U.S. State & Local Leader AI Governance Toolkit

The Local Frontier: State & Local Leadership Toolkit

Governing AI from Main Street to the Statehouse

From Future in Common

Part of the series: “The United States of AI: An Ethical Policy Platform for American Workers”

What This Toolkit Covers:

AI isn’t just a national issue—it’s changing how cities, counties, and states make decisions every day. This toolkit gives local officials, educators, and civic leaders the knowledge and tools to understand where AI is showing up, what’s at risk, and how to respond with equity and accountability.

Designed for teach-ins, community meetings, and government briefings, this bundle makes AI policy accessible and actionable at the local level.

What’s Inside:

• Slide Deck + Presenter Notes – a clear, ready-to-use presentation
• Starter Brief – a short summary of key challenges and solutions
• Printable Handout – for participants and public events
• Social Media Graphics – to help spread the word and start conversations
• Usage Tips Sheet – guidance for effective use in your community

Who It’s For:

• State legislators and local elected officials
• Mayors, city councils, and agency staff
• Educators, librarians, and public advocates
• Civic orgs and community educators

Why It Matters:

AI is already shaping who gets resources, who gets watched, and who gets heard. But most local governments haven’t been equipped to respond. This toolkit changes that—by putting clarity, strategy, and people-first policy in your hands.

Whether you’re leading a city or organizing a classroom, this bundle helps you lead with confidence—and keep communities at the center of AI’s future.

Download includes:

PDF of the full civic brief formatted for easy sharing.

License & Use

This brief is copyrighted © 2025 by Deion Lemelle / Future in Common.

The ideas are meant to be shared, adapted, and built upon.

Please do not republish the full document without permission.

You’re welcome to cite, quote, or use the concepts with attribution.