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Julia Edinger

Staff Writer

Julia Edinger is a staff writer for Government Technology. She has a bachelor's degree in English from the University of Toledo and has since worked in publishing and media. She's currently located in Southern California.

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Broadband and Network
What's New in Digital Equity: Massachusetts Builds Digital Accessibility, Equity Board
Plus, Maine is the first state to have its digital equity plan accepted, the NTCA is calling for a more effective challenge process for the national broadband map, and more.
February 22, 2024
 · Julia Edinger, Zack Quaintance
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Workforce & People
South Dakota IT Looks Ahead, Prioritizing the Citizen Experience
As the state of South Dakota works to transform outdated IT systems, enhance cybersecurity and explore emerging technologies, state IT leadership is keeping the citizens’ experience at the heart of these efforts.
February 20, 2024
 · Julia Edinger
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Broadband and Network
What's New in Digital Equity: Inside Net Inclusion 2024
Plus, the state of Washington has appointed Aaron Wheeler to serve as the new broadband director, a digital navigator pilot program has been launched in the city of Cambridge, Mass., and more.
February 15, 2024
 · Zack Quaintance, Julia Edinger
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Cloud & Computing
Atlanta's IT Office Matures With a Focus on Ecosystem Growth
Just over a year since the launch of Atlanta’s new Office of Technology and Innovation, city tech leaders reflect on the role of the office in the city's work to build a broader technology ecosystem.
February 13, 2024
 · Julia Edinger
A light source illuminates a room through an open door with floating cyan symbols representing code or tech.
Government Experience
Massachusetts Accessibility Officer Shares Holistic Approach
Ashley Bloom, the state's first chief IT accessibility officer, shared that she is approaching the role with the mindset that accessibility should be integrated into all of the state's IT work.
February 12, 2024
 · Julia Edinger
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Broadband and Network
What's New in Digital Equity: Enrollment Ends for ACP
Plus, Alabama announces $188 million for broadband; California sees digital discrimination legislation introduced; Phoenix opens a digital skills training center; and more.
February 08, 2024
 · Julia Edinger, Zack Quaintance
Screenshot of Penn. House Republic Policy Committee facing ChatGPT at hearing. Behind representatives, a projector displays ChatGPT's responses.
Artificial Intelligence
Artificial Intelligence Testifies at Pennsylvania House Hearing
In a hearing titled “Navigating the Future of Artificial Intelligence,” lawmakers heard testimony from experts at IBM, TechNet and Harrisburg University — as well as testimony directly from ChatGPT.
February 07, 2024
 · Julia Edinger
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Cloud & Computing
Chicago’s New Department Focuses Its Commitment to IT, Service
The city of Chicago’s recently established Department of Technology and Innovation aims to transform the way city agencies work with one another and the way the city provides services to constituents.
February 06, 2024
 · Julia Edinger
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Broadband and Network
What’s New in Digital Equity: $120M Undersea Cable Project Launched in Hawaii
Plus, registration has closed for Net Inclusion 2024, Oklahoma and Kansas get funding for broadband, and a report seeks to uncover the best broadband technology investment.
February 01, 2024
 · Julia Edinger, Zack Quaintance
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GovTech Biz
Citizen Engagement Tools Build Trust, Public Access to Government
AI-powered chatbots and translation tools are just some of the offerings available to state and local governments looking to connect with residents and increase civic participation.
January/February 2024
 · Julia Edinger
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