The bill amends Section 8.57C of the Iowa Code to redefine the use of funds in the technology reinvestment fund, shifting the focus from specific technology acquisitions to providing a stable funding source for state information technology projects aimed at enhancing infrastructure, improving government services, and promoting innovation and economic development. It introduces a prioritization process for proposed projects based on strategic alignment, feasibility, user adoption strategies, and potential returns on investment. Additionally, the bill ensures that unencumbered funds remain available for two years after the fiscal year of appropriation and mandates annual reporting on project statuses to the General Assembly.

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), authorizing DOM to maintain an integrated information system for automated data sharing among government branches and local agencies. It also includes provisions to enhance the management of cybersecurity communications, prohibits certain liability-imposing contract terms, and clarifies that DOM is not the lawful custodian of records it maintains for other departments. The bill increases the frequency of national criminal history checks for individuals working with DOM and requires DOM to prioritize technology projects while reporting to the governor and the General Assembly.

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