Emerging Tech
Michigan House committee hears proposal to restrict state drone purchases
The bill would ban state dollars being used to purchase drones from companies listed as concerns by the federal government, and give agencies a five-year replacement window.
Emerging Tech
Labor advocates try to put the brakes on unregulated, self-driving Waymo cars
Minnesota doesn’t have laws regulating autonomous vehicles, and some lawmakers argue that the state needs to get them in place now to ensure the introduction of self-driving cars doesn’t cause chaos.
Digital Government
New report and toolkit offers states strategies to streamline HR 1 implementation
A nonprofit recently released guidance for states as they implement changes to their Medicaid eligibility and enrollment systems to comply with new work requirements.
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Artificial Intelligence
AI risks creating a ‘demand machine’ for governments, report warns
Instead of making public-sector employees’ lives easier, the tech could create even more work, unless leaders rethink agency processes and workflows, researchers at New America said.
Artificial Intelligence
Pennsylvania House committee advances data center bills
Two data center bills were reported out of the House Energy Committee along party lines.
Infrastructure
It’s lights out for Washington legislature’s effort to regulate data centers
The bill died Monday amid a barrage of industry opposition. Supporters said it was a crucial step toward protecting the grid and utility ratepayers from the energy-hungry facilities.
Artificial Intelligence
AI could be ‘force multiplier’ in tackling housing crisis, expert says
Cities across the country are using the technology to ease permitting approvals and backlogs, and one leader called on them to lean in further and set ambitious but achievable goals.
Public Safety
Virtual crisis care helps rural communities access mental health resources in emergencies
On-demand access to mental health professionals offers law enforcement new resources to de-escalate crises.
Artificial Intelligence
Virginia lawmakers propose guardrails for artificial intelligence use in education
As Virginia schools adopt AI and students spend more time on screens, state lawmakers question the technology’s impact on students’ safety, critical thinking and learning skills.
Emerging Tech
Why quantum security must be on every CIO’s 2026 priority list
COMMENTARY | The consequences of a quantum-backed cyberattack could be tremendous, especially if they target critical infrastructure. Too many states have not planned ahead.
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Cybersecurity
Leaders sound the alarm for physical and cyber attacks ahead of summer World Cup
A lack of federal grant funding and information sharing could hamper preparations, they said, and leave cities vulnerable to physical or cyberattacks when games get underway.
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Artificial Intelligence
AI images scandalized a California elementary school. Now the state is pushing new safeguards.
An incident with Adobe AI software is raising question about whether the California Department of Education can effectively patrol a new technology.
Digital Government
Screen time limits for young children goes to Alabama governor
Ross’ bill expands the limitations to 90 minutes per day for children ages two through four years old and prohibits individual screen usage.
Cybersecurity
Rethinking how state and local cyber teams are built and supported
COMMENTARY | To stay ahead, we must address how we build and support teams while leveraging technology to defend our critical infrastructure.
Public Safety
Language accessibility grows as a priority for public safety officials
One California county is turning to tech to better communicate with its non-English speaking population amid increasing fears about immigration enforcement in the U.S.
Artificial Intelligence
New York counties to roll out AI assessment tool
The new dashboard will help county tech and procurement leaders analyze and evaluate various products available on the market as they try to adopt them responsibly.
Artificial Intelligence
As White House blocks Utah AI bill, other chatbot and deepfake regulations advance
The race to develop AI includes a race to regulate it that is dividing Republicans.
People
E-Verify requirements draw business pushback in some Republican states
Sweeping legal work verification bills have fared poorly in many places.
Digital Government
Feds extend a telehealth rule that could help save more people from opioid overdoses
The rule removes the in-person visit requirement for providers to prescribe a medication to treat opioid substance use disorders, which experts say could help save lives and reduce public health costs long-term.
