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Utah Tops 2008 Digital States Survey

September 17, 2008

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Utah could close physical offices statewide without inconveniencing citizens.

Utah topped the Center for Digital Government's 2008 Digital States Survey after delivering the clearest evidence yet that electronic delivery of government services has matured.

To reduce energy costs and carbon emissions, Utah Gov. Jon Huntsman Jr. announced in June that most state offices would be closed on Fridays. With more than 800 state government services online -- many boasting high user adoption rates -- Utah could close physical offices statewide without inconveniencing citizens.

By Steve Towns, Editor

Full Story: http://www.govtech.com/gt/articles/412171
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