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This bill amends Section 27-104-7 of the Mississippi Code to exempt contracts entered into by the Mississippi Department of Health for specialized equipment and software used by the Public Health Laboratory from requiring approval by the Public Procurement Review Board. Specifically, the bill adds a new provision (numbered as item 10 in the existing law) that allows the Department of Health to enter into service contracts for specialized laboratory equipment and software without going through the standard procurement review process. The Public Procurement Review Board is a state entity responsible for overseeing and approving various government contracts and procurement activities. By creating this exemption, the bill aims to streamline the procurement process for the Public Health Laboratory, potentially allowing for faster acquisition of critical scientific equipment and software. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, giving state agencies time to prepare for the change in procurement procedures.

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