Bill No. 821 amends Section 34.36 of Title 62 of the Oklahoma Statutes, which pertains to the state agency estimate of funds needed for the upcoming fiscal year. The bill requires state agencies to report their budgetary needs, including a detailed analysis of existing and proposed programs, interactions with other agencies, and quantifiable objectives. Notably, the bill introduces new requirements for agencies to include a quantification of their information technology and technology needs, along with estimated expenditures for these needs, as mandated by the Information Technology Consolidation and Coordination Act.

Additionally, the bill removes a previous requirement that prohibited expenditures for certain technology-related purchases without prior written approval from the State Comptroller. This change aims to streamline the reporting process while ensuring that agencies provide comprehensive information about their technology needs and associated costs. The bill emphasizes the importance of performance-informed budgeting and aims to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of state agency operations.