The bill introduces significant changes to the management and procurement of information technology services across state agencies in Oklahoma. It mandates that each agency independently manage its IT services while the Information Services Division of the Office of Management and Enterprise Services retains responsibility for cybersecurity. Agencies are required to submit an annual electronic report to the Governor and the Chief Information Officer (CIO) regarding their IT services. The bill also creates the position of CIO, appointed by the Governor, who will oversee the Information Services Division and manage telecommunications systems. The CIO's salary is set between $130,000 and $160,000, with specific eligibility requirements outlined. Additionally, the bill establishes the Oklahoma Government Telecommunications Network (OGTN) to unify telecommunications systems across state entities.

Moreover, the bill amends various sections of the Oklahoma State Finance Act and county purchasing procedures, streamlining the procurement process by removing references to the Information Services Division and emphasizing the role of the Purchasing Division. It introduces new provisions for the certification of procurement officers and enhances the oversight responsibilities of the State Purchasing Director, allowing for the certification of agency purchasing officials. The bill also includes provisions for training procurement officials, mandates competitive bidding, and establishes guidelines for acquiring customized software. Notably, it repeals outdated sections of the law and includes an emergency clause for immediate implementation upon passage.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 19-1505, 62-34.11.1, 62-34.32, 74-85.5, 62-34.11.8, 62-34.12
Committee Substitute: 19-1505, 62-34.11.1, 62-34.32, 74-85.5, 62-34.11.8, 62-34.12