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Oct 3, 2026

Selected items posted on the Internet during the week ending October 2, 2026

5 Public Safety Trends for 2026 From AI-powered situational awareness to integrated real-time crime centers, this paper reveals how agencies can modernize systems to keep pace with escalating risks. DOWNLOAD

Reports of kratom-related overdoses are prompting more states to consider bans on a product widely sold online and in convenience stores. Lawmakers are weighing those risks against its use for pain relief and the option of tighter sales and potency rules. Read More

Preparing for Medicaid's New Redetermination Mandates This paper explores practical strategies for preparing for more frequent eligibility reviews, strengthening constituent communications and reducing administrative burden without sacrificing the beneficiary experience. DOWNLOAD

Nominate a Rising HHS Leader Current leaders of state and local health and human services systems are invited to nominate Deputy Directors and program directors to participate in HHS 2030 programming. LEARN MORE

New research links housing scarcity and higher rents to increased poverty. In the most affected states, up to 34 percent of poverty can be attributed to skyrocketing housing costs. Read More

A Guide to AI Recruitment Technology for Public Sector Hiring Learn how AI-assisted recruiting can help agencies identify qualified candidates sooner, reduce sourcing work and manage the compliance and security considerations that come with hiring technology. DOWNLOAD

Improving Emergency Response with Modern Cellular Networks This e-book features real-world examples from police, fire, EMS, and 911 agencies that have strengthened connectivity across vehicles, stations, and temporary command sites. DOWNLOAD

Beyond Phones and Hotspots: Building True Connectivity for the Government Workforce No matter where government work happens, employees need secure, reliable access to the applications and data that keep public services moving. This paper explores how state and local agencies can rethink connectivity for field and hybrid work, reduce reliance on unsecured networks, apply Zero-Trust principles, and give employees the ability to complete more work at the point of service. DOWNLOAD

Keeping Public Services Accessible During Emergencies Power outages, severe weather, and equipment failures don't stop the need for public services. Learn how agencies can prepare for unexpected disruptions while maintaining reliable communications with staff and the communities they serve. DOWNLOAD

Better User Experiences, Better Government: Designing the Modern Workplace Learn five practical best practices for modernizing meeting spaces, supporting hybrid work and building workplaces that empower employees to focus on serving the public. DOWNLOAD


CLE/CPD-eligible webinar The obligations of lawyers using AI will be offered on Thursday, October 8 at 12 p.m. ET. AI Hallucinations, Confidentiality, and Compliance: What Every Lawyer Needs to Know

How Agentic AI Creates a New Operating Model for Higher Education Security Learn how higher education security teams use AI agents to prioritize threats, automate investigations and extend SOC capacity. WATCH NOW


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