People
Feds see need for info-sharing assertion
DHS must give state and local officials more direction about information sharing, Steve Cooper says.
Digital Government
Newstrom boards IMC
Virginia's former secretary of technology took a seat on the board of software developer IMC Inc.
Modernization
House urges format for drug info
The House passed a bill that requires HHS to administer an electronic format for drug data and funds state databases for controlled substances.
Modernization
West Virginia to start grid
State officials say West Virginia's Global Grid Exchange will be the largest public computing grid in the world.
Modernization
FCC promotes power line broadband
Commissioners issued rules so broadband over power lines doesn't interfere with radio.
Modernization
HHS doles out tech grants
Department officials announced nearly $140 million in grants to promote use of IT, develop networks and push collaboration.
Cybersecurity
Intelligence officials prepare for new data-sharing policies
Intelligence officials say if they can conceal how data is collected, they can share it with almost anyone in intelligence and DOD.
Modernization
Emergency preparedness deadlines loom
Officials push for progress on managing national incidents
People
Cops get info-sharing portal for debate
Microsoft's SharePoint software powers the customized portal for agencies guarding the presidential debate.
People
Md. elections CIO offers e-voting assurances
She defended the state board against allegations that officials have not taken prudent measures.
People
Ky. revamps elections site
The new State Board of Elections site allows registered voters to access all information on their precinct and legislative district.
Digital Government
Geospatial One-Stop takes first county
Westchester County, N.Y., became the first county to contribute maps to the geospatial portal.
Modernization
Inspector general finds watch list leadership lacking
DHS doesn't have the resources and infrastructure to oversee consolidation of terrorist watch lists, a report says.
Digital Government
Readying a new model
Long delayed, OMB preps the final draft of the data reference model
Cybersecurity
Spies work on info sharing
Intelligence officials have started several initiatives to improve data sharing among personnel of all security levels.
People
Four IT bills rejected in California
Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger vetoed bills that address IT-related issues, including outsourcing, broadband access and electronic surveillance of employees.
Digital Government
Maine hires Northrop for health
Northrop Grumman Corp. won a $2.5 million contract to consolidate Maine's public health systems.
Digital Government
Officials praise D.C. wireless network
The Capital Wireless Integrated Network gives public safety workers a valuable tool for daily and extraordinary situations, officials said.
People