Cybersecurity
Senators Relaunch Cybersecurity Bills Following log4j Concerns
The new package bill was introduced amid calls for increased government support of open-source software development.
Modernization
Legislation to Expand Federal Contracting Opportunities Reaches President’s Desk
The legislation aims to improve government contracting opportunities for small businesses but could have a major impact on governmentwide procurement.
Emerging Tech
Could Smart Cars Finally be Driving Towards Reality?
Autonomous vehicles offer the potential for making streets safer, but currently face regulatory and safety challenges of their own.
Cybersecurity
IRS Suggests Need to Disclose Crypto Exchange Information to Law Enforcement
A letter the tax bureau sent to a key senator says stronger penalties for failure to report cryptocurrency-based income gains might also help deter cyber criminals.
Emerging Tech
Aviation Official: 5G and Air Travel Can 'Safely Coexist'
FAA Administrator Steve Dickson testified that improved information and new altimeters are two components of safeguarding air travel amid 5G C-band deployment.
Digital Government
Democratic Lawmakers Take Aim at Discriminatory Private Sector Algorithms
The Algorithmic Accountability Act of 2022 would require companies that use algorithms in select business operations to report on how they work and what data they use.
Policy
Controversial Section 230 Reform Finds More Opposition in Senate
A previous version of the bill was criticized by human rights groups and privacy advocates.
Modernization
Broadband Rollout Depends on Fixing ‘Woefully Inadequate’ Maps
Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo discussed the agency’s current plans for installing broadband, emphasizing the need for state planning and communication.
Cybersecurity
Supply Chain Security Training and FISMA Overhaul Bills Clear House Committee
The committee chair highlighted a need for incident reporting and other requirements for federal contractors.
Policy
Lawmakers Argue Pending European Tech Laws Disadvantage American Firms
Two senators asked President Biden to negotiate changes to the pending Digital Markets Act and Digital Services Act.
Policy
EARN IT Act Reintroduced, Draws Criticism Over Encryption Implications
Sens. Graham and Rosenthal reintroduced 2020’s Eliminating Abusive and Rampant Neglect of Interactive Technologies Act, but advocacy groups fear it misses the target in restricting content.
Emerging Tech
Lawmakers Push Army to Deploy Advanced Cameras for Improved Situational Awareness
New York lawmakers want the branch to implement technology produced in their home state.
Policy
Lawmakers Request Continued Telehealth Expansion for Medicare
A letter signed by 45 members of Congress asked for continued federal funding for Medicare telehealth access as pending legislation aims to make it permanent.
Digital Government
US Spy Chief Warns Government Is Classifying Too Much Data
Emerging technologies have had a direct impact on how much data the government classifies.
Digital Government
Democratic Lawmakers Call for Ban of Surveillance Advertising
Sen. Cory Booker and Rep. Anna Eshoo asked the Federal Trade Commission to consider prohibiting targeted advertising through personal user data.
Cybersecurity
FISMA Bill Drops in House Amid Confusion Over Federal CISO Role
Rep. John Katko is continuing a campaign to make the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency a central Chief Information Security Office—or CISO— for federal civilian agencies.
Modernization
Watchdog Finds IT Scorecards Effective In Monitoring Federal Modernization Efforts
A new report highlights the benefits FITARA grading has had on modernizing tech within the government, despite recent failing grades.
Emerging Tech
Congress Concerned Over Crypto's 'Massive' Energy Needs
The House Energy and Commerce Committee heard witness testimony on crypto’s power consumption, and renewables' role in making the industry sustainable.
Modernization
The Hill Gets Serious About Digital Services
The House of Representatives is launching a digital services team, after recommendations from the House Select Committee on the Modernization of Congress.
Modernization