HI SB2842

Expands the definition of emergencies qualifying for non-competitive procurement to include equipment failures, repairs to public property to prevent loss or damage, and prevention of serious disruption to government services.

Removes the requirement for chief procurement officer approval prior to emergency procurement.

Requires agencies making emergency procurements to report accounting details of the emergency response and money spent to the legislature within 60 days of the event.

Applies new reporting requirement to procurements made in response to threats to life, restoration of public access during disasters, or prevention of serious disruption to government services.

Takes effect July 1, 2050.