Icons for assistive technology accompanied by the text: Assistive Technology Day
Assistive technology helps Minnesotans with disabilities live, learn, work, and play. On April 22—Assistive Technology Awareness Day — explore the MN STAR Program's device demos and loan programs: https://mn.pulse.ly/3xt5njpvbp
Illustration of an ear with a heart accompanied by the text: "National Deaf History Month."
Minnesota’s Deaf community has made a lasting impact on our state, with a history that continues to shape who we are today. Deaf History Month is a chance to learn those stories. Explore them here: https://mn.pulse.ly/vu5n9ulsnt
Photos of John Israel and George McNulty with the text: "Minnesota ORBIE Awards, 2026 finalists."
John Israel and George McNulty have been named finalists for the 2026 Minnesota ORBIE Awards, which recognize technology leadership across the region.
John is a finalist in the CISO Large Enterprise category, and George is a finalist in the Large Enterprise CIO category.
A laptop and a mobile phone displaying the redesigned Minnesota Geospatial Commons website.
Minnesota's Geospatial Commons just got a major upgrade — easier navigation, expanded map services, and interactive data previews. Finding and using Minnesota's geospatial data is now faster and more intuitive: https://mn.pulse.ly/fpcll6rkdm
#MNGeospatial #GIS #GeospatialData #Minnesota
A shield with a thumbprint, indicating digital identification and cyber safety. The text reads, "Stay Cyber Safe: April 14 is Identity Management Day."
Identity theft happens every 22 seconds. This Identity Management Day, remember to protect your personal information. Learn how:
https://mn.pulse.ly/sar5zdv6i0
A bald eagle in its nest, a screenshot of the Department of Natural Resources' EagleCam, with technology supported by Minnesota IT Services.
Three eaglets have hatched on the MNIT-supported, DNR EagleCam! Watch them grow from tennis-ball-sized chicks to nearly full-grown bald eagles: https://mndnr.pulse.ly/ljwc6z9d7y
Ribbons with a rainbow gradient representing support for the autism community, accompanied by the text, "Autism Acceptance Month."
Minnesota connects people with autism, families, and employers to the resources they need — all in one place. Explore the Minnesota Autism Resource Portal: https://mn.pulse.ly/z7iln4a2xn
#AutismAcceptanceMonth
A collage of people representing the many people in Minnesota who benefit from Minnesota IT Services' support of state services.
Minnesota puts people at the center of digital government.
MNIT’s 2025 Annual Report highlights how accessibility, user-centered design, and collaboration improve services for residents, businesses, and employees statewide.
Explore Ctrl + Alt + MN: https://mn.pulse.ly/9phvk1fxvm
Silhouettes of three women surrounded by tech and IT icons indicating women in the fields of IT and technology. The text reads "International Women in Tech Day."
Women build technology that Minnesota runs on. On International Women in Tech Day, MNIT recognizes the women driving Minnesota’s digital future—and the impact they make every day. Learn more and get involved: https://womenintechday.pulse.ly/14foneqpue
#InternationalWomenInTechDay
Illustration of an AI bot phishing mail and applications on a laptop. The exclamation point indicates the danger of AI scams from cybercriminals.
Cybercriminals use AI to make scams look real. MNIT offers resources to help you spot phishing and understand AI risks. Learn more: https://mn.pulse.ly/70ago6myf8
MNIT is committed to open, meaningful communication with the public. Review our social media use policy: mn.gov/mnit/governm...
Two perigrine falcons on the Falconcam in downtown Saint Paul, Minnesota.
Peregrine falcons have returned to their nest in St. Paul. MNIT powers Minnesota's Dept. of Natural Resources FalconCam — watch a nesting pair live at their downtown nest box on the Mississippi River: https://mn.pulse.ly/g3dibjohqf
Hands holding a tablet displaying the state of Minnesota, accompanied by the text: "Current air quality conditions."
Heading outside? Check the Air Quality Index first. MNIT and the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency maintain the tools that deliver daily AQI data to Minnesotans statewide. https://mn.pulse.ly/nm8pipgyrx
@mnpca.bsky.social
Service technician working on a tablet at a wastewater facility, indicating cybersecurity in critical water infrastructure.
