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This bill aims to enhance the use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), which are computer-based tools for capturing, storing, analyzing, and displaying geographic and spatial data. The legislation proposes two primary objectives: first, to facilitate collaboration between government agencies and universities to leverage GIS technology for analyzing patterns in socioeconomic, infrastructure, and environmental data, which can help policymakers better understand complex community dynamics and challenges. Second, the bill seeks to provide funding to organizations that employ GIS tools to address specific community needs, such as urban planning, resource allocation, environmental conservation, or social service delivery. By supporting these initiatives, the bill recognizes the potential of GIS as a powerful analytical tool that can help governments and community organizations make more informed, data-driven decisions that can potentially improve local infrastructure, social services, and overall community development.

Housing and Urban Affairs

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