The proposed bill, if enacted, would amend current statutes by adding a new section that prohibits companies domiciled in the People's Republic of China from bidding on or entering into contracts with state agencies for goods or services. It would require companies submitting bids to certify that they are not domiciled in China, with penalties for false certifications including a civil penalty of $100,000, termination of contracts, and a prohibition on bidding for state contracts for at least 60 months. Additionally, the bill allows for exceptions where no reasonable alternatives exist for specific goods, and it exempts the Arizona Department of Public Safety from these prohibitions.

Current law, which includes requirements for companies to certify they are not engaged in boycotts against Israel or using forced labor from Uyghurs, would remain unchanged. The new provisions would be integrated into the existing procurement code, and the legislation would be designated as the "Protection Procurement Act." Definitions for "company" and "domicile" would also be established to clarify the scope of the new regulations.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 41-2553
House Engrossed Version: 41-2553
Senate Engrossed Version: 41-2553