Rather than developing new AI models, the AIDE initiative focuses on developing practical ways the technology can support state and local emergency managers before, during and after…
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore speaks onstage during the 2025 Congressional Black Caucus Ceremonial Swearing-In at The Anthem on The Wharf on January 03, 2025 in Washington, D.C. (Leigh Vogel / Getty Images for Congressional Black Caucus Foundation)
Tai Phan, Oklahoma's chief AI and technology officer, said his role needs broad exposure to other state decision makers, from legal and procurement to cybersecurity leads.
Mississippi incumbent Republican Gov. Tate Reeves speaks to members of the press after an election night watch party at The Refuge Hotel & Conference Center on November 07, 2023 in Flowood, Mississippi. (Brandon Bell / Getty Images)
California Gov. Gavin Newsom delivers his final state budget plan at the Capitol Annex Swing Space in Sacramento on May 14, 2026. (Gabrielle Lurie / San Francisco Chronicle via Getty Images)
California state agencies are required to study potential labor market shifts tied to AI adoption, such as including layoffs, hiring changes and skills gaps.
The New York City Department of Correction is seeking another extension on its telecommunications contract with Securus. Critics have said the company's technology violates the privacy not…
Creating governance councils and setting clear usage guidelines are AI best practices (used by many states, though not all) recommended by a report from the UC Berkeley…