Information Technology and Management

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Twenty-five states have Internet filtering laws that apply to publicly funded schools or libraries. The majority of these states simply require school boards or public libraries to adopt Internet use policies to prevent minors from gaining access to sexually explicit, obscene or harmful materials. However, some states also require publicly funded institutions to install filtering software on library terminals or school computers.

NCSL's Transforming Health Care Through Technology project  highlights the important role of states in promoting emerging technologies aimed at improving health care delivery. Resources from the project include webinars, papers and other information about how new technologies can enhance the delivery and effectiveness of health care. 

Nanotechnology and Nanoscience study the manipulation and control of matter at the nano level (a nanometer is one billionth of a meter). This science of the very small is a growing field that experts say has the potential to profoundly change society and significantly impact the economy.  Over the past several years, a number of states have introduced legislation to support nanotechnology education and economic development initiatives to entice this growing industry to their states. NCSL has resources for both laws and legislation regarding nanotechnology.