Safe, reliable water depends on secure technology. Minnesota's 2025 Technology Advisory Council report recommends strengthening cybersecurity for water and wastewater systems statewide. Learn more: https://mn.pulse.ly/0whvlgh7ft
Slouching Towards WCAG 2.1, by @mnit-services.bsky.social:
https://mn.gov/mnit/media/blog/?id=38-733058
#accessibility #ada #legal #wcag
As customer expectations rise, agencies are finding smarter ways to keep up. MNIT’s Zarina Baber joins FedInsider to discuss how data, AI, and modern practices help deliver more personalized services and support staff. https://tinyurl.pulse.ly/jrr2fx0cew
Phone and laptop open and surrounded by icons indicating video, mail, and photos to be deleted this Digital Cleanup Day.
On this #DigitalCleanupDay, make a routine of organizing and securing your digital space:
- Review account activity
- Update passwords
- Add multi-factor authentication to accounts
- Check for software updates
Staying secure is an ongoing habit: https://mn.pulse.ly/aewpliuafb
Illustration of a phone and laptop emptying files into a trash can, indicating cleaning up digital files.
Spring brings a chance to review and clean up the technology you use every day. Use MNIT’s cyber spring‑cleaning tips from disposing of old devices to updating your online accounts for added security. https://mn.pulse.ly/cfqn75fcpa
#Spring #SpringCleaning #DigitalSecurity
Minnesota Paid Leave supports workers when it matters most—welcoming a new child, caring for family, or facing a health challenge—powered by secure, reliable technology MNIT delivered in 2025. Read about the launch of Paid Leave in our Annual Report:
https://mn.pulse.ly/tsl9hmzmjp
Building an accessible “digital state" creates economic growth, better services, and equal access for everyone.
Listen to the @statescoop.bsky.social interview with MNIT’s Chief Information Accessibility Officer, Jay Wyant, here: https://statescoop.pulse.ly/wy1xkpjsgs
#DigitalAccessibility #ADA
A portrait of MNIT's new Chief Intelligence Officer, Jon Eichten
Governor Walz and Lt. Governor Flanagan have appointed Jon Eichten to serve as MNIT Commissioner and State Chief Information Officer. Eichten has served on the MNIT Executive Leadership Team since 2012. Read the official announcement:https://mn.pulse.ly/ali4cphxyr
The silhouette of a woman accompanied by the text: "Women's History Month."
March marks Women’s History Month. At MNIT, we celebrate the women who lead, innovate, and strengthen our teams every day to serve Minnesotans better. This month, we recognize and uplift the impact women make in our workplaces, our communities, and around the world.
https://mn.pulse.ly/ijk3ss1xmo
Watch departing MNIT Commissioner and State CIO Tarek Tomes on Twin Cities PBS Almanac as he discusses cybersecurity, AI, and how technology powers the essential services Minnesotans rely on every day — truly the engine of government. https://tpt.pulse.ly/mhu3fm2rdo
Many silhouettes of women in a variety of professional capacities indicating the varied contributions of women throughout history.
This International Women’s Day, women leaders at MNIT share their insights on driving progress for Minnesota. Read the blog and watch their video: https://mn.pulse.ly/mlytgcr8yq
Two people working on a tablet and phone, indicating accessing digital state services via LoginMN.
LoginMN makes it easier and safer for Minnesotans to access state digital services. One secure account helps protect personal information while simplifying how people sign in to government services. Learn about LoginMN in MNIT’s 2025 Annual Report: https://mn.pulse.ly/6jnnji7r9u
In its recent report, Minnesota’s Technology Advisory Council recommended action to prepare for quantum computing risks — protecting sensitive financial, health, and public safety information.
Learn about what this could mean for our state.
Read it here: https://statescoop.pulse.ly/u2qffkg7ca
Person in a car accessing Mn511 app from the Minnesota Department of Transportation on their phone.
Spring weather in Minnesota changes fast. Use https://511mn.pulse.ly/lpsz34wmet to check road conditions, construction, and live traffic cameras before you drive. Stay safe and plan ahead. https://511mn.pulse.ly/29ta2csai7
A person accessing the Minnesota Department of Revenue's eServices for businesses app on a tablet.
Less paperwork. More uptime. Stronger security.
MNIT powers the technology behind the Minnesota Department of Revenue e-Services platform — helping businesses file and pay taxes securely and efficiently.
https://mn.pulse.ly/jrohwp1uht
“Technology is the engine of government.” MNIT CIO Tarek Tomes reflects on 7 years of leadership and how tech drives better services for Minnesotans on Statescoop’s Priorities Podcast. Listen: https://statescoop.pulse.ly/wfn66fkcgf
Cover and inside pages of the 2025 TAC Report
Minnesota released the 2025 report from the Technology Advisory Council. The report highlights progress and recommendations in AI, cybersecurity, data sharing, and improvements to product and customer experience.
Read it here: https://mn.pulse.ly/htnehlifxg