The bill amends section 121.17 of the Revised Code and enacts a new section, 121.171, to establish the State Government Efficiency Commission. Under the amended section 121.17, department directors are directed to collaborate to eliminate duplication and overlapping functions, and they are required to assist the newly created commission in its efforts. The new section 121.171 outlines the commission's purpose, which is to review state government services and identify areas of duplication and overlap among state departments. The commission will also recommend improvements, estimate potential cost savings, and prepare an annual report summarizing its findings and recommendations.

The commission will consist of seven members: three appointed by the Speaker of the House, three by the President of the Senate, and one designated representative from the Office of Budget and Management. Members from the General Assembly will serve concurrent terms with their legislative positions, and any member can be removed by their appointing authority. The commission requires a majority vote for actions and members will not receive compensation but will be reimbursed for necessary expenses incurred while performing their duties. Additionally, the existing section 121.17 is repealed, streamlining the legal framework for state government efficiency initiatives.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 121.17