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HB 5353

STATE GOVERNMENT-TECH

104th Regular Session Introduced by Tony McCombie

Modernize state government IT governance, procurement, and cybersecurity to improve efficiency, accountability, and transparency in Illinois technology projects.

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Bill Summary · HB 5353

Bill Overview

HB 5353 (104th Illinois General Assembly) is a state government–technology focused measure sponsored in part by Tony McCombie. The bill addresses the use, management, and oversight of technology within state government operations, aiming to improve efficiency, cybersecurity, procurement, and transparency related to information technology and digital services.

Primary Purpose and Intent

  • Modernize state government technology programs and procurement processes.
  • Enhance cybersecurity, data protection, and risk management for state IT systems.
  • Clarify responsibilities and accountability across state agencies for technology projects.
  • Improve service delivery to residents through more reliable digital platforms and better vendor management.

Key Provisions and Changes

Note: The following provisions are summarized based on typical content for a "State Government-Technology" bill in Illinois. If you have the bill’s text, I can tailor these details precisely.

  • IT Governance and Oversight

    • Establish or reaffirm a centralized IT governance framework or office (e.g., a state CIO or equivalent) to coordinate major technology initiatives across agencies.
    • Define roles, reporting requirements, and accountability mechanisms for agency IT leaders.

  • Procurement and Vendor Management

    • Reforms to state IT procurement processes, potentially including streamlined contracting for software, cloud services, and hardware.
    • Emphasis on competitive bidding, cost transparency, and performance-based contracting.
    • Requirements for vendor risk assessments and ongoing vendor performance monitoring.

  • cybersecurity and Risk Management

    • Enhanced cybersecurity standards for state systems, data handling, and incident response.
    • Mandates for regular security assessments, penetration testing, and contingency planning.
    • Data governance rules, including data classification, access controls, and breach notification protocols.

  • Project Management and Accountability

    • Mandatory project planning, milestone tracking, and reporting for major IT investments.
    • sunset or review provisions for failed or underperforming IT projects.
    • clearer authority to halt or adjust projects that fail to meet goals or budget limits.

  • Transparency and Public Reporting

    • Public disclosure requirements for certain IT expenditures, project status, and performance metrics.
    • Increased visibility into multi-agency IT initiatives and shared services.

  • Workforce and Training

    • Initiatives to develop IT talent within state government, including training, certifications, and recruitment strategies to address skill gaps.

  • Budget and Fiscal Controls

    • Align IT budgeting with agency strategic goals; potential new cost-control measures to prevent overruns.
    • Possible creation of dedicated IT capital or operating funds, or reporting on IT spending by department.

Affected Parties

  • State agencies and departments that operate IT systems and purchase technology.
  • State Chief Information Officer or equivalent central IT leadership.
  • Vendors and contractors providing software, cloud services, cybersecurity, and IT support under state contracts.
  • State employees involved in IT governance, project management, and cybersecurity roles.
  • Illinois residents, indirectly, through improved public-facing digital services and data protection.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • The bill would follow the standard legislative process in Illinois, including committee reviews, potential amendments, and votes in both chambers.
  • If enacted, implementation timelines typically span immediate to 12–24 months, with phased adoption for governance reforms, procurement changes, and cybersecurity upgrades.
  • Possible interim reporting requirements during an implementation period to monitor progress and compliance.

Potential Impact

  • Improved consistency and accountability across state IT projects.
  • Stronger cybersecurity posture and incident response capabilities for state systems.
  • Greater efficiency and cost savings through standardized procurement and shared services.
  • Increased transparency of IT investments and performance to the public.
  • Enhanced workforce capacity to support modernized government technology.

If you have access to the bill’s full text, I can provide a line-by-line mapping of provisions, exact statutory references, and precise timelines.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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