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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 recent publication reflects that generative AI is on the Texas courts’ collective mind, as it is across the U.S.
If voters approve the $840.6 million bond package in November, it would be the largest in district history.
The job would entail carrying out advanced to complex project management work for the commission’s IT Services Division.
This agency regulates a range of occupations, businesses, facilities and equipment and has a budget of $83.3 million in the coming year.
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Recently passed legislation could provide new opportunities for tech, including developing a statewide resource for hydrometeorological data.
The Texas Tech-based center has extended a deadline for requests for proposal regarding a solution with multiple functions.
During the year’s second quarter, the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services purchased contracted services and additional computer and telecommunications services.
CYBER-CARE, led by the University of Houston, has two additional Texas universities in its ranks.
The county has struggled for more than two months with ongoing technical issues to pay all of its vendors and 6,800 employees.
Texas DPS is gathering information regarding a multifaceted time management application for the state’s highway patrol division.
Now that the state has received its BEAD allocation, concerns over this federal requirement have clouded initial enthusiasm.
A few possibilities include using technology to enhance government services, engage citizens in decision-making and improve water quality and management.
The district plans to introduce AI into its work and curriculum, but with caution, leaders said.
The contract will have an initial term of three years, with potential extensions.
Among the top requests for one of the cities is $10.4 million for enterprise IT services like IT asset management and cybersecurity.
The State of Technology: Texas Industry Forum will offer attendees a variety of perspectives from technology leaders across state government.
The Employees Retirement System of Texas needs an administrative dashboard, vendor support, documentation and training for its wellness program.
The department regulates the state’s alcoholic beverage industry and has an estimated annual IT budget of $1.8 million.
Recently, 12 agencies partnered with the software company to implement public safety response, coordination and reporting technology.
The Department of Transportation spent $64.5M on IT services and $11.3 million on computer services.
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