis boosted its housing stock by 12%, while rents grew at just 1%. Meanwhile, the rest of Minnesota increased its stock by 4% as rents rose 14%.

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Housing Development Regulations Management 129

Open Access Government - Technology News

AUGUST 19, 2024

Future outlook and global impact Despite concerns about stifling innovation, proponents like Hermanns believe the AI Act strikes a balance between regulation and advancement. The impact of the AI Act will undoubtedly unfold over time, influencing how AI is developed, deployed, and regulated worldwide.

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Laws Regulations Legislation Supervision 111

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

JANUARY 3, 2023

New technologies and regulations have made autonomous driving possible. In this changing landscape, the strategic roles of manufacturers may vary.

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Regulations 123

GCN

JUNE 27, 2024

Efforts to streamline cybersecurity regulations across governments, industries and sectors are underway. The nationwide program StateRAMP has launched its initiative to standardize those rules and regulations.

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Regulations Government 93

The City Fix

APRIL 6, 2023

Political landscapes, regulations, industry interests, market set-ups, financial resources and social considerations all. The momentum towards low-carbon and sustainable transport is growing globally, but the sector still lags behind many others and each country faces a unique path to travel.

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Transportation Regulations Sustainability Economic Development 104

GCN

MARCH 27, 2024

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. But opponents say Florida’s law still runs afoul of the First Amendment.

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Social Media Laws Regulations Government 109

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

APRIL 19, 2024

When the stakes are high and regulation is necessarily complex, using digital twins can enable better, faster innovation in medtech. Unlocking the value available can be hard, but getting the transformation right can help organizations create better performing products.

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Regulations Operations 104

NLC (National League of Cities)

APRIL 8, 2024

This guidance is designed to create a streamlined set of rules and regulations forfederal grants that ensure that Congress, agencies, and applicants have standard language andprocesses for grant awards and administration. Last week, the White House announced the final Office of Management and Budget (OMB) UniformGrants Guidance.

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McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

MAY 31, 2023

Economic pressures and the push toward more-sustainable practices are driving next-generation automation technologies, benefiting farmers, regulators, and consumers alike.

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Regulations Sustainability 108

Open Access Government - Technology News

JUNE 5, 2023

Searching for ways the UK can address AI risks During the meeting, the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, Chloe Smith, expressed gratitude to the attendees for their contributions to the sector and their assistance in crafting the AI Regulation White Paper.

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NLC (National League of Cities)

JANUARY 13, 2025

Authored by Hanneke van Deursen, Bloomberg City Hall Fellow, City of Chattanooga and Nicole Heyman, Chief Housing Officer, City of Chattanooga With limited federal resources and state preemption on regulations, what can a mid-size city do to expand its impact on affordable housing? This is the question faced by Chattanooga, Tennessee.

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Housing Regulations 87

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

MAY 3, 2023

As regulators encourage new players to enter the digital financial services sector, firms that take the initiative can gain an early advantage in one of the world’s largest greenfield markets.

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Regulations 107

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Asaf Somekh, co-founder of Iguazio, says that generative AI can improve customer experiences in Europe by improving natural language translation and explains how regulation can provide clarity for companies looking to develop AI-led products and services.

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Translation Regulations Development 109

NLC (National League of Cities)

JULY 18, 2024

In their 2023-2024 term, the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) issued decisions that directly impact local governments on issues including the constitutionality of collecting impact fees, local authority to make regulations on the matter of homelessness, Title VII employment issues and public officials’ usage of social media.

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Local Government Social Media Advocacy Government 102

Homeroom

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Paydar, Assistant Secretary, Postsecondary Education In September 2021, the Department announced it was conducting a review of regulations related to First Amendment freedoms, including religious freedoms, which impose additional requirements on its higher education institutional grant recipients.

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Regulations Education 96

GCN

OCTOBER 31, 2023

In a letter, cities have asked the EPA for grants, trainings and stronger regulations. Despite local efforts, millions of tons of the powerful greenhouse gas, mostly from thrown-out food, are being released into the atmosphere.

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Regulations 107

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

MARCH 12, 2024

It was another year of big changes for the mobility sector as regulation, investment patterns, consumer preferences, and technology continued to evolve.

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Regulations 94

State Tech Magazine

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Data governance represents “a set of processes, policies and practices that ensure an organization’s structured data is regulation-compliant throughout its lifecycle by assessing its quality, security and accessibility,” says Bill Rowan, vice president of public sector strategy and sales at Splunk. So, what Is Data Governance?

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FedTech Magazine

JUNE 14, 2024

The policies prioritize ethical standards, privacy and innovation through documents that concisely lay out the government’s positions on regulating and using AI in its executive operations.

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Regulations Operations Management 105

GovLoop

JULY 26, 2024

In the present day, ADA regulations continue to evolve, as advocates push for increased access to all parts of public life. In April of this year, the Department of Justice issued a groundbreaking and very necessary update to ADA regulations that requires web content and mobile applications to be accessible to people with disabilities.

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Advocacy Regulations Public Transportation Transportation 110

Microsoft Public Sector

OCTOBER 29, 2024

AI Executive Orders, Laws, and Regulations In recent years, several laws and executive orders have been enacted to govern the use of AI across various sectors in the United States, ensuring that its deployment is ethical, secure, and compliant with existing regulations.

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Security Regulations Operations Development 115

GAO (US Government Accountability Office)

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Federal regulators and some industry leaders have raised concerns about this investment strategy. A few years ago, some employer-sponsored retirement plans began offering employees the option to invest in crypto assets through their 401(k) plans.

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Regulations 90

Open Access Government - Technology News

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

The technology is advancing at a pace that regulators struggle to match. Parents and teachers must be equipped so they can work together to safeguard students Government regulation will, without a doubt, prove crucial in guiding students’ use of AI in schools. Legislation and guidance take time and experience to draft.

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