The bill amends several sections of the North Dakota Century Code to enhance the oversight and management of major information technology projects within the state. Key changes include redefining what constitutes a "major information technology project" to include projects with an estimated total cost of five million dollars or more, those requiring one year or longer to reach operational status, or those needing oversight due to significant benefits, risks, or public impact. The bill also establishes that the Information Technology Committee will receive and review detailed reports on these projects, including startup and closeout reports, from the relevant agencies.

Additionally, the bill modifies the structure and responsibilities of oversight committees for major projects. It replaces the term "executive steering committee" with "oversight committee" and outlines the composition and duties of these committees, which include monitoring project status and making recommendations regarding project decisions. The amendments ensure that all agreements or contracts related to major projects must be signed by both the head of the contracting agency and the chief information officer or their designee, thereby reinforcing accountability and oversight in the management of state information technology initiatives.

Statutes affected:
INTRODUCED: 54-59-32
Adopted by the Senate State and Local Government Committee: 54-35-15.2, 54-59-01, 54-59-05, 54-59-32
FIRST ENGROSSMENT: 54-35-15.2, 54-59-01, 54-59-05, 54-59-32
Enrollment: 54-35-15.2, 54-59-01, 54-59-05, 54-59-32
PREFILED: 54-59-32