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AL SB406
Bill
Status
4/14/2011
Primary Sponsor
Phillip Williams
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AI Summary
SB406 Summary
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Amends Section 41-16-60 of the Code of Alabama 1975 to modify conflict of interest restrictions for members and officers of public bodies in the competitive bid process.
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Allows members and officers to have a financial interest in a publicly bid contract if the contract or agreement was created before the individual took office or began serving in their public position.
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Allows members and officers to have a financial interest in a publicly bid contract if they do not participate in the decision-making process (by discussion or vote) regarding that specific contract.
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Maintains criminal penalties for violations: imprisonment for not more than 12 months, fine of not more than $500, or both, with removal from office for willful violations.
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Becomes effective immediately upon passage and approval by the Governor or upon otherwise becoming law.
Legislative Description
Public contracts, competitive bids, potential conflict of interest, members and officers of public entities may have financial interest in public contract if contract existed before public service begins or member or officer does not participate in decision process, Sec. 41-16-60 am'd.
Public Contracts
Last Action
Indefinitely Postponed
6/1/2011