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Senate Confirms Val Olvison as Utah’s Chief Information Officer
Summary
The Utah Senate unanimously confirmed W. Val Olvison as the state’s chief information officer after a favorable committee report and floor endorsements citing his technical expertise and leadership. Olvison pledged to restore trust and support state IT employees.
The Utah Senate confirmed W. Val Olvison as state chief information officer on Jan. 28, 2003, following a recommendation from the Government Operations and Political Subdivisions Confirmation Committee and supportive floor remarks from multiple senators.
The nomination was transmitted by the governor under section 67-1-1 and -2 of the Utah Code. Committee chair Carlene M. Walker reported that the confirmation committee had held a hearing and by motion recommended approval. Senator Lyle Hilliard moved for consent, and other senators highlighted Olvison’s technical credentials and leadership style.
Senator Walker said the nominee demonstrated “depth of technical knowledge” and leadership ability, describing Olvison as an "organizational chiropractor" who makes departments work more efficiently. Senator Hallowell cited a personal example going back to 1992 to vouch for Olvison’s character. Senator Steele and others described his qualifications and defended him against media criticism of his background.
The Senate held a roll-call vote and confirmed Olvison. President Mansell announced the results and the Senate then resolved into the Committee of the Whole so Olvison could address members. In brief remarks, Olvison thanked the body for its confidence and said he looked forward to "restoring a level of trust and confidence" in the state’s information-technology operations and "unleashing the creative powers" of public employees.
The confirmation carries no further action recorded in these proceedings. Olvison’s appointment will be implemented under the executive branch procedures for filling a chief information officer position.
