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- AI training will be mandatory for state and local government employees starting in FY 2026 under House Bill 3512.
- DIR will certify at least five training programs that meet new criteria focused on responsible AI use, risk mitigation and accessibility.
- Submission guidance is expected by the end of January.
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The chosen service provider will be responsible for the construction and installation of aerial and underground fiber-optic cables between the district’s locations.
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One opportunity listed at the state human resources site is remote, although both report in Austin.
The requested system is intended to collect overall patient satisfaction data within 24 hours following their discharge.
The First Responder Network Authority plans to invest $6.3 billion through its network contract with Dallas telecommunications giant AT&T.
Experience with water and wastewater applications, specifically installation, programming, support and preventative maintenance, is required.
The Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is based in West Texas and has campuses in Abilene, Amarillo, Dallas-Fort Worth, Lubbock and Permian Basin. It is seeking a solution for an anticipated 30 to 60 users.
The master systems integrator will be responsible for selecting, integrating and implementing systems specified in the city’s Airport Master Plan.
“Besides ... wanting to do something I feel makes a difference, what I enjoy most are the people. The people running our agencies and educational institutions truly care about what they do. They want to make a difference in the lives of citizens and students and are very committed to the services they provide,” she told Industry Insider — Texas.
DIR’s current cloud manager is responsible for public cloud provider deployments through the agency’s Data Center Services program.
A fiber company has entered a partnership to create an intelligent infrastructure economic zone.
The facility will feature more communal spaces and classrooms, expanded gym facilities, outdoor running paths and virtual reality training technology.
The district is preparing to go out to bid for an online library public access management system.
The agency is seeking a subscription on behalf of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
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A North Texas IT leader shares developments and potential public-sector uses.
Projects listed in the information technology chapter of the improvement plan to be funded include business applications, hardware procurements and technology infrastructure.
The city is working to increase payroll accuracy and improve time management for first responders.
The Rio Grande Valley city continues to fund an array of Wi-Fi access points that help students and others access services.
The university is also interested in incorporating artificial intelligence for after-hours support options.
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