HB2813 Summary: Disqualification of Contractors Dealing with the Government of Iran Act

• Creates the "Disqualification of Contractors Dealing with the Government of Iran Act," requiring the Office of Management and Enterprise Services to develop and maintain a list of contractors engaged in investment activities in Iran by January 1, 2015, updated every 180 days.

• Defines investment activities in Iran as providing $20 million or more in goods/services to Iran's energy sector (oil, liquefied natural gas, pipelines, nuclear power) or extending $20 million or more in credit for 45+ days to persons providing such goods/services.

• Makes persons on the list "nonresponsible" for purposes of submitting offers for state solicitations, public works projects, and contracts with the state or political subdivisions, with limited exceptions.

• Provides a 90-day advance notice before listing a person, allowing opportunity to demonstrate they are not engaged in Iran investment activities; persons can be removed from the list upon ceasing such activities.

• Establishes penalties for false certifications of non-involvement in Iran activities, including civil penalties up to $250,000, costs, attorney fees, contract termination, and potential 3-year debarment from state contracts; applies effective November 1, 2014.