The states of Washington and Utah are re-writing their legislation. Dan Houlihan questioned what role COVA will take in prescribing standards for the private sector regarding how they are to conduct business with each other. Gerry Anderson suggested that the work group consider the possibility of setting up pilot programs with various state agencies. Electronic Procurement Electronic Bids Bill Russell suggested that Gerry work with the work group in reviewing the advantages for multiple or single certificates. Bill Russell stated that the public is demanding digital signatures to be available.
Individuals are willing to pay fees associated with using digital signatures.
He stated that the public acceptance would be better if the private sector issued the certificate opposed to government. Ed Morris stated that the liability issue is a major factor with who is issuing the certificate. There will be a need to educate citizens to gain their trust in using the digital capabilities Gerry Anderson stated that the government would have to take a leadership position. Department of Game and Inland Fisheries already have a digital signature program in place. There currently is no statewide deployment.