(a) The department shall:
(1) assist state agencies and local governments in researching and identifying potential funding sources for the project;
(2) assist state agencies and local governments in using the project;
(3) assist the legislature and other state leadership in coordinating electronic government initiatives; and
(4) coordinate operations between state agencies and local governments to achieve integrated planning for the project.
(b) The department by rule shall adopt standards for state agency Internet websites to ensure consistency and compatibility with the project. Each state agency shall make its Internet website conform to the standards.