Department of Information Resources (DIR) Profile

The Department of Information Resources provides statewide technology leadership, cybersecurity guidance, and cooperative IT purchasing. The department plays a central role in providing innovative technology solutions for government entities.

Department of Information Resources Agency Profile – GovExperts
AGENCY HEAD
Tony Sauerhoff — Executive Director

2026–27 State Appropriations


CategoryFY 2026FY 2027
Total (All Funds)$925,503,583$811,606,303
General Revenue$167,050,315$32,986,726
GR – Dedicated$0$0
Federal Funds$0$0
Other Funds$758,453,268$778,619,577
Number of FTEs363363

Legislative Oversight Committees


These committees exercise budgetary and policy oversight of the Department of Information Resources

Committee NameLink
House Delivery of Government EfficiencyView
House AppropriationsView
Senate State AffairsView
Senate FinanceView

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