This bill amends existing law to require legislative approval for leases of real property necessary for the operation of state government that exceed ten years in duration or have rental payments exceeding five million dollars. The Bureau of Human Resources and Administration is tasked with managing these leases, but cannot enter into or authorize such leases without legislative consent. The bill specifies that if the legislature is in session, a joint resolution must be introduced and adopted for consent. If the legislature is not in session, the Executive Board of the Legislative Research Council must review and consent to the lease terms.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to prevent the circumvention of the approval process by prohibiting the division or structuring of leases to avoid the established thresholds. Any lease that violates these requirements will be deemed void and unenforceable. The amendments also clarify the Bureau's responsibilities regarding human resources and administrative functions, including the management of property and procurement processes.

Statutes affected:
Introduced, 01/30/2025: 1-33-9