Bill > HB4130

This bill modifies the requirements for contract termination between a single source continuum contractor and the Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS). The bill extends the notice period for contract termination from 60 to 180 days when a contractor wants to terminate the contract, and from 30 to 180 days when the department wants to terminate the contract. Additionally, the bill allows DFPS to enter into a new contract with a different contractor to assume the terminated contract, and notably, permits the department to do so without following standard competitive bidding, advertising, or proposal evaluation requirements. A single source continuum contractor typically provides specialized services in child welfare, and this bill provides more flexibility for the department in managing these critical contracts. The changes will apply only to contracts entered into or amended after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025, ensuring existing contracts remain under previous rules.

Health and Social Services

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