A bill for an act relating to matters under the purview of the department of management, and including effective date and applicability provisions.

This bill establishes a dedicated "technology reinvestment fund" to finance state IT projects that modernize infrastructure and improve public services. It allocates $17.5 million annually starting in 2026-27 from the general fund, plus $18.27 million for 2025-26 from the Rebuild Iowa fund, specifically for hardware, software, and power systems. Projects must align with state priorities, demonstrate ROI, prioritize rural access, and include sustainability plans, with the Department of Management prioritizing them for the governor’s budget recommendations. The bill also requires annual project status reports to the legislature and includes provisions for background checks on IT staff and restrictions on problematic contract terms.