Government Should Use Open Source Software

A law in New Hampshire was passed that requires state agencies to consider open source software when purchasing.

Full details: http://www.nhliberty.org/bills/view/2012/HB418

I think it's a good idea that can reduce costs for the government, especially when it's time to switch vendors, because when using open standards it's easier for other companies to estimate how much it will cost to integrate or modify, which means reduced risks for companies who bid for a contract, which means more competition and lower price for the government.