Hi from USDR at the 2026 Code for America Summit
Where to find team USDR at the Code for America Summit
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Where to find team USDR at the Code for America Summit


By Ginger Zielinskie (Center for Civic Futures & Yale SCALE Lab), Sarah Esty (Aspen Institute Financial Security Program), Eric Giannella (Georgetown University Better Government Lab), Anthony Lollo (Yale SCALE Lab), Maria Reyes-Gaskin (U.S. Digital Response)




As USDR has grown, so has our approach to bringing our community together. By Kristen Eberlin
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USDR is crossing a major milestone: we've been helping governments respond at the speed of need for five years. We're taking a look back at all our partners have accomplished, celebrating our amazing volunteer community, and looking ahead as we start this next chapter.


State and local government agencies urgently need tech talent—but breaking into public interest technology isn’t always straightforward, especially for those used to corporate or startup hiring processes. By: Jai Rodgers


A shockingly simple solution to create better RFPs and improve the process for all


A new report by the National Association of State Chief Information Officers and U.S. Digital Response outlines how public-sector agencies can improve their requests for proposals — and get more suitable responses.


New research from NASCIO and the U.S. Digital Response found that the simple step of including a summary sheet with request for proposal documents makes life much easier for technology contractors.


A partnership to streamline interstate licensing infrastructure cuts costs and complexity.


Through conversations with dozens of government partners nationwide, we explore common challenges and collaborative solutions for continuing to serve communities effectively in 2025
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Raylene Yung, U.S. Digital Response’s founding CEO, shares why she’s excited for USDR’s future, and why the timing is right for USDR’s next leader