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MD HB578

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/23/2025

Primary Sponsor

Scott Phillips

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Origin

House of Delegates

2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Board of Public Works gains authority to control procurement contracts by the Department of Transportation and Maryland Transportation Authority for State roads, bridges, and highways valued at $500,000 or more
  • Capital expenditures below $500,000 by MDOT, Maryland Transportation Authority, Maryland Aviation Administration, Maryland Port Administration, and Maryland Transit Administration remain exempt from Board of Public Works oversight
  • Land acquisition contracts must still be reviewed by the Secretary of General Services and approved by the Board of Public Works, with 40-day notice to local governing bodies required before Board action
  • Effective date: July 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Procurement - Department of Transportation and Maryland Transportation Authority Contracts - Board of Public Works Authority

Rules and Regulations

Last Action

Hearing 3/04 at 1:00 p.m. (Appropriations)

2/21/2025

Committee Referrals

Appropriations1/23/2025

Full Bill Text

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