Government Technology

Maryland has made a new investment to secure better web access for rural and other underserved residents. The state earlier this year announced it had gained a big federal grant for such work. https://bit.ly/4tqqGLt

The state Senate Committee on Business and Commerce considered whether critical infrastructure tech with foreign connections could create security vulnerabilities — signaling the possibility of a policy debate. https://bit.ly/47IF8WR

Thiago Sá Freire has taken over as CEO of Government technology supplier OpenGov. He previously worked as president, chief operating officer and president of field operations for the company. https://bit.ly/41bpsrw

In this week’s GT Fast5: AI at the edge is transforming city services and raising privacy questions; midterms could reshape state tech leadership; agencies are accelerating with data and ERP integration; and one transit system is putting improved data to work. #privacy #data #GovTech #Midterms #CIOs #ERPs #GrantManagement #Transit #Transportation AI at the Edge of Privacy and Service Delivery https://lnkd.in/g2r6uAPM Midterm Elections Could Reshape State CIO Leadership https://lnkd.in/gpHTQ2Uj Idaho Speeds Up Grant Funding with ERP Integration https://lnkd.in/gutwJmt8 Data Helps Washington, D.C. Fine-Tune Transit Service https://lnkd.in/gcExgTKZ RSAC 2026 Highlights: Agentic AI and Active Defense https://lnkd.in/gPuVPkdH

On Wednesday, Steve Patterson, the Mississippi Department of Information Technology Services’ director of data services, stepped in as the state’s next chief technology officer. He will help steer technology operations and advance long-term strategy. https://bit.ly/4m4Tmah

On March 20, 2026, the Trump White House released its much-anticipated National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence — a four-page blueprint that directed Congress to adopt a unified federal approach to AI governance. https://bit.ly/4s9O276

Ohio's CIO has been working on enhancing digital services for residents and business owners while educating government employees about emerging technologies like AI, for continuous improvement. https://bit.ly/4sMoAWb

Born from the chaos of 9/11, FirstNet provides a mobile phone network designed for public safety professionals. The new deal comes as the U.S. Congress considers a 10-year reauthorization of FirstNet. https://bit.ly/48mzREt

Philadelphia recently launched its Kensington Dashboard, which offers a comprehensive picture of the area through data, to inform residents and stakeholders about progress toward resolving its challenges. https://bit.ly/4bKReRJ

A statewide effort led by Idaho's Controller’s Office has connected grant management directly to its enterprise resource planning system, changing how agencies track, process and deliver funding. https://bit.ly/4dnTyzi