Relating to a comprehensive review of the centralized accounting and payroll system by the Department of Information Resources.
Impact
The bill addresses the need for modernizing the state's accounting practices and enhancing financial oversight by evaluating potential benefits such as cost savings and improved operational efficiencies for state agencies. Key stakeholders, including state agency representatives and external auditors, will be consulted during this review process, indicating a collaborative approach to identifying weaknesses and areas for improvement in the current system.
Summary
SB2335 is a legislative proposal in Texas aimed at conducting a comprehensive review of the centralized accounting and payroll system managed by the Department of Information Resources. The bill mandates the department to assess the system's effectiveness in meeting the financial and personnel management needs of state agencies, while also ensuring compliance with regulations and maintaining data security. The evaluation will also focus on the system's operational efficiency, integration with other technological systems, as well as ease of use and required personnel training.
Contention
Notably, the bill requires a final report by September 1, 2026, detailing the findings of this comprehensive review, along with actionable recommendations for system enhancements and improvements. These recommendations could involve legislative or administrative actions to address issues identified throughout the review and may lead to significant changes in the operational policies of state financial systems. The strategic alignment with the 2022-2026 State Strategic Plan for Information Resources Management emphasizes the bill’s broader goal of advancing digital transformation efforts within state operations.
Relating to renaming the Texas Natural Resources Information System as the Texas Geographic Information Office and the duties of certain officers of that entity.
Relating to renaming the Texas Natural Resources Information System as the Texas Geographic Information Office and the duties of certain officers of that entity.