New Artificial Intelligence Tool Introduced for Accessing State Services in California

Serdar HocamAuthor & Editor

California Governor Gavin Newsom introduced AskCA, an AI-powered digital assistant that simplifies access to state and local government services.

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Government, made easier. Governor Newsom introduces AskCA, a new AI-powered tool for Californians | Governor of California

California Governor Gavin Newsom publicly announced the AI-powered AskCA project in Sacramento, making it easier for citizens to access government services.

Introduction of the AskCA Project

California Governor Gavin Newsom introduced AskCA, a new artificial intelligence tool developed to facilitate access to state and local government services, in Sacramento.

Development Process and Collaboration

The prototype, which emerged during the response process to the January 2025 Los Angeles wildfires, was built by the Office of Data and Innovation, and the system's knowledge base was created in collaboration with Anthropic's Claude model.

Job Matching and Pilot Program

CalHR is deploying the AskCA prototype for an AI-powered job skills matching feature launching on September 30 at CalCareers.ca.gov, and the state is looking for volunteers to test the tool.