A Path from Welfare to Self-Sufficiency Safety net systems should be integrated with workforce support programs. Mostly they aren’t. More states should implement the kind of “One Door Model” that has proven effective in Utah. READ MORE
A Reasonable Disciplinary Penalty Under the
Circumstances - This ebook focuses on determining
an appropriate penalty to be imposed on an employee in the public service found
guilty of misconduct. For more information click HERE
AI and Cloud Strategies for State and Local Agencies This guide explores how AI-powered tools and cloud infrastructure can help government agencies overcome the challenges of tight budgets and aging infrastructure. Case studies from California and Utah demonstrate the transformative impact of these strategies, saving dollars and accelerating service delivery. DOWNLOAD
AI in Fraud Prevention and
Identity Verification: Separating Fact from Fiction Explore how the public sector is approaching one of today’s most
critical challenges: digital identity. WATCH VIDEO
AI
in Law Firms: Ethics Committees Are Clearing the Path Forward Whenever new technologies become
available to lawyers, ethical concerns initially pose a significant hurdle to
adoption notes Rochester, N.Y. attorney Nicole Black. Click HERE for more information.
ANNOUNCING CDG-NACo’s Digital
Counties Survey 2025! The Center for Digital
Government and National Association of Counties invite all U.S. counties to
participate in the Digital Counties Survey. DIGITAL COUNTIES
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Are Libraries the New 'Third Place'
We're Looking For? They just might be. They’re doing a lot
of things that don’t have much to do with books but do have a lot to do with
community. And you don’t hear “Shhh” much anymore. READ MORE
Avoiding an AI-Driven Energy
Availability Crisis This thought
leadership paper details what state technology leaders need to do to prevent an
energy availability crisis as well as any cyberattacks that can threaten the
nation's power supply. Read more to find out your state can act now to ensure
energy security as GenAI use increases! DOWNLOAD
Bill Could Broaden Firms’ Liability Protection in
Breaches A proposed law in Nebraska would keep companies
from being held liable in class-action lawsuits over data breaches unless the
breach was caused by their own “willful, wanton, or gross negligence.” READ MORE
California Lawmakers Propose
Crackdown on Power-Guzzling Data Centers A spate of new
bills in California and other states would protect consumers from electricity
rate hikes that subsidize data centers. READ MORE
Can a Revamped FDIC Better Protect
the Public Purse? Important federal deposit insurance rules
and possibly its entire regulatory apparatus could come into play in Washington
this year. State and local treasurers need to focus on vital public and
fiduciary interests. READ MORE
Can Marijuana Sales Bring
Pennsylvania $1 Billion in Revenue? Gov. Josh Shapiro has
again proposed legalizing recreational marijuana in his budget. The governor
believes the state can bring in $1.3 billion in revenue in the first five years
of legalization. How are other states faring? READ MORE
Checklist: Steps to Centralize Your Grant Management Use
this checklist to spot the signs that it's time to centralize your grant
management and then create a roadmap for improving operations and shoring up
compliance. DOWNLOAD
Could This Texas Tax Break Proposal
Help Parents Find Affordable Child Care? Texas
lawmakers are exploring tax incentives to help businesses provide affordable
child-care options, aiming to address the state's child-care shortage and
support working families. READ MORE
Despite Disruptions, Hope for Federal Employees Who
Stay While attention is on federal government staff who are
leaving, my focus is on those who remain. I’d like to offer personal experiences
and lessons learned from government cuts and reorgs during my time with
Michigan IT. READ MORE
Empowering Government to Take
Control of Their Cyber Defense [March 4] Join us for a live webinar where technology experts will
introduce the "Defender's Advantage" framework - the concept that
governments are defending against cyber attacks in their own environment. REGISTER
ERP Supplier BS&A Strengthens Its Hand Via Boyce
Acquisition Local governments use BS&A software
for budgeting, taxes, licensing and other activities. Boyce, strong in Indiana,
sells similar services to cities, schools and utilities. The deal follows a big
investment in BS&A. READ MORE
Five 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
Forty-seven Tips for Public Records Management Managing public records requests requires more than just compliance - it’s about efficiency, transparency, and building trust. This checklist delivers actionable tips, from optimizing workflows to streamlining response processes, all aimed at easing your workload. DOWNLOAD
Get the latest 5G devices for the front lines. Stay connected when it matters most with Verizon Frontline. LEARN MORE
Housing Assistance Is Facing Cuts.
