Bill > SB1259

This bill amends the Oklahoma Information Services Act to exempt the J.D. McCarty Center for Children with Developmental Disabilities from certain definitions within the Act, meaning it will not be subject to the same requirements as other state agencies regarding information technology and telecommunications. The Oklahoma Information Services Act, as amended, aims to centralize and modernize the state's IT and telecommunications systems under a Chief Information Officer (CIO) appointed by the Governor, who oversees the Information Services Division of the Office of State Finance. This CIO is responsible for developing and implementing a statewide IT strategy, managing shared services, overseeing procurement of IT and telecommunications equipment and services, and ensuring the efficient operation of state technology infrastructure. The exemption for the J.D. McCarty Center means it will not be included in the scope of these centralized IT management and procurement requirements, which is declared an emergency measure for the immediate preservation of public peace, health, and safety.