The bill amends Section 9-27-6 of the New Mexico Statutes to clarify the responsibilities of the Department of Information Technology (DoIT) and its Secretary in overseeing information technology procurement and projects by state agencies. Key changes include the deletion of the requirement for the Secretary to approve agency information technology requests for proposals and contracts prior to final approval, and the insertion of new language that emphasizes the Secretary's role in promulgating rules for oversight of agency information technology projects and approving these projects prior to procurement. Additionally, the Secretary is tasked with ensuring compliance with state information architecture and the state information technology strategic plan.

The bill also outlines the Secretary's duties as the chief information officer, which include developing procedures for data standardization, monitoring agency compliance with technology plans, and providing oversight for information technology projects. The Secretary is required to prepare a state information technology strategic plan, which must be updated every three years, and to ensure the protection of individual privacy and security in the use of state technology systems. Overall, the amendments aim to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of information technology management within state agencies while ensuring accountability and compliance with established standards.

Statutes affected:
introduced version: 9-27-6