Public policy

Meggitt Training Systems’ FATS® 100P Brings Portable, Virtual Training to Police Security Expo

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Monday, June 10, 2019

Meggitt Training Systems will highlight its portable FATS 100P small-arms training system at the 33rd Annual Police Security Expo.

Key Points: 
  • Meggitt Training Systems will highlight its portable FATS 100P small-arms training system at the 33rd Annual Police Security Expo.
  • Police Security Expo attendees are invited to see a demo of the FATS 100P, plus learn about our multi-screen FATS 180LE and 300LE for even greater scenario immersion.
  • Meggitt Training Systems, makers of FATS and Caswell technologies, a division of Meggitt PLC, is the leading supplier of integrated live-fire and virtual weapons training systems.
  • Following the acquisition of FATS virtual training systems and Caswell International's live-fire ranges and services, Meggitt Training Systems continues to grow its capabilities based on the legacy of these two industry leaders.

Monitoring Service Introduced for Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Pre-Employment Screening Program

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Monday, June 10, 2019

NIC Federal, LLC launched a monitoring service for the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administrations (FMCSA) Pre-Employment Screening Program (PSP) that automatically notifies drivers when their PSP safety records are updated.

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  • NIC Federal, LLC launched a monitoring service for the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administrations (FMCSA) Pre-Employment Screening Program (PSP) that automatically notifies drivers when their PSP safety records are updated.
  • PSP provides instant online access to commercial drivers safety histories, with the drivers written authorization, to assist motor carriers with the hiring process.
  • FMCSA is responsible for the PSP data and program leadership, while NIC Federal handles daily operations, customer service, and technology development and maintenance.
  • The PSP monitoring service simplifies the process for drivers to understand the latest status of their PSP records, said Laura Johnson, NIC Federal General Manager.

Smartsheet Announces General Availability of Smartsheet Gov at AWS Public Sector Summit

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Monday, June 10, 2019

Smartsheet (NYSE: SMAR), a leading cloud-based platform for work execution, today announced the general availability of Smartsheet Gov at the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Public Sector Summit in Washington, D.C. Smartsheet representatives are showcasing the platform, sharing best practices from the Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) process, and highlighting customer success stories at multiple sessions during the event.

Key Points: 
  • Smartsheet (NYSE: SMAR), a leading cloud-based platform for work execution, today announced the general availability of Smartsheet Gov at the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Public Sector Summit in Washington, D.C. Smartsheet representatives are showcasing the platform, sharing best practices from the Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) process, and highlighting customer success stories at multiple sessions during the event.
  • Smartsheet Gov is a secure solution created specifically to help government organizations accelerate innovation and keep pace with the modern workplace.
  • Smartsheet Gov has been in beta testing with customers since February, with general availability signaling that customers are now able to purchase the full solution.
  • AWS has been a great partner on this journey, which makes this Summit the perfect opportunity to reinforce how Smartsheet Gov can help government agencies digitally transform and achieve more for their constituents.

HID Global Introduces HID goID™ Citizen Age Verification Solution

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Monday, June 10, 2019

The latest addition to HIDs mobile identity offering, the HID goID Simple Verifier, is a small device that can be used by anyone seeking to quickly verify the age of citizens carrying an HID goID mobile ID on their smartphonesall with just one click.

Key Points: 
  • The latest addition to HIDs mobile identity offering, the HID goID Simple Verifier, is a small device that can be used by anyone seeking to quickly verify the age of citizens carrying an HID goID mobile ID on their smartphonesall with just one click.
  • After connecting via Bluetooth to the HID goID Simple Verifier, the device confirms age by securely sending a random code to the citizens mobile ID on their smartphone.
  • It also protects citizen privacy since no additional information beyond the legal age of the citizen is shared.
  • HID, HID Global, the HID Blue Brick logo the Chain Design, are trademarks or registered trademarks of HID Global, ASSA ABLOY AB, or its affiliates(s) in the US and other countries and may not be used without permission.

AHF Applauds U.S. Government Investment for Women and Girls, Urges Others to Follow

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Saturday, June 8, 2019

These disproportionate statistics are exacerbated by widespread inequality, threats of gender-based violence, and decreased access to healthcare and education.

