4 Ways to Get
Ready for AI in Transportation Based on meetings that involved public sector transportation leaders,
this thought leadership paper covers the steps transportation agencies need to
take in four areas: data, workforce, cybersecurity and collaboration. DOWNLOAD
5 Pillars that
Support Upward Mobility Discover
how housing, education, good jobs, health, and governance create the foundation
for economic success, dignity and belonging, and power and autonomy for all. LEARN MORE
6 Great Use Cases
for Public Sector GenAI Generative
AI can help state and local government agencies simplify complex processes,
elevate constituent experiences and secure sensitive data. Here are six ways
your agency may be able to benefit from GenAI. DOWNLOAD
79 Communities Challenge Michigan
Solar, Wind Farm Permit Rules Municipalities across the
state have challenged the legality of the state’s processing of permitting
requests for large-scale solar and wind energy facilities. The controversial
law passed last year and diminishes local control. READ MORE
After Democratic Wins, N.C. GOP Rushes
to Grab Power A proposed bill claims to provide
disaster relief to those suffering the impacts of Hurricane Helene but in
actuality focuses on obstructing power from the newly elected Democratic
governor, attorney general and state schools superintendent. READ MORE
Ahead of the
AI Search Makes a Quick, Promising
Splash in Palm Beach The
AI’s effectiveness depends on one critical factor: data quality. This guide covers how government agencies can modernize tech stacks,
improve data accessibility, and clean data to unlock AI's potential and deliver
smarter, more efficient services to constituents. DOWNLOAD
As Its CIO Prepares to
Retire,
California Rent Control Rejection May
Reflect Larger Desire for Change More than half of
California Schools Will Now Teach
About Mistreatment of Native Americans A new state law will
require public schools to incorporate Native American mistreatment into the
Spanish Colonization and California Gold Rush curricula. The state Department
of Education will consult with local tribes to make the updates. READ MORE
CDC Presents a Five-Year Plan for
Rural Health Care Outlining rural health issues and
priorities is the latest step in combating rural health disparities, according
to leaders at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. READ MORE
Championing
Economic Mobility Through Education and Innovation The Gates
Foundation’s Allan Golston outlines a vision for equitable opportunities and
the future of the American dream. READ MORE
Chief Data Officers Call for
Governmentwide AI Strategy A new survey of federal chief data
officers conducted by the Data Foundation and Deloitte reveals the need for
more governmentwide clarity and guidance in the face of rapid artificial
intelligence growth. READ MORE
Chief Data Officers
Call for Governmentwide AI Strategy A new survey of federal chief data
officers conducted by the Data Foundation and Deloitte reveals the need for
more governmentwide clarity and guidance in the face of rapid artificial
intelligence growth. READ MORE
CISA Director Jen
Easterly, in Place Since 2021, to Step Down Easterly was unanimously
confirmed by the U.S. Senate to lead the agency. The precise timing of her departure
is unclear, but is expected to take place in advance of the incoming
President-elect Donald J. Trump administration. READ MORE
Cloud-Smart
Strategies for IT Infrastructure Modernization To improve cybersecurity, meet residents' evolving
expectations, and alleviate workforce pressures, local governments must have
modern, efficient systems. This thought leadership shares the steps that
agencies need to take to guide their modernization efforts and simply cloud
adoption. DOWNLOAD
Colorado Digital Service Team
Implements Strategic Plan The
state announced its multiyear Colorado Digital Government Strategic Plan in
2022. Leaders continue bringing it to life, engaging residents and focusing on
three key initiatives to offer a simple, secure, fast experience. READ MORE
Cybersecurity and Change: Trump’s
Second-Term Plans for Homeland Security What changes will President-elect Donald J. Trump implement
in his second term regarding homeland security, technology, cybersecurity and
more? Let’s explore. READ MORE
DHS Issues Guidance on Adopting AI in Critical Infrastructure A new series of recommendations from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security is designed to enable cloud providers, AI developers, public-sector entities and others to integrate AI while balancing risk and opportunity. READ MORE