State and Local Agencies Are Preparing Reported plans to
cut staff in the Department of Housing and Urban Development, along with
proposed budget cuts and the Trump administration’s funding freeze, have
worried administrators of state and local housing programs. READ MORE
How Women Are Shaping the Future of
Public Service A new standalone special issue of Governing
highlights the outstanding work being done by women in state and local
government leadership -- and the policies and programs that will ensure the
public sector is a welcoming and supportive workplace for tomorrow's women
leaders. READ NOW
Iceland Harnesses Solar Power from
Outer Space Plus, the world's fastest supercomputer can compute 2.7
exaflops, an AI system generates street images from an audio recording, and a
3D printable add-on uses the heat of a PS5 to keep pizzas warm. READ MORE
In Peachtree Corners, Ga., Smart Crosswalk Alerts
Vehicles The crosswalk, near a middle school, is
a pilot between the city and a maker of intelligent signal and traffic
management technology. Its traffic detector with artificial intelligence
detects people and cars nearby. READ MORE
It's Time to Consolidate Cybersecurity Regulations An
ever-growing number of regulations and standards leaves many government cyber
experts wondering if more guidelines necessarily equate to better
cybersecurity. READ MORE
L.A. Considers Permit
Self-Certification to Speed Up Post-Fire Rebuilding In the
wake of recent wildfires, L.A. officials are exploring a self-certification
program for building permits to accelerate the reconstruction of homes, aiming
to streamline bureaucracy and cut down on approval wait times. READ MORE
Long-Serving Napa County, Calif., CIO
Retiring This Month Jon Gjestvang, who led IT for the Bay Area county through
wildfires and the COVID-19 pandemic, will wrap his 23-year career as CIO at the
end of February. The organization’s deputy CIO will take over as interim
CIO. READ MORE
Mass. Invests in Quantum Computing, Cybersecurity for Jobs If it comes to fruition, local leaders expect the
Massachusetts Green High Performance Computing Center's plan to build a $16
million quantum computing complex in Holyoke to produce durable, well-paying
jobs. READ MORE
Nevada Introduces Bill to Combat
Extreme Heat Nevada lawmakers are pushing a bill that would
require cities to update master plans with strategies to mitigate the effects
of extreme heat, as Las Vegas and Reno experience rapid temperature increases. READ MORE
New Administration,
New Budget Picture for State and Local Government? Hundreds of technology partners focused on the public sector gathered
outside Washington, D.C., for the annual Beyond the Beltway event, an
industry-focused forecast of what 2025 looks like for state and local IT. READ MORE
Newly Appointed Phoenix CISO Rises from City’s
Security Ranks The city’s new chief information security
officer was previously its deputy CISO. He takes over a role vacated by Shannon
Lawson in October, bringing with him two decades’ experience in the public and
private sectors. READ MORE
Nonprofit
Opens Anonymous Reporting for Federal Data Concerns A
Washington, D.C.-based nonprofit has created a platform where government
workers and others can share how federal contract terminations, staff cuts and
data issues impact their work without using personal information. READ MORE
North Dakota Moves to Create State-Level Version of
DOGE The state’s House of Representatives advanced legislation
this week that would create a task force dedicated to reviewing state programs
and identifying areas in which officials could improve efficiency. READ MORE
Oklahoma
Moves to Privatize Prison Food Service The
Oklahoma Department of Corrections is seeking a private vendor to provide meals
for nearly 20,000 prisoners, citing rising food costs and inefficiencies. But
critics warn privatization may worsen food quality. READ MORE
Optimize Workforce
Management with Position Control Implement position control best practices to overcome
staffing complexities and achieve optimized workforce management. LEARN MORE
Oregon AI Advisory Council Unveils Its AI Action Plan
The Oregon State Government Artificial Intelligence Advisory
Council, which was established by a 2023 executive order, has just released an
action plan to guide government use of the technology. READ MORE
Preventing Social Media
Misinformation During Emergencies Emergency services must develop strong crisis communication plans to
effectively combat misinformation and ensure that accurate, timely info is
reaching the public. READ MORE
Prison Violence Soars in Georgia as
State Faces Staffing Crisis Georgia’s prison system
sees a spike in violent deaths and severe staffing shortages, prompting urgent
calls for reform and funding to address the escalating crisis. READ MORE
Q&A: Building Trusted
Digital Identities In this Q&A,
Socure's Jordan Burris talks about how identity is evolving and what government
leaders need to know about modern identity verification technology. READ NOW
Reimagining Government Budgeting: IT at Work — ICYMI Envisio’s
Stefan Baerg and Tyler Technologies’ Chris Fabian discuss their unique
collaboration and explore how governments are transforming budgeting to be more
strategic, transparent and outcome-focused. READ MORE
