WeVote
Log In

Bill

Bill

S 2178

An Act relative to transparency and accountability in procurement

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Liz Miranda

Massachusetts bill to strengthen government procurement transparency and accountability through enhanced disclosure and reporting requirements to combat waste and favoritism.

Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means
0
WeVote Research Nonpartisan
Bill Summary · S 2178

Legislative bill overview

S 2178 aims to enhance transparency and accountability in government procurement processes in Massachusetts. The bill was introduced by Senator Liz Miranda and has been referred to the Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight for review. A public hearing was scheduled for July 15, 2025, with a committee reporting deadline extended to January 31, 2026.

Why is this important

Government procurement represents billions in annual spending, and transparency mechanisms directly affect whether taxpayer money is spent efficiently and competitively. Enhanced accountability requirements can reduce fraud, favoritism, and waste while building public trust in state contracting processes. These reforms also impact small businesses and vendors competing for government contracts.

Potential points of contention

  • Implementation costs: New transparency and reporting requirements may impose administrative burdens and expenses on state agencies
  • Competitive concerns: Enhanced disclosure requirements could raise proprietary information concerns for private vendors bidding on contracts
  • Scope ambiguity: The bill's specific accountability measures are not detailed in available materials, making it unclear which agencies or contract types would be affected and how stringently

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

Sign in to ask a question.