State of California Code Section 12815: Establishes the Office of Data and Innovation
A California Government Code section establishing the Office of Data and Innovation (ODI) and authorizing it to improve digital service delivery, data governance, and modernization across state government.
The statute formally creates the Office of Data and Innovation within the Government Operations Agency as a statewide entity responsible for advancing service delivery and data functions across California agencies.
It authorizes ODI to partner with state entities on written engagements, lead programs to improve government services using best practices, and develop statewide policies, standards, and procedures related to digital design, implementation, operations, and service improvement. The law reflects California’s institutional commitment to human-centered digital government, cross-agency modernization, and stronger use of data to improve public services.
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