Driving Change Through
Authentic Community Engagement Author Fern Tiger discusses how genuinely
connecting with communities before launching projects can drive progress by
ensuring feedback is more than surface-level. Tailoring engagement can shape
more accurate policies. READ MORE
Drone Cops: The Future
of Policing American Cities? A Government Technology data
analysis of the
Election Shouldn’t Impact
Pennsylvania to N.Y. Passenger Rail Officials
hope the effort to restore passenger rail service between
From Cybersecurity to Smart Tech: Insights for Event-Ready Cities This paper offers insights from host cities, with strategies any local government can adopt to enhance event security and streamline planning. DOWNLOAD
Get AI-Ready: How Governments
Can Build a Strong Data Foundation AI’s effectiveness depends on one critical factor: data quality. This
guide covers how government agencies can modernize tech stacks, improve data
accessibility, and clean data to unlock AI's potential and deliver smarter,
more efficient services to constituents. DOWNLOAD
Greg Abbott Wants Texas to Be No. 1
in Advanced Nuclear Power The governor’s office has
proposed creating a Texas Nuclear Power Fund to incentivize nuclear growth as
well as passing pro-nuclear legislation, creating a university research network
and bolstering the nuclear supply chain. READ MORE
Help Communities Become Hubs of Economic Opportunity Opportunity-rich and inclusive communities are central to supporting families’ stability, access to social and economic opportunities, and children's chances to succeed. LEARN HOW
How Arizona
Police Use ‘Smart Transcription’ to Fight Crime As real-time
crime centers gain popularity, police are turning to the latest tools to catch
criminal suspects more quickly than before.
How Can Cities Keep Nonprofit Groups
Cyber Secure? A new study of
How Local Officials Can Help
Residents Cope During Tough Times Mayors and other local
leaders have an important role to play in the psychological well-being of their
constituents, protecting them from harmful policies and helping them handle new
uncertainties. READ MORE
How Much Do Hurricanes Cost Florida
Businesses? Weeks after hurricanes Milton and
Helene, businesses across the state are still feeling the financial impacts of
the disasters. As of Nov. 1, storm damage had forced about 2,300 people across
two counties out of work temporarily. READ MORE
How Nevada’s Second-Biggest City
Measures Resident Satisfaction Henderson City Manager
Richard Derrick has focused on improving city services in
How to Implement AI in State and Local Government Artificial intelligence (AI) holds limitless potential for agencies when it comes to enhancing operations, managing data and improving constituent experiences, but many governments don't know where to start. This issue brief explains how agencies can start using AI, why the cloud is important, and what needs to be done around data governance. DOWNLOAD
If Trump Dismantles the Education Department, He’ll Regret It The view of the federal department as a source of malign leftist influence is backwards. Good ideas are out there, and there needs to be a central authority to disseminate best practices and insist on results, argues Matthew Yglesias. READ MORE
Implications for
Public Finance in a Trump II Era His second presidency could recolor the landscape for federal
spending, with ramifications for states, local governments, schools and public
pensions. Governors and mayors will need to try to discern where the political
wind is blowing — and what to watch out for. READ MORE
Investors Bet $3M on Procurement
Startup Civic Marketplace The young company, which wants
to make procurement easier for local governments, has its eyes set on
geographic expansion and product development. The funding arrives as
procurement offices face staffing challenges. READ MORE
Little Tech Can Have Huge Impact for
State and Local Govt Small
technology companies focused on specific sectors or niche markets have more to
offer than meets the eye. They can help solve problems that might be too narrow
for big tech to take on. READ MORE
Local Governments Work With Google.org to
Louisiana Is Making It Easier to Get
a Job Without a Four-Year Degree There are an estimated 1
million people in Louisiana that have the skills and experience to qualify for
higher wage jobs, but are being restricted due to not having a college degree.
