States Launch Government Efficiency Initiatives Inspired by Federal DOGE Model

Republican-led states are adopting cost-cutting measures akin to Elon Musk's federal Department of Government Efficiency, sparking debates over regulatory reform and government spending.

Several states, including Florida, Georgia, and Iowa, have established or proposed government efficiency task forces modeled after the federal Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).
Florida's initiative, led by Governor Ron DeSantis, will use artificial intelligence to audit state spending and bureaucracy, pending legislative approval.
Georgia's Senate has passed the 'Red Tape Rollback Act,' requiring state agencies to review and justify regulations, with critics labeling it a 'DOGE Lite' measure.
Other states, such as Missouri and Oklahoma, are creating public portals and legislative offices to identify inefficiencies and enhance fiscal transparency.
While proponents argue these initiatives will streamline government and reduce waste, opponents express concerns about potential overreach and impacts on vulnerable populations.