Bill > HB5361

This bill modifies the requirements for contract termination between a single source continuum contractor (a specialized service provider) and the Department of Family and Protective Services by extending notice periods and providing flexibility in contract replacement. Specifically, the bill increases the notice period for contract termination from 60 to 180 days when the contractor wants to end the contract, and from 30 to 180 days when the department wants to terminate the contract. Additionally, the bill allows the department to quickly replace a terminated contract with a new contractor without having to follow standard competitive bidding, advertising, or proposal evaluation requirements. This means the department can more rapidly secure a replacement contractor to ensure continuity of services. The changes will only apply to contracts entered into or modified after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025, ensuring that existing contracts remain under their original terms.

Health and Social Services

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