The Q3 2026 issue of Governing Magazine is out now. This edition spotlights Governing’s 2026 Public Officials of the Year. Honorees are tackling government’s toughest challenges with pragmatic leadership, fresh ideas and a focus on delivering results that improve people’s lives. Read More.
Governing in the Age of Agentic AI This Governing guide gives elected, legislative and executive leaders a practical framework for navigating this next phase of AI. Drawing on real-world examples from states and cities, it explores how policymakers can encourage responsible experimentation, modernize governance and funding models, prepare the public workforce, strengthen transparency and build safeguards that keep pace with rapidly evolving technology. DOWNLOAD
Govern AI Before It Governs You Practical templates, scorecards, and worksheets to help your agency govern AI. Download the Free Kit
Local government leadership is a public activity, from campaigning to showing up when constituents need help or attention. But according to a new survey from Princeton’s Bridging Divides Initiative, many local leaders feel less comfortable being in public. Read More
Safer Communities, Lower Costs: What Government Leaders Need to Know About AI Dash Cams This paper explores how agencies are using AI to reduce crashes, lower liability and insurance costs, protect employees from false claims, and uncover operational efficiencies that deliver a rapid return on investment. DOWNLOAD
Colorado, New Mexico and Washington are expanding protections for wetlands and streams as federal oversight retreats, offering potential models for other states. Read More
How Much AI Is Already in Your Agency? See how CapMetro uncovered AI usage and built governance on real organizational data. Discover Their Approach
Creating Strategic Partnerships in State and Local Government Download this paper to explore how strategic partnerships can help agencies optimize technology investments, improve service delivery and prepare for what's next. DOWNLOAD
How Reno Transformed Boards and Commissions to Build an Award-Winning Governance Model Learn how Reno centralized governance workflows, reduced administrative burden, improved compliance and delivers a more accessible experience for residents — all without increasing costs. READ NOW
How High-Performance Computing Meets Compliance Innovation and compliance don't have to compete. Learn how public sector organizations can securely power AI, advanced analytics and high-performance computing while meeting evolving regulatory requirements. Download the paper for practical guidance on building secure, future-ready computing environments. DOWNLOAD
Think Like a Fraudster, Adapt Like an Expert Identity fraud is a significant and growing threat to the integrity and mission of government services. The key to countering today's threats and future risks is to understand what motivates fraudsters. This handbook explains key varieties of identity fraud and the fundamentals of effective identity verification. Most importantly, it gives government leaders insights into the fraudster's mindset so they can create strategies to proactively prevent fraud and adapt to evolving tactics. DOWNLOAD
How the City of Newport News Is Raising the Bar for Open Government Facing a surge in public records requests, Newport News centralized FOIA management to improve transparency, streamline compliance and strengthen public access to government information. READ NOW
Achieve Governance and Speed Without Compromise Outdated systems and disconnected workflows slow progress and limit accountability. Discover how intelligent work management gives government leaders the visibility, control and automation needed to accelerate projects without sacrificing governance. Download the paper the full paper to learn more. DOWNLOAD
NYPPL will observe Labor Day on Monday, Sept. 7, 2026.