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The 3 states leading on AI adoption

They earned top marks for having sophisticated capabilities, comprehensive frameworks and innovative approaches.

Austin Jenkins

06:00 AM, Jul 09, 2025

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro (D) and OpenAI executive Chris Lehane (left) discuss the results of a pilot project to find ways artificial intelligence can make state employees more efficient. (Screenshot of video feed)

New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Utah lead the pack on embracing artificial intelligence, according to a report released Tuesday. 

“Government AI Landscape Assessment,” produced by Code for America, a nonprofit that works with governments to modernize technologically, rated all 50 states plus the District of Columbia in three categories: AI leadership and governance; AI capacity building; and AI technical infrastructure and capabilities.

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