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HB 2759

Requires publication of a cost estimate and project completion date for any work on the state highway system at the time bidding for a contract on the work first closes

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Sean Pouche

Missouri bill requires state highway projects to publicly release cost estimates and completion dates when initial contract bids close for transparency.

Reported Do Pass (H) - AYES: 10 NOES: 0 PRESENT: 0
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Bill Summary · HB 2759

Legislative bill overview

HB 2759 mandates that the state of Missouri publicly disclose cost estimates and project completion dates for highway system work at the moment initial contract bids close. This transparency requirement applies to all state highway projects requiring competitive bidding.

Why is this important

Public disclosure of project costs and timelines allows taxpayers, local governments, and oversight bodies to monitor state spending and hold agencies accountable for budget overruns and delays. This information can inform public debate about transportation priorities and infrastructure management effectiveness.

Potential points of contention

  • Timing concerns: Publishing estimates exactly when bidding closes may reveal the state's budget ceiling to bidders, potentially affecting competition and final contract prices
  • Preliminary vs. final estimates: Early-stage projects may have uncertain costs; publishing rough estimates could mislead the public about actual final expenses
  • Competitive disadvantage: Competitors may gain strategic advantage by seeing the state's cost projections before contract award, potentially influencing bid strategies

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

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