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MITRE’s AI Sandbox and FedScoop’s AI Report MITRE has launched a Federal AI Sandbox to advance the development of AI tools for specific agency missions. The Sandbox will serve as a testing ground for select models, refining their performance in a secure, expert-informed environment. Among the first projects in the Sandbox is an AI tool…

You can read the full article here. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is developing a new AI strategic plan, scheduled for release in January 2025, to enhance the agency’s operations across the healthcare and human services sectors. Micky Tripathi, HHS’s chief AI officer, outlined the plan’s broad scope at the NVIDIA…

This week brings several significant developments at the intersection of government and AI technology, highlighting how states and cities across the U.S. are advancing AI policy, data infrastructure, and education. Updated AI Policy Tracker Map Government Technology has published an updated AI policy tracker map, marking a major shift in state-level AI governance. By early…

This past week, NASCIO (the National Association of State CIOs) held its annual conference, bringing together state CIOs to discuss some of the most pressing challenges in government IT, with AI at the forefront of the conversation. The event provided an opportunity for state leaders to exchange ideas and collectively examine how emerging technologies like…

Federal Highlights The U.S. Department of Labor has proactively promoted inclusive hiring practices by introducing an in-house AI framework. This new initiative focuses on reducing bias in the hiring process and improving recruitment efforts for disabled individuals. Meanwhile, over 20 federal executive branch agencies have released detailed compliance plans, following recent guidance from the Office…

Governor Gavin Newsom of California vetoed a landmark AI regulation bill to establish comprehensive safety measures for artificial intelligence (AI). The bill, SB 1047, intended to establish regulations on large-scale AI systems, faced criticism for its broad scope, with concerns about the uniform standards across both high- and low-risk AI applications. In his veto statement,…

State and Local AI Adoption EY recently released a nationwide survey revealing that state and local agencies are lagging behind their federal counterparts in adopting AI technologies. The survey found that only 51% of state and local agencies use AI daily, compared to 64% of federal agencies. It also highlighted the major challenges to wider…

Building Trust Through AI in Colorado’s New Data Governance Framework Colorado’s newly released “Guide to Artificial Intelligence” aims to support state agencies in implementing generative AI technologies. Amy Bhikha, the state’s Chief Data Officer, emphasizes that success will depend on fostering innovation, building trust, and enhancing the state’s data governance program. The guidelines focus on…

You can read the full article here. Salesforce has introduced an “Industries AI” initiative designed to cater to specific sectors, including government. This project provides AI tools to improve public sector operations, particularly in areas such as benefit application processing, digital assessments, and inspection preparation. These tools aim to streamline processes, reduce administrative burden, and…

State of California Seeks AI Solutions for Public Sector Problems California is turning to generative AI (GenAI) to tackle some of its most pressing challenges, including housing, individuals without housing, and budget analysis. To explore how large language models (LLMs) might assist, the state is hosting a GenAI showcase, where vendors will demonstrate cutting-edge capabilities.…