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MS HB1343
MS HB1343Institutions of higher learning; require to ensure commercially reasonable procurement practices when purchasing aircraft equipment and services.
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Introduced
02/17/2020
02/17/2020
In Committee
05/12/2020
05/12/2020
Crossed Over
03/05/2020
03/05/2020
Passed
Dead
06/09/2020
06/09/2020
Introduced Session
2020 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act To Amend Section 37-7-13, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide That The Procurement Of Aircraft, Aircraft Maintenance, Parts, Equipment And Services By State Institutions Of Higher Learning Which Offer Undergraduate And Graduate Degree Programs In Aviation Shall Be Exempt From The Public Purchase Law Requirements; To Authorize The Department Chair To Establish Purchasing Procedures In Compliance With The Exemption, Which Shall Be Approved By The Ihl Board; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill exempts state institutions of higher learning that offer undergraduate and graduate degree programs in aviation from the public purchase law requirements when procuring aircraft, aircraft maintenance, parts, equipment, and services. The department chair is authorized to establish purchasing procedures for these items, subject to approval by the board of trustees. The purpose of this bill is to ensure commercially reasonable procurement practices for these specialized aviation-related purchases by state universities.
Committee Categories
Education, Government Affairs
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Died In Committee (on 06/09/2020)
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