INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES – Amends existing law to revise provisions regarding the powers and duties of the Office of Information Technology Services.

Summary

The measure updates Idaho law to give the Office of Information Technology Services (OITS) broader control over purchasing and installing IT and telecom equipment for state agencies, colleges, and the legislative and judicial branches, while leaving public‑safety equipment under the military division. It also sets new duties for OITS to manage statewide cybersecurity, require background checks for certain IT workers, and allow limited use of third‑party analysts. The changes aim to centralize technology decisions, improve security, and streamline procurement.

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