Over 80% of US government agencies already use AI agents - and it's only the beginning
A recent survey indicates that over 80% of US government agencies have adopted AI agents, with expectations for further integration by 2030. Many leaders believe that AI will fundamentally transform government operations and improve service delivery. The study highlights the importance of data quality and governance in scaling AI adoption within the public sector.
- ▪82% of government organizations have already adopted AI agents.
- ▪71% of government agencies plan to increase their use of agentic AI in 2026-2027.
- ▪94% of government leaders believe AI agents will fundamentally transform the nature of work.
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Innovation Home Innovation Artificial Intelligence Over 80% of US government agencies already use AI agents - and it's only the beginning A new survey finds most government leaders believe that by 2030, the public sector will consist of humans and AI agents working together. Written by Vala Afshar, Contributing WriterContributing Writer April 28, 2026 at 12:12 p.m. PT Vertigo3d/E+/Getty Images Plus via Getty ImagesFollow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google.ZDNET's key takeawaysAdoption of agentic AI in government is now a leadership mandate.
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