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Jackson County, Mo., could soon take steps aimed to ensure new data centers are not constructed in unincorporated areas of the county, at least temporarily. -
Statewide, more than 180 law enforcement agencies ― nearly a third of all agencies in Michigan ― now use Flock Safety technology, according to data compiled by the company.
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The National Association of State Chief Information Officers’ fourth look at the chief privacy officer role finds 31 states now have one — but lack of staffing and funding are among the challenges.
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Lawmakers are preparing four bills to amend Colorado’s first-in-the-nation artificial intelligence regulations, which seek to prevent discrimination when companies use AI to make various decisions.
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A new report from the Center for Digital Government uncovers how states are approaching key issues like cybersecurity, artificial intelligence and data governance. It further explores how states are redefining resilience.
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The move comes after weeks of consternation from residents, reports alleging pollution concerns, and allegations that the data center site was largely owned by a relative of St. Charles’ mayor.
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A survey conducted by the Program for Public Consultation at the University of Maryland found that both Republicans and Democrats support government AI regulation. The new AI Action Plan could limit this.
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D.C.'s new Real-Time Crime Center is the front line in a quiet battle over who controls the police department's surveillance data. While the federal government and city fight for authority, whose surveillance rules apply?
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Bridgeport's history of voting irregularities, including cases of absentee ballot fraud dating back to the 1980s, will translate to mandatory video monitoring of ballot boxes in all Connecticut towns and cities.
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The state Department of Information Technology’s new 86-page road map details how officials intend to transform service delivery, boost security and modernize infrastructure. IT literacy will be key.
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Town Board members approved a law to address use of electric bicycles and gas-powered dirt bikes on bike paths and walking trails. Police can now issue fines or impound vehicles being used illegally.
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In the absence of federal regulations, some legislators at the state level are pushing to protect child influencers with bills requiring their parents to set aside their earnings for a future date, and more.
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With possible state changes ahead on electric bicycle rules, the city’s mayor and a City Council member will meet with a state assemblyman on the topic. Lawmakers are at work on measures regulating the devices.
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City Council members voted not to proceed with the proposed project, due in large part to public pressure from residents with fears about its water usage. The project, a council member said, will likely still continue.
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The state is a part of Operation Robocall Roundup, an effort among multiple states. The Anti-Robocall Litigation Task Force will send warning letters to 37 entities demanding they cease the illegal calls.
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The hearing has been set to explore whether Lancaster city officials erred in giving two proposed data centers approval to move forward without first holding a public meeting and vote.
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A proposed federal policy would create a standardized path for drones to fly beyond sight for public safety, infrastructure and delivery. A 60-day comment period gives agencies a chance to weigh in on risks and benefits.
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Experts say that data generated by sail drones has been essential in the past for forecasting dangerous storms, but federal funding changes mean this program now faces cancellation.
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The state has set reporting deadlines for local governments, along with rules about ransomware attacks. The move reflects a larger trend as public officials seek to boost their cyber defenses.
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A data center could be built in rural Mooresville if the town’s Board of Commissioners approves annexation and rezoning requests later this year for construction on land owned by Dale Earnhardt’s widow.
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Telecommunications giant AT&T, which was stymied last year by state regulators in its bid to drop landline service to its California customers, is now taking its case to the Legislature in Sacramento.
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