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Code for America asks public for ideas that transform government
Accepted proposal writers will present their ideas at the nonprofit's annual Summit event in May.
Advice to new governors: Build IT modernization efforts around service delivery
Efforts that don't result in better service delivery are "pointless," says Code for America Founder Jennifer Pahlka.
Five states to modernize eligibility systems in new pilot partnership
Alaska, Colorado, Louisiana, Michigan and Vermont are getting some help with their public-benefits eligibility systems.
Code For America launches sixth annual 'National Day of Civic Hacking'
Local tech alliances are hosting 40 hackathons, design camps and other events across 22 states on Saturday.
San Francisco will dismiss thousands of marijuana convictions with automated tool
The city's use of web-based software called "Clear My Record" marks the first partnership between civic tech nonprofit Code for America and a prosecutor's office.
Code for America's founder wants to defend democracy with user-centered design
Jennifer Pahlka says American government has the tools to function more effectively and fairly — it just needs "a little help."
After California food stamp tool, Code for America explores new state partnerships
Expansion of the nonprofit's food assistance tool is proof that the civic tech market is maturing, says the group's leader.
With California food stamp contract, Code for America shifts funding strategy
The national civic tech group is diversifying its funding sources as it deploys food assistance services in California.
Code for America hires USDS co-founder Erie Meyer
Yet another former federal innovator makes her way to the state and local government IT ecosystem.
