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HB 1380

RELATING TO ARBORISTS.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Elle Cochran and 6 co-sponsors

House Bill 1380 streamlines IT contract reviews by shifting oversight to the Division of Information Systems for contracts over $100,000, enhancing efficiency for state agencies.

Referred to CPC, FIN, referral sheet 4
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Bill Summary · HB 1380

Summary of House Bill 1380: Relating to Arborists

Bill Overview

Bill Number: HB 1380
Introduced On: February 3, 2025
Status: Referred to CPC, FIN, referral sheet 4
Primary Sponsors: Representative Beaty Jr. and Senator Hill
Classification: Bill
Subject: Best Management Practices, Contractors, State Arborists

Purpose and Intent

House Bill 1380 aims to transfer the responsibility for reviewing planning and technical requirements for information technology contracts from the Office of Intergovernmental Services to the Division of Information Systems. This change is intended to streamline the review process for contracts related to information technology, ensuring that all necessary requirements are met before contract execution.

Key Provisions

  • Amendment to Arkansas Code § 19-11-269: The bill proposes an amendment to the existing code, which will now require the Office of State Procurement to ensure that all necessary information is submitted to the Division of Information Systems for review.
  • Contract Threshold: The review will apply to contracts for information technology products or services with a total projected amount of at least $100,000, including any amendments or possible extensions.
  • Cooperative Purchase Agreements: The bill also includes provisions for purchases made under cooperative purchase agreements as defined in § 19-11-249.

Impact

  • Affected Entities: The bill primarily affects state agencies and contractors involved in information technology services and products. By shifting the review process, it may impact the efficiency and oversight of IT contracts within the state.
  • Potential Benefits: The transfer of review responsibilities could lead to improved management of IT contracts, potentially resulting in better compliance with technical requirements and enhanced service delivery.

Legislative Timeline

  • February 3, 2025: Bill filed and read for the first time.
  • February 3, 2025: Rules suspended, read a second time, and referred to the Committee on State Agencies & Governmental Affairs - House.
  • February 17, 2025: Bill withdrawn by the author.

Related Legislation

  • SB 546: A companion bill that may address similar issues or provide additional context to the changes proposed in HB 1380.

This summary provides an overview of House Bill 1380, detailing its purpose, key provisions, and the potential impact on state operations and contractors involved in information technology services.

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

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