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MA S2225

MA S2225
Relative to municipal contracts in the city of Somerville


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Introduced
04/14/2016
In Committee
07/18/2016
Crossed Over
12/08/2016
Passed
12/12/2016
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
12/22/2016

Introduced Session

189th General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation relative to contracts in the city of Somerville. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

AI Summary

This bill amends a previous law concerning municipal contracts in the city of Somerville by requiring all contracts made by any city department, board, or commission to comply with Section 17 of Chapter 30B of the General Laws, which outlines rules for public procurement. It also clarifies that a contract needing to be in writing is only considered fully executed once it is signed by both the mayor and the head of the specific department, board, or commission involved. Furthermore, the bill states that for contracts requiring written execution under Section 17 of Chapter 30B, additional signature requirements may be imposed by city ordinances for contracts involving supplies, services, and construction.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

Signed by the Governor, Chapter 340 of the Acts of 2016 (on 12/22/2016)

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