Bill No. 68, introduced by Senators Green and Bashore, amends the Information Technology Consolidation and Coordination Act to clarify definitions and establish new procedures for state agencies in Oklahoma regarding the employment of information technology personnel. The bill specifies that state agencies must enter into a memorandum of understanding with the Chief Information Officer (CIO) before hiring IT staff. This memorandum must outline the positions, qualifications, and adherence to standards set by the CIO for data integrity and security. Additionally, the CIO is granted the authority to audit compliance with these agreements.

The bill also updates the definition of a "state agency" to include specific entities such as the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation, the District Attorneys Council, the Office of the Attorney General, and the Office of the State Auditor and Inspector, while excluding institutions within the Oklahoma State System of Higher Education and others. The legislation emphasizes the importance of oversight and compliance in the hiring process for IT personnel, ensuring that state agencies align with established standards for technology management. An emergency clause is included, allowing the bill to take effect immediately upon passage and approval.