Bill > HB2230

This bill makes several changes to how the state of Arizona manages its information technology (IT) and telecommunications. It expands the duties of the department responsible for IT, requiring it to define, design, and implement a shared services infrastructure and application environment for all state agencies, referred to as "budget units." This includes directing the development of a reliable telecommunications infrastructure, supervising the development of applications used across multiple agencies, and providing direction for the professional development of IT staff. The bill also establishes a Chief Information Officer (CIO) who will be responsible for developing plans for an interoperable radio communications system for agencies, promoting the use of open-source technology, and reporting on cost savings from consolidating IT resources. Furthermore, the bill outlines a process for the CIO to develop a comprehensive plan for shared IT services, including recommendations for reallocating resources and personnel, which will be submitted to state leadership and require approval from the Information Technology Authorization Committee. This committee, which includes members from the legislature, private industry, and government, will have expanded duties, including approving the CIO's plan of action, overseeing its implementation, and approving fees for shared IT services. Finally, the bill appropriates $1.5 million for a government information technology assessment to be conducted by the Chief Information Officer.