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E-Rate has funded school internet access for decades. Now the @FCC wants to examine whether student screen time and online safety should play a bigger role in the program's future.

The commission will vote on launching a review of the E-Rate program this month.

Read our coverage: https://t.co/u8SJeoIdgP

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The cloud forecast at CBP?

100% migration by 2028.

@USACBP is pushing toward a full cloud migration, betting on modern infrastructure to boost security, scalability, and mission performance across the agency.

Read our coverage: https://t.co/Uzs2iDA2YW

#IBM #ThinkGov #Cloud #FederalIT #GovTech

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ICYMI: Hackers are already setting their sights on the 2026 midterm elections. A new report by @CheckPointSW warns that cyber threats targeting election infrastructure, political organizations, and voter trust are ramping up well ahead of Election Day.

Read our coverage: https://t.co/TjLfB383uw
#Cybersecurity #Elections2026 #GovTech

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ICYMI: North Dakota public schools are asking a big question: What role should technology play in the classroom? 📱💻 State education leaders have launched a survey to gather feedback on everything from student devices to classroom tech policies.

#EdTech #K12 #DigitalLearning

https://t.co/7gj42NdszH

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House lawmakers have unveiled draft AI legislation that would preempt some state-level AI laws, setting up a major debate over the future of AI governance and federal oversight.

#AI #ArtificialIntelligence #Policy #GovTech

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ICYMI: @OITColorado is cutting 173 positions and restructuring operations as part of a major realignment effort. The agency also named a new CIO to help lead the transition and shape the future of state IT.

#GovIT #StateGovernment #DigitalTransformation

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ICYMI: New House legislation would provide $1B in federal grants to help state and local governments modernize technology systems, strengthen cybersecurity, and improve digital services. Continued investment in public sector IT remains critical to innovation and resilience.

READ MORE: https://t.co/KaUEXg7pUK

#GovTech #Cybersecurity #DigitalTransformation

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ICYMI: Kansas is replacing decades-old paper-based regulatory processes with a new digital system designed to improve efficiency, transparency, and access for residents and businesses. Another example of states accelerating modernization efforts to deliver better government services.

READ MORE: https://t.co/7BnQGeYP8H

#GovTech #DigitalGovernment #CX

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#SLTT organizations need stronger #cyber maturity, but workforce gaps and sophisticated threats make it harder.

See how a managed security operations center can help close cyber gaps: https://t.co/w61wcOELRt

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ICYMI: Minnesota lawmakers are advancing a major human services IT modernization bill aimed at replacing aging systems, improving service delivery, and streamlining operations across agencies. Modernization continues to be a top priority for states looking to improve citizen outcomes.

READ MORE: https://t.co/i5wDxMqc7q

#GovTech #DigitalTransformation #StateIT

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ICYMI: Indiana is scaling cybersecurity education statewide — expanding access from 69 high schools to 200 and creating pathways from K-12 to college, the National Guard, and high-demand cyber careers. A strong model for building the next generation cyber workforce.

READ MORE: https://t.co/vZUiNEDpR8

#Cybersecurity #Education #WorkforceDevelopment

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ICYMI: Quantum innovation is getting a boost. ⚛️

@nyuniversity and @IBM are launching a new postdoctoral research program focused on advancing quantum computing research and developing the next generation of quantum talent. #QuantumComputing #HigherEd #Innovation

READ MORE: https://t.co/Ljfd9WZyIz

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Modernization, #cybersecurity, and #AI readiness are converging on the state CIO agenda. Hear how state leaders are preparing agencies for AI at scale while improving mission outcomes and services in MeriTalk’s State Tech Vision 2026 roundtable.

Watch: https://t.co/WKD5T8cEbY #GovTech

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ICYMI: Congress is investigating recent cyberattacks targeting Canvas after Instructure reportedly reached a deal with hackers. The incident is raising fresh concerns about cybersecurity risks facing education platforms and student data. #Cybersecurity #EdTech #GovIT

READ MORE: https://t.co/1LkIyw2lzR

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ICYMI: @SenSchumer is urging @DHSgov to develop a “frontier AI” cyber response plan to help state, local, tribal, and territorial governments defend against increasingly advanced cyber threats. #Cybersecurity #AI #StateLocalGov

Read More: https://t.co/WFobIK0bhZ

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ICYMI: @AlaskaDOTPF is modernizing its tech capabilities to improve operations, boost efficiency, and better serve residents across the state. From infrastructure to innovation, the state is investing in smarter transportation systems. #GovTech #Transportation #StateIT

Read More: https://t.co/ZgW8UbvPyV

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ICYMI: State CISOs are battling a new wave of AI-powered cyberattacks as threat actors use generative AI to scale phishing, deepfakes, and ransomware tactics. State leaders say stronger defenses, workforce training, and cross-government collaboration are more critical than ever. #Cybersecurity #AI #StateIT

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Vermont lawmakers are considering diverting $9.5M from the state’s Technology Modernization Fund to the general fund — a move industry groups warn could slow critical IT upgrades. #GovTech #Cybersecurity #DigitalGovernment

READ MORE: https://t.co/6uaytjI1WE

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ICYMI: @SeaPubSchools is rolling out new K-12 cellphone restrictions 📵

K–8 students: phones “off and away” all day
High schoolers: use allowed only during lunch + passing periods. The district says the move will help improve focus and reduce classroom distractions.

#K12 #Education #DigitalWellness

READ MORE: https://t.co/INDnLy2jXg

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ICYMI: Pennsylvania State Police brought connectivity on the move to the NFL Draft. By deploying a mobile Land Mobile Radio (LMR) Cell on Wheels (COW), troopers ensured seamless, reliable communications during one of the year’s biggest events—proving how critical resilient tech is for public safety at large-scale gatherings.

Read more: https://t.co/HodXIOQ1YN #FirstResponders #LMR #GovTech #NFLDraft