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MS SB2006
Bill
AI Summary
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Allows county boards of supervisors to determine the frequency of bidding for county fund depositories, changing from every two years to any interval not less frequently than every four years.
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Requires depository selection to be based on all relevant factors including net earnings, account costs, transfer costs, banking services, and other service considerations, not just the best financial terms.
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Clarifies that if a board member has a direct or indirect financial interest in a bidding bank, the board may submit the matter to the State Treasurer for decision instead of opening bids themselves.
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Corrects a technical reference from "State Treasury" to "State Treasurer" in the depository selection process.
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Takes effect July 1, 2020.
Legislative Description
Depositories; revise bid process for selection by counties and municipalities.
Last Action
Died In Committee
6/9/2020