Engaged California

07/20/2026

The conversation continues right now.

Engaged California’s statewide engagement about the Impact of AI on work is currently in its next phase.

Californians from across the state are now participating in live, virtual discussions to explore how AI is changing work, what opportunities and challenges they see, and how government can help people prepare for what’s ahead.

They were selected, randomly, after participating in the initial survey phase.

Jarrett Krumrei, Office of Data and Innovation’s Lead Product Manager, shares how the conversation is moving forward.

Check out our blog to learn more about this first-in-the-nation deliberation https://bit.ly/4tYISeZ, and visit join.engaged.ca.gov.

06/21/2026

⏰The Engaged California conversation on the Impact of AI on work closes on June 26.

Do you use AI at work? What opportunities, or concerns do you see?

🎤People across California are already sharing how AI is impacting work and what they think government should do about it.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of this first-of-its-kind statewide conversation.

🔗Sign up today and share your voice https://bit.ly/42S01fb

06/17/2026

💬People across the state are sharing their views on AI and the future of work on Engaged California.

Here’s what they’re saying:

🎙️AI has been a really helpful tool for streamlining routine tasks. It’s made note‑taking, meeting recaps, and drafting emails much faster and more efficient.

🎙️AI hallucinations have made my work as a librarian more challenging. The internet is quickly becoming polluted.

🎙️I do believe that this is here to stay and we aren’t going to be able to put the genie back into the bottle.

🎙️This does not necessarily mean that less employees will be needed, but means we won't need people doing basic menial clerical work.

Now we want to hear from you. If you’re a Californian, join today
🔗https://bit.ly/42S01fb

06/09/2026

“We want to hear from Del Norte County all the way down to Imperial County. We want to hear from a broad cross section of different industries where folks are working. That’s really the goal.”

-Director Jeffery Marino, Office of Data and Innovation

In a recent interview with KTXL FOX40 News reporter Eytan Wallace, Director Marino shared why California is inviting residents to join Engaged California to share their thoughts on the Impacts of AI on work.

Watch the interview here https://bit.ly/4g2L6qi and join the conversation today at https://bit.ly/42S01fb

06/01/2026

💻 AI is changing how we work. What has your experience been? How has AI affected you? Engaged California is inviting you to share your perspective.

It just takes 6 easy steps to join the conversation and share your thoughts on the impacts of AI on work. This step-by-step guide walks you through it.

Don’t wait. The platform closes on June 5. Don’t miss this opportunity.

Are you ready to join the conversation?

🔗Visit https://bit.ly/42S01fb to get started, and read our latest blog to learn more about Engaged California https://bit.ly/4tYISeZ

05/26/2026

Right now, Californians have an important opportunity to tell the State how they feel about the Impacts of AI.

California Office of Data and Innovation (ODI) Director Jeffery Marino has an important message about why we need your participation in Engaged California.

Join the conversation today: https://bit.ly/42S01fb

05/21/2026

“Today is just the first step as we rewrite policy and direction, creating a future of work that works for all.” -Governor Newsom

In his latest Executive Order, the Governor Gavin Newsom has announced that California is taking a first-of-its-kind approach to prepare for the impacts of AI on the future of work.

Engaged California is currently inviting all State residents to have their say on how AI is affecting their work, the economy and what we should do about it.

Your voice can help shape California’s future:

🪑Every Californian gets a seat at the table
🔗All Californians are invited to sign up at https://bit.ly/42S01fb
✨Your input will inform state departments and agencies to prepare for impacts of AI to the workforce

➡️Join the conversation and sign up today, and read the press release https://bit.ly/4dyngzT

05/18/2026

🎙️The word is out!

What is your perspective on AI in California? Engaged California is looking for your input. We want to hear from you. Share your perspective on Engaged California and help shape what State government does next.

🔗Sign up today and join the conversation https://bit.ly/42S01fb

How Is AI Affecting California? The State Wants You to Share Your Story
The program marks the first time the state has opened the platform to all Californians. State officials said the effort is designed to give residents a direct role in discussions about how AI should be regulated and used as the technology rapidly expands across industries.
https://www.postnewsgroup.com/?p=714490

05/15/2026

“Engaged California is a tool of what is called “deliberative democracy”: not a poll, not a comment box, not the shouting match social media has trained us to expect.”
-Office of Data and Innovation (ODI) Director Jeffery Marino

In a recent Los Angeles Times op-ed, Director Marino and Carnegie Endowment for International Peace nonresident scholar Micah Weinberg explore how Engaged California and deliberative democracy can help rebuild trust between people and their government.

Read the op-ed: https://bit.ly/4tDUOCU
Sign up to join the Engaged California conversation on AI : https://bit.ly/42S01fb

05/13/2026

California is leading the nation with a new approach to public engagement.

Government Technology featured Engaged California’s current statewide conversation: the Impact of AI on work. The topic invites all California residents to share their thoughts on how AI is impacting their jobs, the economy, and what their government should do about it.

The Office of Data and Innovation (ODI) is running the program that allows the government to listen at scale.

“The approach has helped officials find the actionable policy ideas people were raising with their input, even if they were not framed as such.” -Jarrett Krumrei, ODI Lead Product Manager

Read the article https://bit.ly/492vmzw and join the Engaged California conversation to share your perspective on AI and work in California https://bit.ly/42S01fb