Michael Hanna-Butros Meyering Archives

Michael Hanna-Butros Meyering

Groundhog handler AJ Dereume holds Punxsutawney Phil after he saw his shadow, predicting 6 more weeks of winter during the 140th annual Groundhog Day festivities on Feb. 2, 2026 in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania. (Jeff Swensen / Getty Images)

Oregon’s new privacy chief says it’s ‘Groundhog Day’ after time in Nevada

Michael Hanna-Butros Meyering said there are numerous similarities between the technology challenges faced by the two state governments he's served.

Aug 19, 2026 By Keely Quinlan

The Oregon State Capitol sits surrounded by cherry blossom trees in Salem. (Getty Images)

Oregon names Nevada’s communications, policy lead as state privacy chief

Michael Hanna-Butros Meyering, Nevada's chief communications and policy officer, will now help Oregon translate privacy principles into practical decisions and repeatable processes, according to a state announcement.

Jul 23, 2026 By Keely Quinlan