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Julia Edinger

Staff Writer

Julia Edinger is a staff writer for Government Technology. She has a bachelor's degree in English from the University of Toledo and has since worked in publishing and media. She's currently located in Southern California.

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Broadband and Network
What’s New in Digital Equity: Where Is Net Inclusion 2025?
Plus, initial proposals for BEAD program funding have been approved in two more states, findings from a new report emphasize the role libraries play in bridging the digital divide, and more.
July 11, 2024
 · Julia Edinger
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Government Experience
Connecting Older New Yorkers Through Skills Training, AI
The New York State Office for the Aging is giving older adults more options to connect with each another and the world by providing them with a variety of technologies — and the skills they need to use them.
July 09, 2024
 · Julia Edinger
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Broadband and Network
What’s New in Digital Equity: Michigan Builds Digital Skills
Plus, Massachusetts has added three members to its digital accessibility board, a federal resource on digital literacy aims to support community needs, and more.
July 03, 2024
 · Julia Edinger
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Artificial Intelligence
Government, Partners Plan Together for Accessible AI
As the federal government moves forward on assessing and using artificial intelligence technologies, three partners are working to ensure people with disabilities are engaged throughout the process.
July 02, 2024
 · Julia Edinger
broadband
Broadband and Network
What’s New in Digital Equity: NTIA Reports on Minority Access
Plus, the USDA is providing $25 million for rural broadband; Pennsylvania offers $20 million worth of devices; Raleigh, N.C., gets a state grant; and more.
June 27, 2024
 · Julia Edinger
Digital_Equity
Civic Innovation
Governments Empower Citizens by Promoting Digital Rights
Two local governments have taken steps to make residents aware of their digital rights. Experts argue that cities actually have a responsibility to do so.
June 25, 2024
 · Julia Edinger
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Broadband and Network
What’s New in Digital Equity: NC Announces Broadband Funding, Dashboards
Plus, more initial proposals for BEAD funding have been approved, census data reveals insights on the digital divide, and more.
June 20, 2024
 · Julia Edinger
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Government Experience
What Agencies Should Know About the New Accessibility Rule
The federal Department of Justice’s final rule in April updated the Americans with Disabilities Act, requiring accessibility for all government content. Here’s what that means for state and local entities.
June 18, 2024
 · Julia Edinger
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Broadband and Network
What’s New in Digital Equity: Colorado and New Hampshire BEAD Proposals Accepted
Plus, Indiana is getting more than $81 million in broadband funding, new research suggests AI is directly related to digital equity, and more.
June 13, 2024
 · Julia Edinger
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Artificial Intelligence
How Oklahoma Is Training Its Workforce to Leverage AI
The state, working with Google, has launched a course providing foundational AI skills training to residents. The offering, open to 10,000 people at a time, is designed to create an agile workforce.
June 11, 2024
 · Julia Edinger
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