The technology offers a variety of communication models that support government and citizen interaction. There are significant external factors that will impact the use and regulation of this medium in the future. Many state governments have already recognized the importance of this technology in improving government services. Each of the 50 states has made some effort to develop an Internet presence, with mixed results. Internet connectivity between, and among, levels of government are growing geometrically.
Some states are ahead of others in using the Internet for government service delivery.
This legislation provides a framework for the development of policies and standards for the state's information and telecommunication systems, and establishes a public access mandate. These statutory requirements provide the context and authority for the development of this Internet Strategic Plan. Any policy statements developed, as a result of this plan should be seen as an integral part of the comprehensive information policy referred to in the statutes above. This document is a work in progress and will be updated as necessary. The reader will note that the activities described in this plan speak to the need for an ongoing review and assessment of the ever-changing world of technology and the opportunities for improving the effectiveness of State government services.