This bill amends the Iowa Code to improve the management and oversight of state information technology projects and contracts. It introduces a new subsection to Section 8.23, which designates transmittals to the Department of Management as confidential until the governor submits the budget. Additionally, Section 8.57C is revised to allocate funds specifically for state information technology projects, highlighting the need for alignment with strategic priorities and sustainability. The bill also establishes new reporting requirements for project statuses and criteria for prioritizing proposed projects. Furthermore, it outlines prohibited and required terms in contracts, ensuring that contracts are governed by Iowa law and addressing confidentiality in communications with the Chief Information Security Officer.

Moreover, the bill transfers the responsibilities of the Iowa statistical analysis center from the Department of Health and Human Services to the Department of Management (DOM), granting DOM the authority to conduct data analysis on the state's correctional population and maintain a multiagency information system. It also includes confidentiality provisions regarding records maintained by DOM, stating that it is not the lawful custodian of records for other departments and must assist lawful custodians in complying with open records obligations. The bill includes various amendments and repeals related to existing law, emphasizing the importance of cybersecurity communications confidentiality.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 8.23, 8.57C, 8A.514, 216A.133, 216A.135, 232.147, 232.149, 232.149A