AI and the Future of Work

Working Group on AI & the Future of Work

The NGA Working Group on AI & the Future of Work is comprised of Governors’ advisors from a bipartisan set of NGA members who will meet regularly to develop a Roadmap for Governors on AI & the Future of Work.   

The working group will convene bimonthly to share best practices and common challenges and to receive briefings from leading national experts. This effort will culminate in a publication, a Roadmap for Governors on AI & the Future of Work, which will be delivered to incoming NGA members and incumbents in November 2026. The publication will include four primary elements: 

• Description of AI technologies, trends, and their potential impact upon the future of work
• Survey of the current state and federal policy landscape regarding AI & the future of work
• Policy opportunities and potential principles on AI & the future of work for Governors to consider
• Opportunities for Governors to innovate and lead by example in developing AI-enabled state government workforce and organizational models 

NGA, Center for Civic Futures, and McKinsey will hold an in-person convening in December 2026 to unveil the Roadmap.

For more information about the NGA Working Group on AI & the Future of Work, please contact Jack Porter, Program Director for Workforce Development and Economic Policy. 

Arizona

"Artificial Intelligence is rapidly transforming how we live, work, and govern. Arizona has a responsibility to lead with integrity while spurring innovation in this growing high-tech sector.”

Governor Katie Hobbs

Georgia

“We’re celebrating the latest milestone in Georgia’s ongoing effort to prioritize government efficiency and customer experience by opening the Horizons Innovation Lab – an A.I. hub focused on finding innovative solutions that put Georgians first across public and private sectors.”

Governor Brian Kemp

Maine

“Emerging AI technologies offer the potential to improve lives, drive economic growth, and help solve complex challenges.”

Governor Janet Mills

Maryland

“This technology is already here; the only question is whether we are going to be reactive or proactive in this moment. Our administration will always choose to lead.”

Governor Wes Moore

Massachusetts

“Along with the investments we are making in the Massachusetts AI Hub, we are leveraging the expertise and resources at our disposal to advance the sector by promoting knowledge sharing and investing in intentional spaces for collaboration. Together, we’re positioning Massachusetts as a global leader in applied AI and creating a cohesive ecosystem that is innovative, responsible and has a high impact on our state’s economy.”

Governor Maura Healey

North Carolina

“AI has the potential to transform how we work and live, carrying with it both extraordinary opportunities and real risks. Our state will be stronger if we are equipped to take on these challenges responsibly.”

Governor Josh Stein

Oklahoma

"Oklahoma is poised to lead the nation in implementation of artificial intelligence technology, and we have to capitalize on the momentum."

Governor Kevin Stitt

Utah

“As the technology landscape evolves with artificial intelligence, we’re proud to lead the nation in proposing legal protection for our best-in-class artists and songwriters.”

Governor Bill Lee

Utah

"Our aim in Utah isn’t to regulate AI more. It’s to regulate it better. This framework creates space for innovation while giving policymakers the tools to learn quickly and act responsibly. It’s a way to encourage experimentation and adaptation, not to constrain it."

Governor Spencer Cox