Bill > SB475

This bill amends the Oklahoma Information Services Act by removing outdated language related to the appointment timeline of the Chief Information Officer, who oversees the state's information technology and telecommunications systems. The Chief Information Officer, appointed by the Governor, is responsible for developing and implementing a statewide information technology strategy, managing shared services, and overseeing procurement of technology for all state agencies. The bill also clarifies that the Chief Information Officer's authority to employ personnel and fix their compensation is not limited by other laws, and that the Information Services Division is responsible for various duties including formulating IT strategy, defining shared services, and evaluating technology investments.