Substitute House Bill No. 7184 aims to enhance oversight of state contracts, particularly those involving nonprofit providers and municipal grants. The bill mandates the Office of Legislative Management to study the feasibility of reestablishing the Legislative Program Review and Investigations Committee, with a report due by February 1, 2026. Additionally, the Secretary of the Office of Policy and Management is required to review the state's purchase of service contracts with nonprofit human services providers by January 1, 2026, and every five years thereafter, ensuring adequate compensation rates. The bill introduces new definitions for terms such as "nonprofit human services provider" and "state agency," and emphasizes the need for state agencies to eliminate or consolidate burdensome reporting requirements while ensuring compliance with necessary regulations.

Moreover, the bill establishes a Municipal Grant Portal to provide access to state-funded municipal grant applications and findings, and it requires state agencies to report on contracts awarded to nonresident bidders. It also mandates that any state agency contracting for consulting services over $100,000 must submit a report summarizing the findings within one year. The bill includes provisions for timely payments to providers, requiring payment within 45 days of a completed claim. Certain existing statutes are repealed and replaced with updated provisions to enhance transparency and accountability in state funding. Overall, the bill is projected to have significant fiscal implications, with costs estimated at up to $3.5 million in FY 26 due to new auditing requirements and administrative adjustments.

Statutes affected:
Raised Bill: 2-90, 4-68dd
GOS Joint Favorable Substitute: 2-90, 4-68dd
File No. 521: 2-90, 4-68dd