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Finance, Ways and Means holds informational hearing on state technology needs
Summary
The Finance, Ways and Means committee held an informational briefing on statewide technology priorities, focusing on cybersecurity, data modernization, and upcoming large systems projects such as the Edison ERP replacement and cloud migration. No votes were taken; the session aimed to prepare members for budget conversations in the coming legislative session.
The Finance, Ways and Means committee convened for an informational hearing on state technology needs and modernization, with the Chair emphasizing a multi‑year view of investment needs and a goal of avoiding agencies operating on systems two decades old. "We cannot be Kmart when our citizens expect Amazon," the Commissioner said, framing citizen-facing service improvements as a core objective.
State technology leaders described a unified data strategy, an enterprise governance layer, and plans to accelerate procurement for large projects including an ERP replacement. Committee members pressed presenters on broadband access in rural areas, potential workforce impacts from automation, cybersecurity risks, and budget implications for projects such as the data center vacate and the FY27 technology request.
