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Katya Maruri

Katya Maruri

Staff Writer

Katya Maruri is an Orlando-based e.Republic staff writer. She has a bachelor’s degree in journalism and a master’s degree in global strategic communications from Florida International University.

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Two Cities Outline Opportunities for Tech in Proposed Budgets
Among the top requests for one of the cities is $10.4 million for enterprise IT services like IT asset management and cybersecurity.
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July 26, 2023
 · Katya Maruri
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Profiles in Government: Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission
The department regulates the state’s alcoholic beverage industry and has an estimated annual IT budget of $1.8 million.
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July 25, 2023
 · Katya Maruri
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Public Safety Agencies Partner With CentralSquare Technologies
Recently, 12 agencies partnered with the software company to implement public safety response, coordination and reporting technology.
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July 21, 2023
 · Katya Maruri
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Mobility Authority Outlines Tech Opportunities in Budget
The Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority's budget includes $6.8 million for traffic incident management center technology and $4.8 million for automated incident detection cameras.
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July 20, 2023
 · Katya Maruri
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State Budgets $143M for Tech for Texas Education Agency
In 2024 alone, the agency will receive $120 million for various information resource technologies, systems and services.
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July 19, 2023
 · Katya Maruri
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DSHS Launches Statewide Fentanyl Data Dashboard
The dashboard, created by the Texas Department of State Health Services, compiles data on fentanyl and other drug poisoning-related deaths from 2014 to 2023.
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July 18, 2023
 · Katya Maruri
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Denton Uses Public Dashboard to Consolidate Strategic Plan
Residents can view the city's current initiatives and goals, including technology projects in planning and implementation.
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July 14, 2023
 · Katya Maruri
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Houston Community College Plans IT Solicitations Through End of 2023
The college plans to issue three solicitations for new tech during this year’s third and fourth quarters.
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July 13, 2023
 · Katya Maruri
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Texas Workforce Commission Seeks Mobile Credential Wallet
The web-based software solution would store personal inventories of earned academic and workforce credentials.
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July 12, 2023
 · Katya Maruri
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Department of Public Safety Considering Mobile Tracking App
The department has issued an RFI for a new mobile tracking application to oversee personnel time management, approvals, reallocation of resources and shift assignments.
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July 11, 2023
 · Katya Maruri
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Austin Seeks Project Management and Technical Services
The city is looking for a vendor to provide several services and information and communication technology for the Austin Convention Center Redevelopment Project.
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July 11, 2023
 · Katya Maruri
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Tracking the Spend: DSHS Spent $39M on IT Goods in Q2
During the year’s second quarter, the Texas Department of State Health Services purchased contracted services, computer and IT services and computer software.
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July 07, 2023
 · Katya Maruri
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Department of Family and Protective Services Recruiting for Chief Data Officer
The role would report to the agency’s deputy commissioner and provide direction and guidance in strategic operations and planning.
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July 06, 2023
 · Katya Maruri
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HHSC Recruiting for IT Specialty, Leadership Roles
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission seeks to fill two leadership positions and hire an enterprise architect.
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July 05, 2023
 · Katya Maruri
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Texas Rural Funders Creates Hub to Spread Word About Grant Opportunities
The nonprofit recently launched its grants hub webpage, which aims to assist rural towns and other nonprofits in securing grant funds.
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July 03, 2023
 · Katya Maruri
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IT Projects Recognized as State’s Best at 2023 Summit
The “Best of Texas” awards, announced during last week’s Texas Digital Government Summit, acknowledged various significant IT projects.
June 30, 2023
 · Katya Maruri
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Dallas County, Innovation Alliance Launch Drone and Robotics Program
The county plans to leverage drones and robotic technology to enhance public safety and make the government more efficient.
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June 29, 2023
 · Katya Maruri
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El Paso County Turns to Public Dashboard for Digital Transparency
Residents can track issues such as justice reform, financial health, internal processes, infrastructure and economic development through the platform.
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June 28, 2023
 · Katya Maruri
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State Budget Allocates $1.3 Billion to DIR
In 2024 alone, the department will receive $663 million for various IT projects and modernization efforts.
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June 27, 2023
 · Katya Maruri
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Lessons Learned from the Texas Water Data Hub Launch
The hub, created by the Texas Water Development Board, showcases public water data from across the state through an open data catalog. But putting it together came with some challenges.
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June 23, 2023
 · Katya Maruri
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Trophy Club Seeks Proposals for IT Support Services
A few of these services include professional help desk support, maintaining user accounts and installing software.
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June 22, 2023
 · Katya Maruri
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DIR, Texas A&M Offer Cyber Incident Investigation Training
The training would teach state law enforcement professionals how to recognize and respond to cyber crimes and collect digital evidence.
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June 22, 2023
 · Katya Maruri
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DIR Recruiting for Cybersecurity Analyst
The job would entail performing senior-level information security analysis functions such as planning, implementing and monitoring security program elements and services.
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June 21, 2023
 · Katya Maruri
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Round Rock Simplifies Permitting Process With New Portal
Since launching the portal last month, residents and businesses have been able to apply for permits and schedule inspections online.
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June 20, 2023
 · Katya Maruri
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Arlington CISO: ‘Implementing Privacy Best Practices’ Most Significant Challenge
As part of Industry Insider — Texas’ ongoing efforts to educate readers on state and local government, their IT plans and initiatives, here’s the latest in our periodic series of interviews with departmental IT leaders.
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June 15, 2023
 · Katya Maruri
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Abbott Establishes AI Council Via Legislation
Recently signed legislation established the state’s Artificial Intelligence Advisory Council to study and monitor AI tech developed, employed or procured by state agencies.
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June 14, 2023
 · Katya Maruri
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Dallas Releases Preliminary Report Following Ransomware Attack
The technology accountability report details how the city’s websites and systems fared after experiencing a ransomware attack in early May.
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June 13, 2023
 · Katya Maruri
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State Agency Requests Funding for Security System Replacement
The Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission looks to replace its security incident event management system to better respond to threats.
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June 13, 2023
 · Katya Maruri
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State Agencies Recruiting for Specialty Tech Positions
The Texas Education Agency and Public Utility Commission of Texas are both hiring IT roles, including one leadership position.
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June 09, 2023
 · Katya Maruri
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What Does New Data Privacy Act Mean for Businesses?
Last week, lawmakers passed HB 4, otherwise known as the Texas Data Privacy and Security Act. If signed by Gov. Abbott, the law would regulate businesses’ collection of personal data.
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June 08, 2023
 · Katya Maruri
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