Governors are paying more attention to technology than ever before

StateScoop: Until a few years ago, work related to technology in state government was mostly limited to back-office information technology shops. But emerging technologies are now taking center stage as governors see the role they can play in supporting the economy and recognize the necessity of digital connectivity in creating a resilient workforce.

At least 18 governors mentioned substantial investments to rural broadband in their state of the state addresses, according to a Brookings Institution report published Tuesday. Even in 2013, just six governors mentioned the topic.

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