In quotes: a billon dollar investment in state tech that will help early education

IT isn’t just a layer of state government — it’s basic infrastructure for essential services.

Today, we’re unveiling the FutureTech Act, an investment in safe, secure, and innovative technology now and years down the line. pic.twitter.com/SqO39vrry4

— Governor Maura Healey (@MassGovernor) January 9, 2024

“Today, the Healey-Driscoll Administration unveiled the FutureTech Act, a $1.23 billion plan to modernize IT systems across secretariats through Fiscal Years 2025-2029.”

“We are proud to unveil the FutureTech Act, which will invest in our technology future by improving user experience, strengthening our cybersecurity, and paving the way for us to utilize up and coming technologies like AI. We thank our partners in the Legislature for their careful consideration of our proposal.” 
   — Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey

“We are thrilled to see a $12 million investment to support the Child Care Financial Assistance Modernization (CCFA) project in the bill filed today by Governor Healey.

“This capital project is critical to continue the momentum at the Department of Early Education and Care to better serve children and families. Infrastructure matters. By updating the outdated technology systems, we expect that EEC will be able to serve families more effectively and equitably and pay providers in a more timely fashion for financial stability.”
  — Amy O’Leary, Executive Director, Strategies for Children

  — “Governor Healey Files $1.23 Billion Plan to Modernize IT Systems, Drive Innovation, Increase Efficiency and Support Communities,” Mass.gov press release, January 9, 2024