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SB 316

State management: purchasing; definitional provisions in management and budget act; modify. Amends secs. 115, 241, 305 & 404 of 1984 PA 431 (MCL 18.1115 et seq.). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0317'23

2023-2024 Regular Session Introduced by Rosemary Bayer and 12 co-sponsors

Michigan bill modifies state purchasing and budget management definitions, with actual impact contingent on companion legislation SB 317.

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Bill Summary · SB 316

Legislative bill overview

SB 316 modifies definitions and provisions in Michigan's Management and Budget Act (1984 PA 431) related to state purchasing practices. The bill amends four sections of the law that govern how state agencies conduct procurement and budget management. The specific substantive changes depend on companion bill SB 317, to which this bill is tied.

Why is this important

State purchasing procedures affect how Michigan government spends taxpayer dollars on goods, services, and contracts. Changes to definitional provisions in the Management and Budget Act can alter procurement rules, competitive bidding requirements, vendor eligibility, or oversight mechanisms—ultimately impacting government efficiency, costs, and fairness to businesses seeking state contracts.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of detail in current filing: Without access to the bill's actual text, the specific definitional changes are unclear; this makes assessment difficult and suggests supporters and critics may disagree sharply once details emerge
  • Tie-bar dependency: The bill's real impact depends entirely on SB 317; this legislative tying can obscure the true scope of changes and prevent independent evaluation of either bill
  • Procurement equity concerns: Any modifications to purchasing definitions could affect small businesses, minority-owned vendors, or competitive bidding processes, raising fairness questions

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

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