Digital Government
Oregon missing unified data collection, complaint process for farmworkers, report says
The lack of clear metrics makes it harder for the state to track the wellbeing of farmworkers throughout the state, the report argues.
Finance
Arkansas accuses prediction market, online gaming platform of operating illegal gambling
The lawsuit against Kalshi, filed in Independence County, is the latest in a wave of actions states have taken accusing the online prediction market operator of skirting anti-gambling laws.
Artificial Intelligence
Why ‘move fast and break things’ doesn't work for government AI
COMMENTARY | Public-sector failures can have life-altering consequences, so governments must work to build trust and have the right governance in place.
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Digital Government
USDA proposes chip tech requirements for electronic benefit transfer cards
While the proposed rule holds promise to reduce fraud and theft in food and cash assistance programs, observers raised concerns that the rule could create too many burdens for states to administer benefits.
People
Commenters largely oppose 2030 Census overhaul, analysis finds
Nearly 90% of the over 126,000 published comments expressed dislike of the proposal.
Cybersecurity
Election office reports failed attempts to hack its online services
A state election office also saw five spikes in traffic to its ballot drop box locator on Election Day. By 9:30 p.m. EST, analysts had received no reports of a foreign influence operation.
Artificial Intelligence
Voters reject data centers in local ballot initiatives
Of the more than 40 votes held in localities across the U.S., data centers were successful in just one, showing residents’ broad opposition to building them in their communities.
Public Safety
Report: How wildfire models can be enhanced for better preparation and recovery
Current models excel at demonstrating wildfires’ behaviors and risk of spreading, but new research identifies key data points that could optimize governments’ planning and preparation for such events.
Workforce
Tech companies enlist colleges to help them train data center workers
Data centers mostly create construction jobs, but staffing them does require some technicians to work there long-term.
Artificial Intelligence
Data centers are the digital steel of the AI century. America can't stop building them.
COMMENTARY | In defense of the industry that will power America's next century.
Digital Government
From data to decisions: How resident insights can drive smarter budget priorities
COMMENTARY | Local governments need to plan for the services communities will need tomorrow, and better use of data can help get them there.
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Cybersecurity
More than half of schools suffered a cyber incident in the past year, report finds
The Center for Internet Security said that more than 11,000 incidents needed escalation and response in the 2025-26 academic year, while almost 80% of schools said they need more cyber support.
Infrastructure
Data center backlash playing out in Arkansas’ local races, not statewide or federal campaigns
The concern over data centers has prompted a local backlash in Arkansas, with several communities enacting measures to block their construction or impose new restrictions.
Artificial Intelligence
Rural charms drew residents to Taylor, Texas. Then came the data centers
A local family sold an 87-acre tract to a parks foundation for $10 “to be held in trust for future use as a parkland.” Later, the city’s Economic Development Corporation sold the land to a data center developer for $10 million.
Digital Government
Extended ADA Title II deadline demands a focus on procurement
COMMENTARY | What may first appear to have been a respite now is a tight timeline for getting accessibility right and meeting compliance requirements.
Digital Government
Equity must be considered when building resident 311 services, expert says
While tools aimed at increasing the public’s engagement with local officials sound like a straightforward solution, policymakers should consider unintended negative impacts they can have on certain populations, according to new research.
Digital Government
Suburban Houston voters will be the first in Texas to decide the fate of Flock cameras
Tuesday’s election will determine if League City can keep its 55 cameras operating along city roads.
Emerging Tech
Pa. AG Dave Sunday launches effort to prevent cryptocurrency scams at Bitcoin ATMs
Business owners with kiosks have been asked to voluntarily place signage warning about popular tactics used to trick victims.
Public Safety
Cities can't predict every emergency, but they can be better prepared to respond
COMMENTARY | With sensors, video, drones and more, leaders have lots of data at their fingertips. Putting it to good use is just as important as collecting it.
