Bill > HB3742

This bill creates the Procurement Bid Ethics Transparency Act, which aims to prevent conflicts of interest in local government procurement processes. Specifically, the bill prohibits directors, employees, investors, and their immediate family members from simultaneously submitting and competing for procurement bids in the same local government unit where they are involved in operating the bid process, unless they formally disclose their involvement to the Executive Ethics Commission. The disclosure must include details about the entities and individuals involved, the specific procurement contract, and any potential conflicts of interest. Failure to make the required disclosure can result in substantial civil penalties of up to $1,000,000, which will be imposed on the corporation, organization, or entity responsible. The Executive Ethics Commission will have the authority to enforce the act, investigate complaints, and potentially bar violators from participating in local government procurement processes for up to 5 years. The bill provides clear definitions for key terms like "director," "employee," "investor," and "immediate family member," and includes exceptions for entities not directly involved in the procurement process. The overall goal is to enhance transparency and accountability in local government contracting by preventing potential conflicts of interest.

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https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=3742&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104