Several U.S. federal agencies have opened up the 3.5 GHz band, increasing consumer access to 5G and high-speed internet. The effort saw the Federal Communications Commission, the Department of Commerce’s National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Department of the Navy modify the aggregate interference model used in the 3.5 GHz band, reducing the spectrum […]
The Veterans Health Administration has established the Digital Health Office to consolidate and optimize its digital health initiatives, according to a spokesperson from the Department of Veterans Affairs. First announced in early June, the DHO integrates various VHA components, including connected care, population health, strategic initiatives laboratory and artificial intelligence programs, Nextgov/FCW reported. The office […]
Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory has opened its new underground laboratory for the research and development of quantum information science applications. The Quantum Underground Instrumentation Experimental Testbed will serve as a quantum sensor and computing research center where scientists can study how qubits behave in a radiation-free environment and determine the impact of gamma rays, X-rays, […]
The Government Accountability Office reported that the Department of Veterans Affairs has not fully addressed usability and performance issues with its new electronic health record system. GAO’s annual report identified 10 unaddressed recommendations, several of which focus on improving the VA’s oversight and management of the EHR system, Nextgov/FCW reported. The recommendations include establishing user […]
The Internal Revenue Service has argued that it does not collect data when individuals use identity credential service ID.me when filing a Freedom of Information Act request. Answering privacy concerns raised by Alex Howard of the Digital Democracy Project at the Demand Progress Education Fund, an IRS spokesperson said that the sole function of ID […]
The U.S. Department of Energy has allocated $180 million for research funding to support its newly launched Fusion Energy Strategy 2024 seeking to accelerate fusion energy commercialization through private sector partnerships. The DOE will open the funding opportunity through the Fusion Innovative Research Engine Collaboratives, which will be composed of teams advancing a fusion innovation […]
Lawmakers from both parties have introduced several bills aimed at improving the Transportation Security Administration’s screening technology and passenger experience. A bipartisan proposal led by Rep. Nick LaLota, R-N.Y., seeks to end the diversion of funds from the 9/11 security fee to the general budget and establish a dedicated fund for TSA to acquire new […]
NOAA Commissioned Officer Corps Rear Adm. Nancy Hann has been nominated for promotion to vice admiral, with her selection as the replacement of Benjamin Friedman as National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration deputy undersecretary for operations, effective August. Friedman is retiring after eight years of service, the longest tenure for a NOAA operations undersecretary, according to […]
The Federal Aviation Administration has integrated Virgin Galactic and Sierra Space into its Space Data Integrator tool to enhance its capability to monitor air traffic during space operations. The companies will transmit data regarding their vehicles’ position, altitude and speed to the FAA’s SDI tool, helping the FAA reopen airspace more quickly after launches and […]
The Department of Justice has launched a new program to make its programs and services more accessible for all. Under the Access DOJ initiative, the Office for Access to Justice aims to partner with different DOJ offices to lead high-impact projects that will improve access to programs, services and resources; offer resources, training and hands-on […]