Key Points: 
  • These disproportionate statistics are exacerbated by widespread inequality, threats of gender-based violence, and decreased access to healthcare and education.
  • Governments generous allocation for one of the most marginalized groups across the globeand particularly in developing countries, said AHF President Michael Weinstein.
  • AHF has worked for years to highlight the inequality, stigma, discrimination and violence that women and girls face on a daily basis.
  • To learn more about AHF, please visit our website: www.aidshealth.org , find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/aidshealth and follow us on Twitter: @aidshealthcare and Instagram: @aidshealthcare .

PG&E Closely Monitoring Fire Danger Conditions in Northern California; Might Proactively Turn Off Power for Safety to a Number of Customers

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Friday, June 7, 2019

For the North Bay, there is the potential for a Public Safety Power Shutoff affecting several thousand customers starting around 6 a.m. on Saturday.

Key Points: 
  • For the North Bay, there is the potential for a Public Safety Power Shutoff affecting several thousand customers starting around 6 a.m. on Saturday.
  • No single factor drives a Public Safety Power Shutoff, as each situation is unique.
  • PG&E carefully reviews a combination of many criteria when determining if power should be turned off for safety.
  • PG&E will use this information to alert customers through automated calls, texts, and emails, when possible, prior to, and during, a Public Safety Power Shutoff.

NMHC Unveils Growing Homes Together Digital Hub and Resource Center

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Friday, June 7, 2019

A growing number of Americans at all income levels are struggling to find housing they can afford creating a strain on those families.

Key Points: 
  • A growing number of Americans at all income levels are struggling to find housing they can afford creating a strain on those families.
  • The Growing Homes Together online hub outlines three key steps to alleviate this burden:
    Address the tremendous shortage of homes and remove barriers to adding more supply.
  • Growing Homes Together launches with detailed information about how rent control impacts 14 states across the country, including the housing solutions under consideration in those states.
  • NMHC provides a forum for insight, advocacy and action that enables both members and the communities they help build to thrive.

Ohio Certifies Innovative Election Technology from Hart InterCivic

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Friday, June 7, 2019

Hart is committed to continuing to bring innovative solutions to Ohio.

Key Points: 
  • Hart is committed to continuing to bring innovative solutions to Ohio.
  • The time is right for Ohio jurisdictions to move to Verity and enjoy the customer support and forward-looking technology we provide, Braithwaite said.
  • Austin-based Hart InterCivic is a full-service election solutions innovator, partnering with state and local governments to deliver secure, accurate and reliable elections.
  • Working side-by-side with election professionals for more than 100 years, Hart is committed to helping advance democracy one election at a time.

Most U.S. Consumers Support Professional Drone Use, Says CTA

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Thursday, June 6, 2019

Drones are making work safer and more efficient for professions such as newsgathering, construction, utility inspections and first responders, said Steven Hummel, senior research analyst, market research, CTA.

Key Points: 
  • Drones are making work safer and more efficient for professions such as newsgathering, construction, utility inspections and first responders, said Steven Hummel, senior research analyst, market research, CTA.
  • At the same time, innovations in technology have made drones more accessible for consumers with enhanced features that can turn anyone into a hobbyist or indoor racing enthusiast.
  • Consumer sentiment about drones is even higher among hobbyists 86% of drone owners support any adult flying a drone for general purposes.
  • CTA also owns and produces CES the worlds gathering place for all who thrive on the business of consumer technologies.

The Numbers Don’t Lie, Minnesotans across the State Support Enbridge’s Line 3 Replacement Project

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Thursday, June 6, 2019

As of Wednesday, June 5th Minnesotans for Line 3 has collected over 26,000 signatures from individuals across the state of Minnesota in support of the Line 3 Replacement Project.

Key Points: 
  • As of Wednesday, June 5th Minnesotans for Line 3 has collected over 26,000 signatures from individuals across the state of Minnesota in support of the Line 3 Replacement Project.
  • These 26,000 signatures are just one example of the strong support that Minnesotans have for this project.
  • Throughout the process, Minnesotans for Line 3 supporters have respectfully showed that they want the Line 3 Replacement Project to move forward by following the rules - whether that be at meetings, submitting comments, or in their community.
  • The organization has gathered and collected 26,000 signatures of support from verified Minnesota residents across the state who support the Line 3 Replacement Project.