Sec. SS-12. 5 MRSA §1974, sub-§3, as enacted by PL 2001, c. 388, §14, is amended to read:

3. Develop and administer written standards for data processing and telecommunications. The Chief Information Officer shall develop and administer written standards for data processing and telecommunications subject to approval by the board. These written standards pertain to:

A. Acquisition of equipment;

B. Acquisition of computer software and systems;

C. Development of computer systems and computer programs;

D. Computer operations; and

E. Any other standards determined necessary by the Chief Information Officer and the board.

Sec. SS-13. 5 MRSA §1974, sub-§4, as enacted by PL 2001, c. 388, §14, is repealed.

Sec. SS-14. 5 MRSA §1974, sub-§§5 and 6, as enacted by PL 2001, c. 388, §14, are amended to read:

5. Develop and implement strategic and departmental planning process. The Chief Information Officer, in conjunction with the board and with the participation of the affected state agencies, shall develop and maintain strategic planning initiatives for all of State Government and specific state agencies for data processing and telecommunications. The Chief Information Officer is responsible for assisting state agencies in implementing the planning process.

The Chief Information Officer shall submit a report on the planning process to the Governor and the Legislature at the beginning of each legislative session.

6. Report to the Legislature. The Chief Information Officer shall report to the joint standing committee of the Legislature having jurisdiction over appropriations and financial affairs by January 31st of each year with respect to the achievements, the problems and the procedures planned for