Technology
Technology is pivotal in modernizing local and state government operations, enhancing efficiency, transparency, and service delivery. From digital infrastructure to cybersecurity, technology enables governments to better meet the needs of their communities. Staying informed about the latest technological advancements is crucial for effective governance. This directory offers articles on technology, along with related topics like Product News, which covers the latest tools and innovations that can be integrated into government services.
Facebook local alerts feature makes it easier for local governments and public safety agencies to relay vital information to citizens during emergencies.
Meals on Wheels is giving local governments yet another compelling reason to make up for lost federal funding: Its app-based reporting system for elder neglect is saving lives and community resources
Evolving PSAP technology makes it easier to save lives, but also makes it more difficult to protect from cyber threats.
On the morning of Dec. 6, 1917, in the inner harbor of Halifax, Nova Scotia, a French munitions ship collided with a Norwegian freighter and caught fire, exploding with one-seventh the power of the first atomic bomb. The result was North America’s worst catastrophe.
The 911 Grant Program provides funding to PSAPs to help with migration to IP-enabled emergency networks, adoption of NG911 services and applications, interconnection with emergency response organizations and training of public safety personnel in 911 services.
Dr. Judy Riffle gives you her rundown of grant tools that make the grant writing process more efficient and successful.
These DOJ grants can aid local law enforcement and partner agencies in improving use of technology to enhance child exploitation investigations.
The 911 Grant Program will provide emergency call centers around the country with grants to upgrade technology and resources that enhance public safety operations.
The USDA’s ReConnect Program plans to expand the use of rural broadband Internet to areas that currently lack high-speed connectivity.
The second round of FirstNet planning grants will be awarded to 12 states, providing funds to expand public safety interoperability communication efforts.
The DOJ grant is for local law enforcement agencies to enhance crime gun intelligence and forensics activities around illegal firearms used in violent crimes.
The Bureau of Justice Assistance is supporting a number of partner city law enforcement and other agencies with funding to advance justice information sharing solutions.
The Stop School Violence Act of 2018 provided funding for grants to help with threat assessment and the creation of technology solutions to increase anonymous reporting options.
Grant funds assist IUPUI researchers in developing a system that can predict crime, allowing law enforcement to allocate resources where they are needed most.
The Link2Care smartphone app funded by NIH will allow homeless people to connect to case management services to keep them healthier and safer.
The CDC has released millions in grants to improve state prescription drug monitoring programs (PDMPs) and increase toxicology testing and surveillance.
Expansion of CALPIA’s computer coding program aims to lower recidivism rates by providing rehabilitation and job opportunities to female inmates.
TechHire Eastern Kentucky, a grant-funded partnership, is training unemployed miners in coal country to code and connecting them to tech jobs.
Nationwide, FTA is funding mobility on demand projects using innovative mobile platforms for underserved, low income and disabled transportation users.
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