This bill amends the Management and Budget Act of 1984 by updating Section 242 to require state agencies, community colleges, school districts, intermediate school districts, and universities to develop 5-year capital outlay plans. These plans must identify capital outlay needs, including new construction and improvements to existing facilities, and must also include special maintenance needs. The plans are required to be submitted electronically to relevant departments and fiscal agencies by November 1 each year. The bill emphasizes the importance of these plans by mandating that they must be reviewed and prioritized by the department and the Joint Capital Outlay Subcommittee (JCOS), which will include recommended requests in the executive budget.

Additionally, the bill outlines the criteria for evaluating capital outlay project requests, which include factors such as investment in existing facilities, life and safety deficiencies, and the impact on job creation. It establishes a process for program development and schematic planning that requires approval from the JCOS and the legislature. The bill also clarifies that appropriations for studies and initial plans do not commit the legislature to fund the completion of projects. Furthermore, it allows school districts and intermediate school districts the option to comply with these requirements, with the department tasked to create a process for their participation.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 18.1242