INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES – Amends existing law to revise provisions regarding the powers and duties of the Office of Information Technology Services.
Reported Printed and Referred to State Affairs
Summary
The bill gives the Office of Information Technology Services (OITS) broad control over purchasing and installing IT equipment, software, and telecom services for all state agencies, colleges, and the executive, legislative, and judicial branches, while excluding public safety and microwave equipment which remain under the military division. It also mandates cybersecurity oversight, including mandatory training, multifactor authentication, and background checks for certain IT personnel. The changes aim to centralize IT management, improve security, and streamline procurement.
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