It seems like the Google Maps JavaScript API V2 code was not working properly. The issue caused sites using this code to generate errors of all kinds. I suspect many sites use this library and ...

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“Multiple Google Maps Platform services experiencing high rates of error, including several Web Services and the Maps Javascript API and services.

The changes will make it more difficult for people to make custom maps using Google's software, but it doesn't appear likely to mean much to state and local government.