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MO HB1231

Bill

Status

Passed

7/10/2012

Primary Sponsor

John Cauthorn

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Origin

House of Representatives

2012 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Repeals and replaces section 34.070, RSMo relating to state purchasing preferences
  • Requires the Commissioner of Administration and state purchasing agents to prefer Missouri-manufactured commodities and tangible personal property when quality is equal or better and price is the same or less
  • Extends preference to new generation processing entities defined in section 348.432, except those operating renewable fuel production facilities
  • Expands the definition of "commodities" to specifically include forest products and bricks, as well as agricultural products with added value in Missouri
  • Permits state purchasing agents to give preference to Missouri firms when competing bids are comparable in their entirety

Legislative Description

Requires the Commissioner of the Office of Administration or other state purchasing agent to give a preference for forest products and bricks produced in Missouri whenever bids are comparable

Last Action

Delivered to Secretary of State (G)

7/10/2012

Committee Referrals

Small Business, Insurance And Industry4/5/2012
Rules2/21/2012
Transportation Funding And Public Institutions2/6/2012

Full Bill Text

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