Sacramento Buses Use Cameras With AI to Issue Parking Tickets A joint program between the city and the Sacramento Regional Transit District is fielding 100 buses with forward-facing cameras powered by artificial intelligence. The devices spot vehicles blocking bus stops. READ MORE
Seguin, Texas, Uses AI, Data Storage to Enhance Cyber
Playbook The city has strengthened its cybersecurity
efforts, using artificial intelligence to analyze more than 1 million pieces of
incoming communication and protecting employees from impersonation attempts and
data theft. READ MORE
Small Kansas Town Offers Up to
$15,000 in Incentives to Attract New Residents Neodesha,
Kan., is offering a variety of incentives, including student loan repayment,
tax breaks and housing development plans to encourage people to move to the
small town and combat rural population decline. READ MORE
State and Local
Finance Officers Struggle With Funding Uncertainties A memo from the Office of Management and Budget freezing
federal grants to states was canceled. But funds are still being kept back, and
budget officers are looking for answers. READ MORE
State and Local Government Cybersecurity: Insights
from the Experts Learn how public sector organizations are
bolstering cybersecurity and developing a resilient workforce. DOWNLOAD
StateRAMP Is Now GovRAMP, Reflecting Broader
Participation This year the organization will change
its name to reflect its “mission and community inclusivity" across all
levels of government. The change will not affect agreements, procurements or
fees. READ MORE
States Face Tough Choices in
Corrections Budgeting Amid Rising Costs Many states,
particularly Republican-led ones, are feeling pressure to align their
legislative priorities with the presidential administration. But states are
facing new financial constraints after years of revenue growth. READ MORE
Tarrant, Ala., Wards Off Ransomware Attack on City Computers
Officials were able to take down a server, make repairs and
restore service after an attempt to extort money through an attack on the
police department’s system. For now, the department is filing paper police
reports. READ MORE
Tech Companies Weigh in on AI Partnership With CSU Leaders at
Adobe, NVIDIA and Intel share their aspirations and intentions for a recently
announced partnership for AI education and workforce development through the
California State University System. READ MORE
Texas District Opens $21 Million
Pre-K Center Tailored for Younger Students The
school district is one of a growing number across the country to pump money
into creating a building tailor-made for pre-kindergarteners. READ MORE
Texas Legislature Forms New Government Efficiency
Committee The Delivery of Government Efficiency
Committee aims to improve the state government’s efficiency through emerging
technologies like AI, modernizing existing processes while both innovating and
saving. READ MORE
The Disaster Management Preparedness and Recovery Guide: Tools and Strategies for State Agencies State government agencies play a pivotal role in managing disaster responses, from wildfires to infrastructure failures – but with limited resources and increasing demands, how do agencies effectively plan, mitigate, and recover? This eBook provides a breakdown of the disaster management lifecycle, innovative technologies, and process improvements that any state agency can implement. DOWNLOAD
The World's First Flying Electric Ferry Set to Debut
in Lake Tahoe FlyTahoe and Candela worked together to
create a flying electric ferry that will operate as a water taxi around Lake
Tahoe. READ MORE
Tips for Public Records Management Managing
public records requests requires more than just compliance - it’s about
efficiency, transparency, and building trust. This checklist delivers
actionable tips, from optimizing workflows to streamlining response processes,
all aimed at easing your workload. DOWNLOAD
Understanding AI Opportunities: A Go-To Guide for
State and Local Government This guide will help your agency
make sense of rapidly expanding AI/ML opportunities. It covers top use cases;
emerging issues; factors that impact AI/ML performance; and best practices for
planning, deploying and iterating these powerful tools. DOWNLOAD
Unlocking Economic
Mobility Understand the 28
life experiences that impact lifetime income. LEARN MORE
Urban SDK Offers a Deeper View of Traffic Danger
Spots The traffic management firm has released a new
"Collision Index" designed to give police, public works and road
planners better data about where accidents happen and how to fix those
problems. READ MORE
Visually Impaired Washington, D.C.,
Metro Riders Can Now Use Waymap The company’s new step-by-step
wayfinding app is available to users of the Washington, D.C., transit system.
It spans 11,000 bus stops on 325 routes, as well as 98 rail stations, and does
not collect personal data. READ MORE
Where’s DeepSeek Banned? The States Blocking Chinese-Made AI States are increasingly banning DeepSeek AI on government devices, citing cybersecurity and data privacy concerns. Some cybersecurity experts question if the state bans will do enough to protect American data. READ MORE
Wichita's Mayor
Discusses the Challenges of Coping With Tragedy Wichita, Kan., has been reeling since a flight carrying
residents crashed outside Washington last month. Mayor Lily Wu talks about
leading her city during this difficult time. READ MORE