According to NASCIO Executive Director Doug Robinson, state legislators introduced more than 1,000 bills focused on artificial intelligence in 2025, indicating unprecedented state-level activity in AI regulation.

Impact · State-level CIOs and agency leaders must prepare for a complex patchwork of AI regulations that could affect technology procurement, deployment, and governance across state government operations.

Action · Review current AI initiatives against emerging state legislation and establish a tracking system for monitoring state-specific AI regulatory requirements.

New rules implementing the Administrative False Claims Act will enable federal agencies to pursue smaller fraud cases more effectively, with Dan Ramish predicting an increase in enforcement actions.

Impact · Federal agencies gain enhanced ability to pursue smaller-scale fraud cases, potentially affecting government contractors and grant recipients across all levels.

Action · Update compliance programs and internal controls to address enhanced fraud enforcement capabilities, particularly for smaller transactions.

Federal employee conversions to the new Schedule Policy/Career system may be finalized as early as March 9, representing a significant change in federal workforce classification.

Impact · Major structural change in federal employment classification could affect hiring, retention, and career progression across all federal agencies.

Action · Prepare HR systems and workforce policies for the transition, including communication strategies for affected employees.

The Army is introducing alternative promotion authority to provide officers with more flexible career paths, as announced by Brig. Gen. Gregory Johnson.

Impact · Military workforce management modernization could influence broader public sector approaches to career development and talent retention.

Action · Evaluate potential application of flexible career path models within civilian agency contexts.