Government Technology

Brian Heaton

Brian Heaton is a senior writer for Government Technology. He also regularly contributes to Governing, Emergency Management and Public CIO magazines. Brian started his journalism career in 1999, covering sports and fitness for two trade publications based in Long Island, N.Y. He can be reached at bheaton@govtech.com and @govtechbrian on Twitter.

 

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Recent Articles

Georgia Community Broadband in Legislative Crosshairs
January 25, 2012 - New bill would place far-reaching restrictions on the ability of local governments to create their own high-speed networks.

GPS Tracking Case Could Have Wide-Ranging Fallout
January 24, 2012 - Controversial ruling may increase police workload and lead to safety risks.

App Helps California Teachers Stay Current With Standards
January 20, 2012 - Smartphone users can keep up-to-date with core math and language standards in California schools.

Missouri Courts Stay Connected With Video Conferencing
January 19, 2012 - A five-county judicial circuit has deployed a Skype-like system to allow judges to remotely preside over hearings.

Virginia DMV Prepares for 'FACE'lift
January 18, 2012 - A new transaction processing system being implemented at all 74 Virginia DMV offices should improve worker efficiency and the customer experience.

Company’s Web Forum Helps Agencies Spot Fraud
January 17, 2012 - LexisNexis has launched a new website focused on educating government officials on how people are defrauding federal, state and local agencies.

Emergency Texts Aid First Responders in New Mexico
January 16, 2012 - Text messaging 911 situation info to cellphones is increasing the efficiency of firefighters and rescue personnel.

FCC Updates California on Broadband Reform
January 13, 2012 - Commission is eyeing infrastructure expansion in underserved areas and further access to 4G mobile speed in 2012.

Campbell County, Va., Unveils Enhanced Website
January 11, 2012 - Changes to the county's home page are focused on timely communication and improving citizen engagement.

New Applications Help Patients, Doctors Battle Cancer
January 09, 2012 - Apps submitted for fed challenge took a broad range of health data and made it meaningful.

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