Unveiling ‘Captain Record’

Indiana has launched ‘Captain Record’, a groundbreaking generative artificial intelligence tool that opens the door to over a century of state documents. According to Robert Fulk, chief information officer of the Indiana Secretary of State’s Office, this tool dramatically enhances accessibility by indexing over 20 million previously unstructured records, some even handwritten. Fulk stated, ‘This transformation turns latent documents into a treasure trove of data for users, enabling an easier search through history.’

Insights on AI Usage in State Agencies

In related news, a recent report from Alabama’s AI task force revealed that nearly 25% of state agencies now use generative AI for various applications, such as software code development and language translation.

The Future of Indiana’s Technology Leadership

In other news, Indiana Governor Mike Braun has appointed Warren Lenard as the new chief information officer. Lenard, a private sector technology executive, will replace Tracy Barnes, who resigned earlier this year.

The StateScoop 50 Awards

The winners of the 2025 StateScoop 50 Awards have been announced, celebrating achievements across 21 states, showcasing innovation and leadership in government technology.

For those interested, new episodes of StateScoop’s Priorities Podcast are released every Wednesday, offering insights into the latest developments in state and local government technology.

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