Bill > HB741

This bill generally revises state procurement laws by making several key changes to definitions and exceptions in existing procurement regulations. The bill updates the definition section of procurement laws to add new terms like "facility" (defined as a contracted medical provider such as a hospital or nursing home) and makes numerous technical adjustments to existing definitions of terms like "services", "grants", and "contractor". It expands procurement exceptions to include emergency procurements by the Department of Public Health and Human Services for client placements and medical services, and modifies existing exemptions for contracts with professionals like engineers, medical providers, and private investigators. The bill also updates cross-references in related statutes, such as mental health services contracts, to align with the new definitions. Additionally, the bill repeals a section related to committee procurement and provides an immediate effective date upon passage. The changes aim to provide more clarity and flexibility in how state agencies can procure services and supplies, with particular attention to healthcare and social service related contracts.

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https://bills.legmt.gov/#/laws/bill/2/LC3446