Establishes the office of the state architect within the Department of Accounting and General Services.

The bill establishes the office of the state architect within the Department of Accounting and General Services, headed by a full-time state architect appointed by the governor. The state architect will oversee the design review of all state construction projects, ensuring conformance with building codes and standards. The office will also manage the preservation and disposal of state records, establish accounting systems, and oversee centralized engineering services. The state architect is prohibited from engaging in private practice or managing private businesses.

Establishes the office of the state architect within the Department of Accounting and General Services.

The bill establishes the office of the state architect within the Department of Accounting and General Services, headed by a full-time state architect appointed by the governor. The state architect will oversee the design review of all state construction projects, ensuring conformance with building codes and standards. The office will also manage the preservation and disposal of state records, establish accounting systems, and oversee centralized engineering services. The state architect is prohibited from engaging in private practice or managing private businesses.