In this episode of GovTech Today, hosts Russell Lowery and Jennifer Saha discuss several legislative implications for the tech industry, notably touching on AI laws, cybersecurity, privacy rights, and the rise of zero trust architectures. They highlight the complexity of how these new legislations might realistically be implemented and enforced, also hinting at potential hurdles businesses might face. The discussion also anticipates the future legislative directions based on the recent two-year bills and executive orders, encouraging the idea of proactive involvement from private sector stakeholders in the legislative process.

00:06 Introduction to GovTech Today

00:10 Discussing the Impact of Legislation on Tech and Government

01:09 Highlighting High Priority Bills and Their Implications

01:21 Exploring AI Bias and Its Impact on the Department of Technology

02:30 Understanding the Role of Industry in High Risk Systems

02:41 Deep Dive into Data and Machine Learning

03:03 Unpacking the Complexity of AI Compliance

05:08 Exploring Cybersecurity and the Expansion of California Cybersecurity Integration Center

07:15 Standardizing the .gov Suffix Across Cities and Counties

09:53 Discussing the Impact of the Delete Act on Data Brokers

15:59 Preview of Upcoming Legislative Topics

18:06 Exploring the Future of AI Regulation

19:31 Closing Remarks and the Importance of Advocacy