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This bill makes several changes to the laws governing major information technology development projects in the state of Maryland. The key provisions are: 1. It alters the definition of "major information technology development project" to now require a project cost of at least $5 million, as well as additional criteria related to the project's resources, alternatives, and business/technology objectives. 2. It requires state agencies to submit information to the Secretary of Information Technology on major IT projects for review and determination of which projects require the oversight given to major projects. 3. It expands the responsibilities of the Secretary of Information Technology in reviewing, approving, and overseeing major IT development projects, including approving project funding and expenditures. 4. It modifies the requirements for the approval of a systems development life cycle plan, including more detailed information on project planning, implementation, costs, and alignment with statewide plans. 5. It makes other changes to the Major Information Technology Development Project Fund, including how it can be used and reporting requirements on the fund's status and major IT projects. The bill aims to strengthen the state's oversight and management of large-scale IT development projects to ensure they align with statewide technology plans and successfully meet their intended business and technology outcomes.

Education

Education, Energy, and the Environment (Senate)

https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/SB0294?ys=2024RS