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Jack Corrigan
Digital Government
Inside One Lawmaker's Proposal for a Privacy Bill of Rights
U.S. Sen. Ed Markey’s, D-Mass., sweeping privacy framework would limit the amount of data companies collect on users and require more transparency about how it’s being used.
Digital Government
Federal Lawmakers Want to Fund Cyber Upgrades for State and Local Governments
A bill introduced Monday would create a grant program for cash-strapped states that want to bolster their digital defenses.
Digital Government
Federal Agency Drone Use to Monitor Natural Disasters Expanded Dramatically in 2018
The Interior Department flew more than 10,000 unmanned missions to survey federal land, monitor wildlife and respond to natural disasters.
Digital Government
Silicon Valley Mayor to Feds: ‘Get Out of the Way’ of Innovation
The federal government could do more to promote innovation at the state and local levels by doing less, according to San Jose’s mayor.
Digital Government
Federal Cyber Chief Warns All Political Candidates 'Everybody's a Potential Target'
There’s no telling what races online adversaries might try to sway, says a Homeland Security official.
Management
Virtual Reality Could Make Disaster Response Training More Effective
In early tests of its augmented reality training software, a Texas-based company made first responders perform faster and more accurately.
Digital Government
How Data Analytics Could Help the Government Reduce Traffic Deaths
A D.C.-based startup with roots in the insurance market is using machine learning to predict the probability of car crashes on just about any stretch of road.
Management
FAA Wants to Protect First Responders from Drone Bombs
Under a new ruling, law enforcement officers would be able to identify drones from afar.
Digital Government
Government Watchdog Urges Congress to Start Moving on a Privacy Law
GAO researchers recommended lawmakers give regulators more power to write rules and punish the companies that break them.
Management
FAA Declares the Super Bowl a 'No Drone Zone'
People who violate the temporary flight restriction will face jail time and hefty fines.
Management
Election Security is a Key Part of House Democrats' Reform Bill
H.R. 1 would codify many of the security measures lawmakers have pushed for the last two years.
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Alerting Drivers That Emergency Vehicles Are Responding Nearby
A federal contract is testing a system that would alert drivers with the goal of avoiding collisions.
Emerging Tech
DHS Gives 'Power Suit' a Whole New Meaning
The agency wants first responders’ clothing to be able to generate and store electricity.
Digital Government
Blockchain Could Help Bring Renewable Energy to the Power Grid, Experts Tell Congress
But lawmakers want to know how to stop cryptocurrency miners from overwhelming local utility companies.
Management
Pilot-Optional Helicopters Could Be the Future of Fighting Wildfires
The Interior Department’s been working on a plan to expand its aerial firefighting efforts from daylight-only to a 24-hour cycle.
Digital Government
The Government Needs Better Data to Stop Election Meddling
Tech companies must be more forthcoming as misinformation campaigns ramp up before the midterm elections, internet researchers said.
Digital Government
Shoddy IT is Limiting FEMA's Ability to Respond to Disasters, IG Says
Some of the outstanding recommendations go back to 2005, just after Hurricane Katrina.
Management
Census Bureau Fumbles a 'Foundational' Part of the 2020 Trial Run
The Census Bureau is facing more problems in the lead up to the 2020 Census.
Digital Government
Interior Department is Using Drones to Save People Trapped by Lava
They’ve also been faster and safer than putting boots on the ground, an agency official said.
Emerging Tech