But the state is working to eliminate unnecessary degree requirements. READ MORE
Maine Must Address Struggling Youth
and High Cost of Living The state’s 30th annual
Measures of Growth Report found that Maine was performing well in environmental
stewardship, Internet connectivity and transportation infrastructure, but
needed to improve other areas to boost its economy. READ MORE
Maryland
Leads States in Reducing Emissions In
Minnesota Job
Market Loses Steam, Residents Worry Over the Economy Seasonal retail and health-care hires did not offset the loss of jobs
in the professional services and construction sectors in October, resulting in
a net loss of 1,000 jobs in
Mississippi State to Teach Students
to Build, Train AI Systems A $1.2 million National Science
Foundation grant will help train a cohort of 60 Mississippi State University
students to develop artificial intelligence systems capable of analyzing
digital images. READ MORE
NASCIO Highlights Cyber Training Need for Locals,
Underserved The work of state-level CISOs is expanding to help serve the
cyber needs of small municipalities and vulnerable groups, a NASCIO report
affirms. Whole-of-state cybersecurity and grants are helping drive the
endeavor. READ MORE
Navigating the CJIS Security
Policy Changes The new document
addresses evolving concerns in areas such as incident response, cloud security
and multifactor authentication. DOWNLOAD
Nearly Half of L.A.’s Homelessness
Funds Went Unused Only $599 million of the record
$1.3 billion homelessness budget last year was actually spent. City Controller
Kenneth Mejia blamed “a sluggish, inefficient approach” for the underspending. READ MORE
Nebraska Innovates
IT Through Reorganization, Modernization State
CIO Matthew McCarville said he believes the state’s information technology
reorganization and modernization efforts have laid the foundation for
innovation, capacity building and cost savings. READ MORE
Nebraska’s New Sick Leave Bill Worries
Businesses The new law will guarantee small
business employees 40 hours of paid sick leave and 56 hours per year for people
working at businesses with more than 20 employees. But business owners are
concerned about the financial burden of the new rule. READ MORE
Partnerships Helped Secure Election
Day Against New Threats Election
officials and law enforcement worked together to fend off Election Day threats,
with a new tactic emerging: hoax bomb threats made against polling sites with
the aim to disrupt voting. READ MORE
Report: Computer Lapse
Leaves Millions of Veterans’ Info Unguarded A Veterans Affairs office in
Atlanta that determines health-care coverage for veterans failed to encrypt the
records of more than 3 million people and ran outdated computer programs,
according to an audit. READ MORE
Resource Explores Local Government AI
Use, Offers Advice The National
League of Cities released a report this week outlining strategic ways
municipalities are using artificial intelligence to better serve constituents.
An accompanying toolkit aims to facilitate analysis. READ MORE
Spatial Infrastructure: How GIS Data
Can Transform Government Operations Embracing spatial
infrastructure can help state and local governments by enhancing GIS data
integration with everyday technologies and systems. This paper explains spatial
infrastructure and explores use cases where it can improve government
operations. DOWNLOAD
Stadiums, Nightlife and Taylor Swift:
Cities and States Are Banking on Busy Weekends New consumer
spending patterns fuel investment in entertainment venues. READ MORE
States Spend
Billions on Transportation Projects. Are They Meeting Their Goals? A new report from Brookings shows how state departments of
transportation have a free hand to spend on highway projects, but don’t keep
good track of progress toward specific goals. READ MORE
Technology Helps Fill Gaps Amid
Public Safety Staffing Shortages New emergency dispatch
tools that offer automated services are more important than ever amid staffing
shortages in law enforcement and emergency call centers. READ MORE
Texas Is Among Few States Experiencing a Surge in Energy Demand The increase of energy demand across the country is growing to rates that haven’t been seen since the end of World War II. READ MORE
The Case for
Cooperative Procurement
The Four Key Components of Successful Digital
Transformation for Government This guide details four
essential components for achieving successful digital transformation in
