Digital Government
With federal changes coming to Medicaid, New Jersey pursues ways to keep people enrolled
Gov. Mikie Sherrill proposed more than $10 million to strengthen Medicaid’s enrollment system before January
Finance
Tech giants are spending more than ever to shape California politics. See how much.
Tech giants involved in AI and cryptocurrency spent $39 million last year to influence lawmakers and policy. It's the start of what could be a spending blitz in the upcoming election.
Digital Government
No, your city doesn't need another dashboard
COMMENTARY | It's time to stop checking boxes with tech we don't use, and reset.
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Social Media Accessibility for Governments: What to Know
72% of residents engage digitally—are your social posts accessible? Avoid legal risks, boost trust, and meet ADA standards with these must-know tips.
Finance
North Dakota moves forward with stablecoin as local banks express interest in pilot project
The Bank of North Dakota is on track to introduce stablecoin to local banks this September after state regulators approved the technology’s use in bank-to-bank transactions.
Digital Government
Your personal data might set your grocery prices. States aim to crack down.
Retailers are using surveillance pricing to set individualized amounts customers will pay.
Cybersecurity
Why small municipalities have become cybercriminals' favorite prey
COMMENTARY | City and county managers can no longer see cybersecurity as an IT problem. They can take various practical steps before an incident occurs.
Public Safety
New program offers cities support for drone first responder programs
The National League of Cities has launched an initiative to support cities’ education and exploration of drone technologies that can enhance public safety agencies’ response to 911 calls.
Public Safety
Tech issues continue to haunt 911 systems
Many still operate using outdated technology and are prone to cyberattacks, leading advocates and lawmakers to call for more funding to make up the shortfall.
Artificial Intelligence
Michigan’s use of AI to process SNAP applications draws concerns about past automation failures
Given the state’s track record in using an algorithmic fraud detection system, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services’ use of AI in SNAP determinations holds a lot of reason for caution and concern, an expert says.
Artificial Intelligence
GOP policy leads highlight child safety as key step in national AI legislation
Legislators are still working through options for what that legislation will look like, including the possibility of reviving the proposed moratorium on state AI regulations.
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Artificial Intelligence
Open-source AI assistant shows promise for California caseworkers’ service delivery
By automating part of the benefit application process, a generative AI agent has enabled caseworkers to connect more efficiently and meaningfully with their clients.
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People
What governors said about tech in their state of the state addresses
AI, data centers and cell phone use in schools dominated state leaders’ speeches as legislative sessions kicked off in state houses across the country.
Artificial Intelligence
PA House lawmakers approve data center regulation bill
Lawmakers passed House Bill 1834 with a 104-95 vote.
Infrastructure
Data center restrictions signed into South Dakota law after push for incentives failed
After lawmakers rejected incentives for large data centers, Gov. Larry Rhoden signed a bill that puts new limits on them.
Digital Government
Efforts to meet HR 1 Medicaid rules can also ‘build for the future’
Strategies to implement major changes to state Medicaid systems today could also help states better field future updates, experts explained during a recent webinar.
People
Former FEMA administrator reflects on tumultuous time for ‘people-first’ agency
Deanne Criswell, who led the agency under former President Joe Biden, said critics who want to shift responsibility to states and localities use a “lazy way” to characterize its mission.
Infrastructure
North Carolina invests $26M to expand high-speed internet into additional rural areas by 2026
The additional funding targets 5,161 homes, businesses and community anchor institutions in 66 counties across rural portions of the state.
Artificial Intelligence
NYC’s Education Dept. is releasing a long-awaited AI policy. Some schools already have their own.
Schools have embraced a wide variety of approaches, from policies outlining acceptable use, to bans, to no formal discussion of AI at all.
Digital Government
Maryland’s data lead reflects on ongoing ‘culture shift’
Natalie Evans Harris, the state’s chief data officer, said that, while sharing data can be difficult, centralizing it where possible can help agencies work together and make more holistic decisions.
