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Signs of Big Growth in Shared Bike and Scooter Trips Before Virus Hit
A new report shows that the number of trips on these “micro-mobility” vehicles was up 60% last year over 2018.
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Sewage Testing on University Campus Identifies Asymptomatic Covid Cases
The University of Arizona tested sewage for the presence of coronavirus and identified two students who tested positive but didn’t have any symptoms for the respiratory illness.
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Pentagon’s Contractor Cybersecurity Program Approaches Testing Phase
The pending non-profit in charge of issuing certifications is moving forward with training for assessors as a key aspect of its arrangement with the Defense Department could be in flux.
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The Tech Perspective Kamala Harris Could Bring to the Vice Presidency
Nextgov took a look at the record of Sen. Kamala Harris. D-Calif., on tech issues to see what technology perspective she could bring to the vice presidency.
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Algorithms Help Spot Possible Suicidal Intent Among Veterans’ Social Posts
Roughly 17 military veterans die by suicide each day.
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Capital Budgets and Maintenance in Line to Take Hits, Local Government Survey Finds
The new poll indicates that public works is an area that will see less funding as the coronavirus pandemic weighs on state and local government budgets.
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Ransomware Attacks Demanding Larger Payouts from Local Governments
The average ransom demanded of a local government in a cyberattack grew from $30,000 to $380,000, according to one cybersecurity firm.
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Federal Agencies Must Boost the Brand in Order to Attract Tech Talent, Report Says
Two of the top reasons the federal government struggles to attract talented tech workers are lack of awareness and a lengthy hiring process, according to a new report.
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Pentagon Plans Single-Award $11B IT Contract
The Defense Enclave Services contract could go out for bid as soon as late September.
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Teenager Charged With Homicide After Shooting at Kenosha Protest
STATE AND LOCAL NEWS ROUNDUP | Hurricane Laura, pushing ‘unsurvivable’ storm surge, makes landfall in Texas and Louisiana … Former New York assembly speaker begins serving prison sentence … Idaho House votes to revoke Covid emergency declaration.
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New Unemployment Benefits Could Take Weeks to Distribute
Thirty-two states have been approved for the federal unemployment program, but only four states have begun issuing the $300-a-week benefits.
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Congressional AI Resolution Coming Soon, Lawmakers Say
Reps. Will Hurd and Robin Kelly plan to introduce an AI resolution celebrating past innovations and laying the groundwork for future legislation.
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In New Jersey, a Proposal for $1,000 ‘Baby Bonds’
Gov. Phil Murphy, who proposed the program on Tuesday, said it would be the first statewide initiative of its kind. But the added spending would come at a time when the state’s budget is strained.
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Air Force to Craft a Quantum Information Science Strategy—and Wants Help
The service is on the lookout for a contractor with a proven track record in the quantum development space.
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Pennsylvania Governor Suggests Selling Marijuana Through State-Run Stores
Gov. Tom Wolf isn’t the first governor to recently float state-operated marijuana retail. Pennsylvania currently runs hundreds of wine and liquor shops.
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Critical Update: Why a Government Vulnerability Disclosure Program Is a Big Deal
The new policy could change the government’s relationship with hackers but some agencies have reservations.
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City Creates Food Stamps App as Renewal Process Becomes More Difficult
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is resuming pre-coronavirus application and renewal requirements for food stamps. Washington, D.C. created a mobile public benefits app that officials hope will make it easier for recipients to apply and meet eligibility requirements.
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Second Night of Unrest in Wisconsin City After Police Shooting of Black Man
STATE AND LOCAL NEWS ROUNDUP | A look at local and state government ties to Idaho militias … Colorado interstate reopens after two-week wildfire closure … Connecticut city to name sewer plant after John Oliver.
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Poll: State and Local Governments Get Way Better Marks than Feds for Handling Virus
The survey shows Americans’ approval of the state and local pandemic response fell this month, but it’s still nowhere near the dismal reviews the Trump administration or Congress gets.
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