Government: harnessing the power of SaaS and PaaS platforms, enabling
data-driven decisions, improving access to comprehensive data, and fostering
secure collaboration. DOWNLOAD
The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on the 2024 Election Experts at a Congressional Internet Caucus Academy briefing this week explored the role artificial intelligence played in the 2024 election, and the ways policy helped to reduce its negative impacts. READ MORE
The Peril — and Promise — of AI in
Criminal Justice Innovation must come with transparency,
safeguards and human oversight. We need to deploy the technology in ways that
enhance rather than erode public confidence in the justice system. READ MORE
Three Steps for Getting Started
with AI Chatbots This thought
leadership paper details three steps your agency can take to kickstart an AI
chatbot program. Real-world government examples show how AI chatbots can
transform service delivery for constituents and improve efficiency for public
sector employees. DOWNLOAD
Unauthorized Network
Activity
Unlocking Agility and
Innovation with Modernization As agencies face stricter regulations and increasing demands for better
services, updating their technology is crucial. By leveraging tools like
artificial intelligence (AI), data analytics and cloud computing, organizations
can transform legacy systems and build a foundation for future growth and
public trust. Learn more about the benefits of modernizing by downloading the
full publication. DOWNLOAD
USDA Invests in AI, Funding a Pilot
Program for Michigan The U.S. Department of
Agriculture is funding a pilot program in
Using a Sandbox to
Explore Generative AI Creating a
"sandbox" environment allows an agency to explore GenAI technology
before broad rollout internally and to the public. The sandbox helps IT learn
about appropriate uses and identify needed security controls and business
policies. It can also support efforts to consolidate siloed data on a unified
platform -- a key factor for AI to generate accurate content and search
results. DOWNLOAD
Using AI to
Transform Emergency Management — ICYMI Ladris CEO Leo Zlimen outlines how artificial intelligence can help
government agencies and communities prepare for disasters, refine emergency
response plans, mitigate risks and speed up the recovery process. READ MORE
Using HHS Data and Best
Practices to Change Lives This thought
leadership paper covers three major best practices, along with corresponding
real-world examples, around how to use data more effectively for health and
human services programs. The paper also explains the value of cloud-based tools
for data transformation. DOWNLOAD
Washington Election Turnout Drops,
Especially Among Young Voters Participation for
Washingtonians 18-24 dropped 8.5 points from the 2020 election, but improved
compared to 2016. READ MORE
What’s New in Digital Equity: All
BEAD Proposals Approved Plus, the
industry reacts to a new Federal Communications Commission chairperson, a
What’s the
Future of Ranked Choice Voting After Tough Election Setbacks? Voters in five states rejected the voting system,
while D.C. voters approved it. READ MORE
Why School Police May Not Be the Most
Effective Way to Prevent Violence Properly trained and
integrated into the school leadership team, they can be helpful in some ways,
but they cannot fix societal problems and their presence can make students feel
less safe. READ MORE
Why the NYC Tech Office Chose Cloud Modernization The
New York City Office of Technology and Innovation (OTI) faced significant
challenges with legacy applications, which struggled to meet constituent needs,
posed security risks, and experienced frequent outages. To address these
issues, OTI partnered with technology providers to migrate nearly 30
applications to the cloud. This case study details how OTI strategically
handled its application modernization journey and shares critical lessons
learned for other agencies. DOWNLOAD
With Connectivity as Its Goal, BEAD
May Be Tech-Agnostic The North Star
for the federal Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment program is
comprehensive connectivity for all homes and businesses, officials said at the
Connecting Communities Summit. That could come through fiber or fixed wireless. READ MORE
Workforce Development, Tech Investment Prepare IT
Orgs for the Future In addition to
upskilling and transforming their workforce, IT leaders in government are
investing in enterprise technology that can scale for the future. READ MORE