(a) There is hereby created the office of local government to be located in the office of the comptroller of the treasury.
(b) [Deleted by 2019 amendment.]
(c) The office of local government has the following functions and duties:
(1) Provide geographic information systems technical support, training, and map maintenance to the division of property assessments and local governments;
(2) Assist local governments with geographic information systems and mapping issues;
(3) Assist and advise local governments with local redistricting and reapportionment;
(4) Compile and maintain precinct boundaries and maps in the state and assist with their development;
(5) Serve as the liaison with the United States census bureau and participate in its redistricting data program;
(6) Assist with other geographic information systems activities in the office of the comptroller of the treasury; and
(7) Such other duties as may be assigned by the comptroller of the treasury.