Bill Summary
The bill introduces several changes to procurement laws, including new definitions, structured timelines for solicitations and contract awards, and provisions to prevent conflicts of interest. It mandates agencies to post notices of intent for property acquisitions, sets specific deadlines for solicitations and contract awards, and establishes guidelines for multiple award contracts. The bill also strengthens ethics requirements by requiring vendors to report financial expenditures over $50 and imposes restrictions on former public officials in procurement processes. Additionally, it prevents vendors from creating bid specifications that unfairly advantage themselves and adds detailed requirements for emergency property acquisition requests.
Overall Summary
The bill aligns with the metrics by promoting fiscal responsibility, transparency, and ethical governance in procurement processes. It supports the principles of reducing government size and interference, enhancing transparency, and ensuring fair competition, which are in line with the fiscal and ethical standards outlined in the metrics.
Reason for Rating
ARTICLE I. RESPONSIBILITY IN GOVERNMENT (Rating: 1)
The bill's emphasis on structured procurement processes and ethical standards aligns with the principles of fiscal responsibility and transparency. It supports the reduction of government size by streamlining procurement processes and reducing potential for wasteful spending.
ARTICLE II. CITIZEN INVOLVEMENT IN GOVERNMENT (Rating: 0)
The bill does not directly address citizen involvement in government processes, focusing instead on procurement and administrative procedures.
ARTICLE III. EDUCATION (Rating: 0)
The bill does not pertain to education policies or reforms.
ARTICLE IV. AGRICULTURE (Rating: 0)
The bill does not directly impact agricultural policies or practices.
ARTICLE V. WATER (Rating: 0)
The bill does not address water management or policy.
ARTICLE VI. NATURAL RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENT (Rating: 0)
The bill does not involve environmental or natural resource management.
ARTICLE VII. ENERGY (Rating: 0)
The bill does not address energy policies or issues.
ARTICLE VIII. IDAHO NATIONAL LABORATORIES (Rating: 0)
The bill does not pertain to national laboratories or related research.
ARTICLE IX. PRIVATE PROPERTY RIGHTS (Rating: 0)
The bill does not involve private property rights or related regulations.
ARTICLE X. STATE AND FEDERAL LANDS (Rating: 0)
The bill does not address state or federal land management.
ARTICLE XI. WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT (Rating: 0)
The bill does not impact wildlife management policies.
ARTICLE XII. ECONOMY (Rating: 1)
The bill promotes a competitive market and fair competition in procurement, aligning with the principles of economic growth and reduced government interference.
ARTICLE XIII. HEALTH AND WELFARE (Rating: 0)
The bill does not address health and welfare policies.
ARTICLE XIV. AMERICAN FAMILY (Rating: 0)
The bill does not involve family values or related social policies.
ARTICLE XV. OLDER AMERICANS (Rating: 0)
The bill does not specifically address issues related to older Americans.
ARTICLE XVI. LAW AND ORDER WITH JUSTICE (Rating: 0)
The bill does not pertain to law enforcement or judicial processes.
ARTICLE XVII. NATIONAL DEFENSE – SECURING THE BORDER (Rating: 0)
The bill does not involve national defense or border security.
ARTICLE XVIII. ELECTION OF JUDGES AND IDAHO SUPREME COURT JUSTICES (Rating: 0)
The bill does not address the election of judges or justices.
ARTICLE XIX. RELIGIOUS LIBERTY (Rating: 0)
The bill does not involve issues of religious liberty.
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