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Govtech.com serves as the digital hub for Government Technology, a branch of e.Republic, Inc. This platform, along with its associated publications, is recognized for excellence in journalism and focuses on the impact of information technology within state and local governments. Government Technology provides comprehensive insights into IT case studies, new technologies, and how digital advancements affect public policy and management in the public sector. It is a valuable resource for managers, elected officials, CIOs, and technology personnel across various government levels, offering them the latest news and updates in IT and related events.

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Women Still Underrepresented in STEM Despite Job Demand

1 day ago | govtech.com | Ashley Stalnecker

In fact, it was a challenge that drew her into the field of science, engineering, technology and mathematics — often shortened to STEM. All subjects from science and mathematics to English and social studies were a cakewalk for young Miller. "Without knowing where the hoop was, I could jump through it," she said. (TNS) — Penn Manor technology teacher Molly Miller has never shied away from a challenge.
Crosswalk Hacks: A Wake-Up Call for Government IoT Security

3 days ago | govtech.com | Nikki Davidson

While many regard it as a harmless prank, the trend exposes potentially dangerous vulnerabilities that exist with modern smart city technology that operates on wireless and Bluetooth technology. The messages first appeared in Northern California cities including Palo Alto, Redwood City and Menlo Park, featuring fake messages from Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg and Tesla CEO Elon Musk.
Oroville, Calif., Software Will Let Callers Rate Police

3 days ago | govtech.com | Michael Weber

With new software for the Oroville Police Department, one can do such things and more on their smartphone. The Oroville City Council approved the purchase of a subscription to the Specialized Police Intelligence and Data Resource suite — SPIDR for short — by the company Community Connect. (TNS) — Have you ever wanted to rate a cop one of five stars? Or find their ETA to your location?
First Responder Suicide Rates, Mental Health Crises Rise

3 days ago | govtech.com | Jamie Costa

Police departments in Plaistow and Pelham, along with their peers nationwide, are implementing wellness hours, peer-to-peer support groups, on-call psychologists and bi-annual mental health and wellness training for employees. “Officers face high stress calls and that could mean many things like traumatic incidents, people with severe mental health problems, suicides, homicides, severe injuries and death to children,” said Plaistow Police Chief John Santoro.
Concord Consortium Studying AI for Math Education

3 days ago | govtech.com | Lauraine Langreo

The nonprofit educational research and development organization has partnered with the Florida Virtual School and the University of Florida to provide an "Artificial Intelligence in Math" supplemental certification program for middle and high school students taking Algebra 1. The program, which began April 7, will introduce students to the foundational principles of AI that intersect with core math topics.
Helena, Mont., Schools Seek $3M Tech Levy for Devices

3 days ago | govtech.com | Sonny Tapia

The 2025 technology levy, if passed, would be the district's first update since 2004. Representatives of the district called it a "smaller ask" compared to 2024's levy proposals that failed at the ballot. "Our current levy 'keeps the lights on,' but doesn't allow us to replace any devices or to update our network. If something breaks, we are out of luck," officials said.
ASU+GSV 2025: Amid Cuts, Education Research Pushes for Scalable Solutions

6 days ago | govtech.com | Abby Sourwine

In the wake of major cuts to federal education research infrastructure, America's systems for studying educational tools and practices and bringing them up to scale face an uncertain future, panelists at the ASU+GSV AI Show said earlier this month. In February, the Institute of Education Sciences (IES) lost about 90 percent of its staff and $900 million in active contracts.
University of Pittsburgh Gets $10M to Study AI for Medical Diagnoses

6 days ago | govtech.com | Kris B. Mamula

On Friday, Pitt announced an expanded partnership with Reston-based Leidos Inc. that will expand the use of artificial intelligence in diagnosing and treating ailments including heart disease and cancer. The five-year collaboration between Leidos and Pitt's new Computational Pathology and AI Center of Excellence will also create AI-powered products that will generate revenue for Pitt and Leidos.
Funds Committed to Broadband Builds in Patrick County, Va.

6 days ago | govtech.com | Bill Wyatt

Tamarah Holmes, director of the Office of Broadband with the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development, updated the Patrick County Board of Supervisors on four projects that received funding in 2022 and 2023. Just over $3 million was committed to the 2022 West Piedmont Planning District Commission (WPPDC) Patrick Universal Broadband Project in 2022 with Charter Communications. Holmes said this project was 98% complete with 676 project passings complete out of 690 planned.
ASU+GSV 2025: Preparing Students for an AI-Driven Workforce

1 week ago | govtech.com | Abby Sourwine

He instantly saw the academic integrity challenges that would arise, and ultimately the work that teachers like him would have to do to redesign curriculum in response. In the time since, Watson has studied and written about the ways AI is changing our relationship to information, work and problem-solving. At the ASU+GSV AI Show April 6, he presented strategies to embrace those changes and accept AI as an essential component of teaching and learning today.