State of Nebraska and U.S. Department of the Interior will use N-WINS to improve emergency communications
Brenda Decker, State CIO, and the Michael J. Howell, Jr., Dept. of Interior CIO, signed a Memorandum of Understanding to provide for enhanced emergency communications connectivity between the State and the DOI using the State's radio communications system called the Nebraska Wireless Integrated Network of Systems (N-WINS).

Nebraska's regional interoperability approach highlighted
The Department of Homeland Security highlights Nebraska's regional interoperability approach in the Winter 2008 issue of Interoperability Technology Today.

CIO Brenda Decker recognized
Government Technology magazine recognized CIO Brenda Decker as one of the most influential women CIOs in government.

eHealth Council shares info through eHealth Clearinghouse
The NITC eHealth Council facilitates discussions among eHealth initiatives and will make recommendations to the NITC regarding the adoption and interoperability of eHealth technologies. The eHealth Clearinghouse is a source of information on eHealth activities in the state and nationally.

Draft Documents for Comment
The Technical Panel of the NITC is seeking comments on the following draft documents:
- NITC 01-201: Agency Information Technology Plan
- NITC 01-202: Project Review Process
Submit comments by June 8, 2008 to rick.becker@nebraska.gov.

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