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H 1445

An Act relative to establishing institutional public private partnerships

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Kim Ferguson and 4 co-sponsors

Summary of H 1445 - An Act relative to establishing institutional public private partnerships Purpose and IntentThis bill aims to establish a framework for creating public-private

Accompanied a study order, see H5106
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Bill Summary · H 1445

Summary of H 1445 - An Act relative to establishing institutional public private partnerships

Purpose and Intent

This bill aims to establish a framework for creating public-private partnerships between state institutions, such as universities and research centers, and private companies or organizations. The goal is to facilitate collaborative projects and research initiatives that leverage the strengths and resources of both the public and private sectors.

Key Provisions

  • Allows state institutions to enter into agreements with private entities to jointly develop, manage, or operate programs, facilities, or research initiatives
  • Requires state institutions to establish guidelines and selection processes for identifying appropriate private partners
  • Provides legal protections and clarifies intellectual property rights for collaborations between public and private entities
  • Authorizes state funding and tax incentives to support eligible public-private partnership projects
  • Mandates regular reporting and oversight mechanisms to ensure accountability and transparency

Affected Stakeholders

  • Public higher education institutions, research labs, and other state-affiliated organizations
  • Private companies, nonprofits, and other organizations seeking to collaborate with public institutions
  • State government agencies responsible for overseeing and funding these partnerships
  • Faculty, researchers, and students at public institutions who may participate in joint projects
  • Taxpayers who will ultimately fund state investments in these public-private initiatives

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • The bill was introduced in the state legislature on February 27, 2025
  • A public hearing is scheduled for October 16, 2025 to gather input from stakeholders
  • If passed, the law would take effect 90 days after the governor's signature
  • State institutions would have 6 months to develop and publish their partnership guidelines
  • Partnerships could begin being established and funded starting in the 2026 fiscal year

Overall, this bill represents a legislative effort to facilitate greater collaboration between public institutions and private entities, with the goal of driving innovation, economic development, and the public good. The specific implementation details and impact will depend on how state agencies and institutions choose to utilize these new partnership authorities.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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