ADOPTED 2/14/2005

1242-S AMH ANDG JOHN 016

SHB 1242 - H AMD

By Representative Anderson

   On page 3, line 15, after "section." insert "The assessment of the activity must also include an evaluation of major information technology systems or projects that may assist the agency in achieving or making progress toward the activity purpose and statewide priorities. The evaluation of proposed major information technology systems or projects shall be in accordance with the standards and policies established by the information services board."

   On page 3, after line 27, insert the following:

   "(d) The office of financial management shall consult with the information services board when conducting reviews of major information technology systems in use by state agencies. The goal is that reviews of these information technology systems occur periodically."

EFFECT: Requires agencies, as part of evaluating an activity, to also evaluate major information technology systems or projects that may assist the agency in achieving or making progress toward the activity purpose and statewide priorities. Requires OFM to consult with the information services board when conducting reviews of major information technology systems and that such reviews occur periodically.