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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: Legislation Could Renew ACP
Plus, a broadband report card ranks ARPA-funded projects, more states see their initial proposals for BEAD funding approved, $2.7 million will support libraries’ digital literacy programming, and more.
August 01, 2024
 · Julia Edinger
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Artificial Intelligence
Implementing AI in Local Government? Here's What to Watch
The National Association of Counties’ AI Exploratory Committee has released a report for local governments on integrating artificial intelligence. It offers use cases, and examines risks and opportunities.
July 31, 2024
 · Julia Edinger
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Election Technology
For Locals, GIS Brings Election Day Into Sharper Focus
Local governments have turned to GIS tech to enhance their election process, for staff and voters alike. This year, several jurisdictions will debut new features to further improve transparency and make voting easier.
July 30, 2024
 · Julia Edinger
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Broadband and Network
What’s New in Digital Equity: Federal Grant Program Now Open
Plus, the FCC has launched a new mobile speed test app, HUD’s ConnectHomeUSA program has expanded to new communities, more states have seen their initial proposals for BEAD program funding accepted, and more.
July 25, 2024
 · Julia Edinger
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Artificial Intelligence
First Course Served, N.J. Partners to Broaden AI Training
The state announced the release earlier this month of a course on using generative artificial intelligence, for public-sector staffers in New Jersey and elsewhere. More coursework is coming later this summer.
July 24, 2024
 · Julia Edinger
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Artificial Intelligence
Small City, Big Potential: How One Ohio City Is Tackling AI
Grove City, Ohio, has taken a cautious, intentional approach to regulating artificial intelligence. An AI policy enacted late last year specifies implementation of AI-powered tools is approved on a case-by-case basis.
July 23, 2024
 · Julia Edinger
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Workforce & People
N.D. CIO Greg Hoffman Takes a Whole-of-State Approach to IT
The state's new CIO has worked with the North Dakota Information Technology department for nearly 20 years. Now, the relationships he has built will support and inform the implementation of his vision for IT.
July 18, 2024
 · Julia Edinger
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Broadband and Network
What’s New in Digital Equity: Rating Low-Cost Internet Plans
Plus, the FCC is taking steps to update broadband data collection, more states have had their initial proposals for BEAD funding approved, Oakland got a grant to expand broadband infrastructure, and more.
July 18, 2024
 · Julia Edinger
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Broadband and Network
What’s New in Digital Equity: Where Is Net Inclusion 2025?
Plus, initial proposals for BEAD program funding have been approved in two more states, findings from a new report emphasize the role libraries play in bridging the digital divide, and more.
July 11, 2024
 · Julia Edinger
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Government Experience
Connecting Older New Yorkers Through Skills Training, AI
The New York State Office for the Aging is giving older adults more options to connect with each another and the world by providing them with a variety of technologies — and the skills they need to use them.
July 09, 2024
 · Julia Edinger
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