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State governments are expected to deploy AI in 2026 with an increased focus on returns on investment as they face complex policymaking restrictions enacted by a recent executive order signed by President Donald Trump. -
Georgia regulators unanimously approved a massive expansion of the state's power grid Friday, approving Georgia Power's request for nearly 10,000 megawatts of new energy capacity.
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The federal government’s large annual defense act steps into staffing issues within the Space Force, requiring roughly equal staffing between operational and acquisition positions.
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In the absence of nationwide policy, 13 states have enacted their own data privacy laws. Several others have taken a different approach with a mix of basic and substantive protections. Congress may take the issue this session.
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In a discussion about the near future, the writers and editors at Governing walk through the legislative issues to keep an eye on this year. Technology, budget and transportation top the list.
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Faced with congressional scrutiny, litigation, and a push for state-level regulation, the social media giant Meta issued recommendations Tuesday for new federal standards to protect app-using minors.
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Experts across the greater Phoenix region recently came together for a workshop hosted by the local consortium, The Connective, that provides resources to help local government understand the risks and rewards of AI.
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The bill as currently written would maintain funding for tech modernization and single sign-on projects while also putting aside money for potential AI work in the future.
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Advocates for children’s online safety are hoping that Congress will enact federal legislation rather than allowing a piecemeal, state-by-state approach. They hope new rules would rein in tech platforms.
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Plans to overhaul IT services in the state include new AI regulations; policies ensuring ease of access to state platforms; a collaborative approach to cybersecurity; and a new office dedicated to user-centric digital innovations.
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An organization representing the likes of Facebook, X and YouTube has filed a lawsuit over a new requirement that children under age 16 get their parent’s consent to open social media accounts.
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On Jan. 15, a new law is scheduled to take effect in Ohio that will compel many other social media platforms to ask for a parent's permission before establishing an account for minors under the age of 16.
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Assemblymember Damon Connolly, of San Rafael, has proposed a state law that would ban individuals under 16 years old from riding class 2 electric bicycles. The state prohibits minors from riding the speedier class 3 e-bikes.
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In response to the state's unmatched growth in artificial intelligence, a state senator has introduced the California AI Accountability Act to ensure state agencies promote safeguards and consumer protections.
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A growing number of businesses of all sizes across the country are going cashless, requiring patrons to use credit or debit cards, or smartphone apps, to pay for their purchases.
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Eight measures with a primary focus on the field — including governing use of AI in health insurance claims and punishing its use in child sex abuse exploitation — were introduced and only one got a committee vote.
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After California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed an executive order on AI in September, California lawmakers have introduced a raft of legislation that sets the stage for more regulation in 2024.
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Plus, a new dashboard compiles state-level rules on digital transformation, the American Library Association launches a new digital inclusion working group for library staffers, and more.
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Federal authorities said Tuesday that Rite Aid will be banned from using facial recognition software for the next five years to settle claims that its anti-shoplifting technology unfairly and illegally tagged women and people of color.
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California water regulators have approved rules that will allow local water agencies to recycle wastewater directly into tap water after extra cleaning. Los Angeles and San Diego are among the communities exploring the concept.
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The Texas Broadband Development Office is asking for input from the public on a new plan to expand access to the Internet. Roughly 3 million households in the state lack access to high-speed Internet.
