Five states received "A" grades in the area of information in the 2008 version of Governing's performance report. They include Virginia, Washington, Utah, Michigan, and Missouri. We're glad to be recognized among this group. Even with an A grade, there are certainly many things that can be done better and the state is working hard to provide significant improvements to its information systems and processes. I think 2008 will be one of the best years ever in terms of new IT services and initiatives that will produce real benefits for the state's citizenry.The Senate Site provides more details.