Bill > HB1094

This bill amends Section 27-104-7 of the Mississippi Code to exempt certain contracts entered into by the State Department of Health from Public Procurement Review Board (PPRB) approval. Specifically, the bill adds a new exemption for contracts related to specialized equipment and software used by the Public Health Laboratory. The PPRB is a board responsible for overseeing and approving state procurement processes, including contracts for personal and professional services. Currently, the board must review and approve most contracts over $75,000, but this bill creates a specific carve-out for the State Department of Health's contracts involving specialized laboratory equipment and software. The exemption means these specific contracts can be entered into without going through the typical PPRB review and approval process, potentially streamlining procurement for the Public Health Laboratory. The bill will take effect on July 1, 2025, giving state agencies time to prepare for the change in procurement procedures.

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