| TOP STORIES Michigan Cybersecurity Efforts Under New Leadership
Laura Clark has been named the state’s permanent chief security officer, after holding the position in an interim capacity since last summer. She replaces Chris DeRusha, who worked on the Biden campaign and is now the federal CISO. READ MORE Washington Bill Looks to Centralize Cybersecurity Efforts
After experiencing a large data breach late last year, the Washington state Legislature is considering a proposal that would create a state cybersecurity office to tackle cyberthreats. READ MORE Tyler Technologies to Buy NIC in $2.3B Market-Shaking Deal
The acquisition, probably the biggest gov tech deal ever, would bring together a giant of local government software with a giant of state software. Here's how the deal came together, and what it might mean for gov tech. READ MORE Human Rights Advocates Call for More Federal Tech Oversight
At the end of January, Congress received an expansive set of tech-related oversight recommendations aimed at protecting the civil and human rights of American citizens and immigrants. READ MORE Florida Legislation Could Bolster Police Use of Drones
A bill unanimously passed by the Florida Senate’s Criminal Justice Committee aims to expand the use of drones by law enforcement and government agencies, spurring concern among privacy and civil rights advocates. READ MORE | 
