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MI SB1024
Bill
AI Summary
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Prohibits businesses with economic relationships to Iran's energy sector from bidding on public contracts with Michigan state agencies, political subdivisions, and other public entities, effective April 1, 2013.
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Requires all bidders on public contracts to certify they are not "Iran linked businesses," defined as entities with $20 million or more invested in Iran's energy sector or financial institutions extending $20 million or more in credit for such investments.
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Establishes a 90-day process for persons to contest false certification determinations by public entities, with option to become eligible for future contracts by ceasing Iran-related activities.
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Authorizes the Attorney General to pursue civil action against false certifiers, imposing penalties up to $250,000 or twice the contract value (whichever is greater), plus investigation costs and attorney fees, and a 3-year bidding ban.
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Act remains in effect only if Iran maintains its designation as a state sponsor of terror under the Divestment from Terror Act.
Legislative Description
State financing and management; purchasing; Iran economic sanctions act; enact. Creates new act.
State financing and management, purchasing
Last Action
Assigned Pa 0517'12 With Immediate Effect
12/31/2012