ICYMI: Rebuilding a technology assessment office in Congress: Frequently asked questions

October 1, 2018
Congress is not known for being particularly tech savvy. This reputation comes in part from its quaint anachronisms, such as prominent Members’ desire to eschew email and smartphones,… Read More

Technology assessment: Can the GAO fulfill the OTA’s mission?

April 20, 2018
To those who have paid attention to recent technology policy debates in Congress, such as the recent hearings with Mark Zuckerberg, it is obvious that the technology expertise gap… Read More

Bring in the nerds: Reviving the Office of Technology Assessment

January 27, 2018
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Upcoming Events on Congress and Technology

March 29, 2017
From the Congressional Data Coalition: “#HouseOfCodeClear your schedule Tuesday, April 4th, from 4:30-7:30 to celebrate the accomplishments of 123 Members of Congress who participated in the 2016… Read More

Coalition Urges Strengthening Congressional Oversight of Intelligence

September 13, 2016
In anticipating of the new Congress, a coalition of 33 groups is urging Congress to adopt new chamber rules to strengthen its oversight of intelligence agencies and… Read More