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What to Know: Daxbot and Kimley-Horn will collect accessibility data beginning June 10 to support Tyler’s ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan. The assessment will cover about 94.5 miles of sidewalks and trails, associated curb ramps, 122 signalized intersections and 59 transit stops. Six to eight robots will operate during daylight hours seven days a week, with field collection expected to ta…

What to Know: The Kerr County flooding response showed how quickly communications, geospatial awareness and data-sharing tools become operational necessities during large emergencies. DPS leaders emphasized scalable pilots, proof-of-technology projects and use cases that can deliver mission value before broader deployment. The agency is looking for technology partners that understand public safet…

What to Know: PUCT and ERCOT must submit a joint memo by July 17 outlining actions taken under existing authority, statutory limits and recommended legislation. PUCT must begin action by July 31 to reduce residential transmission costs. Abbott’s proposed legislative priorities include water-efficient cooling, annual electricity and water reporting, changes to data center incentives and community …

What to Know: The library detected unusual network activity May 14 and later confirmed a ransomware attack. Krum said the incident was limited to the library environment and did not affect the city’s broader network or other city operations. Forensic investigators found that some library network files were accessed without authorization, but the city said Social Security numbers and personal fina…

What to Know: The role reports to the chief technology officer and sits within HHSC’s AI Office. Responsibilities include coordinating modernization projects, platform enablement efforts and cross-organizational technology delivery. Applicants need seven years of experience leading or managing complex technology or modernization initiatives.

What to Know: DIR launched 37 ready-to-use components for agency websites and portals. The system supports House Bill 5195 modernization requirements. The effort builds on templates, training and accessibility resources already in use.

What to Know: Texas agencies should expect a leaner budget cycle, with technology requests facing more scrutiny around cost, timing and business justification. Cybersecurity and legacy modernization projects will need clear risk narratives, agency alignment and defensible pricing to compete for funding. Vendors at the Texas Digital Government Summit were urged to work through agency leadership, a…

What to Know: DIR’s new PASS program gives state agencies hands-on procurement planning support before technology solicitations go to market. Agencies remain responsible for issuing solicitations, making award decisions and managing resulting contracts. Vendors may see more developed scopes, cost estimates and evaluation criteria from agencies that use DIR’s support.

The Best of Texas Awards highlight public-sector technology work across Texas agencies, with this year’s honorees representing child and family services, workforce services, public safety, parks and wildlife, retirement administration and agriculture.

What to Know: STS customers using AWS through the PCM program will receive 21 percent discounts in year 1 and 22 percent discounts in years 2 through 4. The updated model eliminates previous procurement sourcing fees for Cooperative Contract and open-market purchases. Public contract records list the NTT DATA Americas agreement through Aug. 31, 2030, with an expiration date of Aug. 31, 2034.

What to Know: Budget pressure, foundational upgrades and cautious AI adoption are shaping near-term decisions. Williamson County is managing major efforts including Workday, a new dispatch and records management system, fiber expansion and a second 911 center. Both IT leaders told vendors to be prepared for cooperative purchasing, security review and formal intake processes.

The former state CIO and current Texas insurance commissioner was recognized for 27 years of public service, including her leadership of statewide technology, cybersecurity and digital government initiatives.

What to Know: The new role reports to Tony Sauerhoff, who recently took on the role of CIO and DIR executive director. The position will oversee DIR’s IT and AI divisions, including enterprise technology strategy, AI governance and architecture standards.

What to Know: Lampman brings experience in public-sector and federal technology sales. His focus is helping agencies address patching and security challenges through automation and proactive risk reduction.

The opening comes as Midland’s IT leadership pursues cybersecurity grant funding to strengthen planning and resilience.

What to Know: The agreement runs through June 5, 2027, and is valued at $868,975. Residents raised concerns about vehicle tracking, privacy controls and potential access by outside agencies. County officials said the system captures vehicle images but does not run registered owner information.

What to Know: Tech is embedded across TxDOT’s operations, from automation to data tools. TxDOT is seeking an option to work outside DIR’s Shared Technology Services for cloud procurement, citing added tickets, timelines and administrative overhead. AI training, governance and data literacy are emerging workforce priorities.

Travis County Director of IT Ralph Warren and Williamson County CIO Richard Semple will speak about their organizations’ strategic IT priorities, current initiatives and long-term goals at an upcoming Industry Insider — Texas member briefing. Here’s a look at the two counties and their IT plans.

What to Know: Wood is retiring after more than 28 years with the agency, including service as director of procurement. Walsh brings 25 years of state government experience to the agency.

What to Know: The largest Fiscal Year 2027 line items are $16.8 million for radio migration and $16.1 million for rural broadband expansion. Recommended spending also includes digital services, cybersecurity and operational technology projects. Future work through 2031 includes radio, LTE, cybersecurity and digital services upgrades.