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Artificial Intelligence
Pennsylvania businesses are all in on AI
With $90 billion in investments on the horizon, the commonwealth is positioning itself as a leader in artificial intelligence.
Artificial Intelligence
‘This is a competition we have to win’: 4 observations from Dave McCormick’s AI and energy summit
Top leaders in tech and politics, including President Donald Trump, traveled to Pittsburgh for the inaugural event.
Artificial Intelligence
Pennsylvania is a Top 3 state for government AI readiness
A new analysis from Code For America says the commonwealth’s proactive approach to AI “positions it as a leader in responsible AI adoption and innovation.”
Artificial Intelligence
As Amazon moves in, Pennsylvania lawmakers weigh innovation vs. oversight in AI policy
The efforts to make the commonwealth into an artificial intelligence powerhouse have plenty of upside and risk to go around.
Artificial Intelligence
‘All in on AI’: Shapiro, Amazon announce $20B AI investment in Pennsylvania
Gov. Josh Shapiro said the investment is the largest private-sector investment in the history of the commonwealth.
Artificial Intelligence
‘AI is not the future; it is current’: Lawmakers examine how to make Pennsylvania an AI powerhouse
GOP lawmakers traveled to Pittsburgh for a hearing focused on all things artificial intelligence.
Public Safety
PA House passes bill creating criminal offense for tracking device-based stalking
The legislation heads to the Senate after passing with a 201-2 vote.
Artificial Intelligence
Pennsylvania governor says AI has ‘real promise’ as he unveils pilot program results
Gov. Josh Shapiro said the state will be providing more employees with AI training and tools.
Digital Government
Doug Mastriano calls on Congress to support DOGE as he backs state-level DOGE bill
The former candidate for Pennsylvania governor has sponsored legislation seeking to create a state-level Department of Government Efficiency.
Artificial Intelligence
Treasurer Stacy Garrity bans DeepSeek AI platform from Pennsylvania Treasury devices
The state treasurer said the move is necessary to safeguard the data and sensitive information of Pennsylvanians.
Digital Government
The Keystone State partners with OpenAI for first-in-nation AI pilot
Led by Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, staff in the Office of Administration will use the AI tools to create and edit copy, update policy language, draft job descriptions and help employees write code.
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Management
Norfolk Southern Has Spent Millions on Lobbying and Political Donations. Will It Pay Off?
Lawmakers in Harrisburg and Washington, D.C. are pushing reforms to railroad laws as Norfolk Southern faces scrutiny over recent train derailments.
Workforce
As His First Order of Business, a New Governor Drops College Degree Requirements for State Jobs
The executive order from Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro–affecting 65,000 jobs–came on his first full day in office.
Infrastructure
Pittsburgh Bridge Set to Reopen One Year After Collapse
Officials credit the infrastructure law for its swift completion. The Fern Hollow Bridge collapsed in January just as President Joe Biden was set to visit to discuss infrastructure improvements.
Management
Pennsylvania’s Highest Court Directs Counties Not to Count Undated Ballots
Legal experts predict more lawsuits could surface in the weeks to come.
Finance
Can a State Erase Property Taxes Without Wiping out Education?
The long, difficult and ongoing quest to reduce property taxes in Pennsylvania.
Management
State Lawmaker Discusses New $125M Program That Will Help Pay for Home Repairs
Pennsylvania State Sen. Nikil Saval's Whole-Home Repairs Program was included in this year’s state budget.
Finance
Trump Wades Into One State's Budget Discussions
The former president says Pennsylvania's spending plan should be "tied" to controversial elections legislation.
Management
Philadelphia's Mayor Opens Up About His Proudest Moments in Office – and His Biggest Mistakes
In an exclusive interview, Mayor Jim Kenney talks about the city's soda tax, gun violence, Covid-19 and his plans for the future.
