State and local governments are embracing generative AI, seeing it as a tool to improve efficiency in drafting reports, preparing for meetings, and training employees. Minnesota and Pennsylvania are leading the way, and now OpenAI is offering _ChatGPT Gov_, a secure version designed for government use.
Supporters say AI can help under-resourced agencies streamline work, but training remains key to adoption. Meanwhile, concerns about foreign AI models like DeepSeek are prompting states to tighten controls. As government adoption grows, the balance between innovation and oversight will shape AI’s role in public service.
If the topic sparks a curious ember, this article from Route Fifty is worth a read. And at least, it should get us wondering about how and where we should be deploying AI to improve our own governments.
