Texas can’t tackle tomorrow’s challenges with outdated tools — that’s why lawmakers took action this year to strengthen the state’s digital infrastructure.
We take a look at the key steps the Legislature took to improve state operations, stay at the forefront in leadership on technology and cybersecurity issues.
HB 150 by Rep. Capriglione (Sen. Parker)
The Texas Cyber Command, which will be located at the University of Texas at San Antonio, will be a vital tool to defend against increasingly complex threats and proactively coordinate cyber-defenses across all levels of government.
HB 1500 by Rep. Keith Bell (Sen. Parker)
The legislation passed this session directs the Department of Information Resources to implement key Sunset recommendations that enhance governance, strengthen IT procurement and reinforce our state’s cybersecurity.
SB 1 by Sen. Huffman (Rep. Bonnen), HB 500 by Rep. Bonnen (Sen. Huffman), and related legislation
Texas lawmakers funded major digital infrastructure upgrades by improving cybersecurity, modernizing CPS systems and enhancing cross-agency data sharing.
HB 2818 by Rep. Capriglione (Sen. Parker)
Texas established an Artificial Intelligence (AI) division within the Department of Information Resources. The division is responsible for facilitating implementation of artificial intelligence technologies for state agencies and other DIR customers.
HB 3512 by Rep. Capriglione (Sen. Blanco)
New legislation will establish training for select state and local employees to manage tech risks, maximize AI benefits and uphold ethical data use.