The bill amends section 54-59-11 of the North Dakota Century Code, which pertains to the information technology planning process for state agencies. It specifies that each executive branch state agency or institution, excluding those under the control of the board of higher education unless exempted by the chief information officer, must participate in this planning process according to guidelines set by the department. The previous requirement for plans to be submitted by August fifteenth of each even-numbered year has been deleted, along with the stipulation that the department must review these plans for compliance with statewide policies and standards.

Additionally, the bill emphasizes the development of a statewide information technology plan that aligns with long-term agency strategic goals and business objectives, as well as statewide information technology initiatives. This new focus aims to enhance the effectiveness of the planning process and ensure that the technology strategies of state agencies are in sync with broader state objectives.

Statutes affected:
PREFILED: 54-59-11
Prepared by the Legislative Council staff for Senator Roers: 54-59-11, 54-59-11.1
FIRST ENGROSSMENT: 54-59-11, 54-59-11.1
Adopted by the House Government and Veterans Affairs Committee: 54-59-11
Enrollment: 54-59-11
INTRODUCED: 54-59-11