House Bill No. [insert bill number] aims to revise the residency preferences for public contracts and extend contract term limits in Montana. The bill designates the Department of Administration as the authority responsible for determining the residency status of contractors bidding on public contracts for construction, repair, public works, or the purchase of goods. It allows contractors to support their preference claims through an affidavit or declaration. Additionally, the bill proposes to extend the maximum duration for contracts related to supplies and services from 7 years to 10 years, thereby providing more flexibility in contract management.

The bill includes several amendments to existing law, specifically in sections 18-1-106, 18-1-113, 18-4-313, and 23-1-102 of the Montana Code Annotated (MCA). Notable changes include the replacement of "Department of Labor and Industry" with "Department" in residency determinations, the introduction of affidavits or declarations for preference claims, and the increase of the maximum contract term from 7 to 10 years. The bill also clarifies the conditions under which contracts can be extended or renewed and outlines the responsibilities of the Department regarding the management of state parks and recreational areas.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 18-1-106, 18-1-113, 18-4-313, 23-1-102
HB0113_1(1): 18-1-106, 18-1-113, 18-4-313, 23-1-102
HB0113_1(2): 18-1-106, 18-1-113, 18-4-313, 23-1-102
HB0113_1(3): 18-1-106, 18-1-113, 18-4-313, 23-1-102
HB0113_1: 18-1-106, 18-1-113, 18-4-313, 23-1-102