House Bill 546 amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 12-3-1205, specifically addressing cooperative purchasing related to construction and engineering services. The bill deletes the existing subdivision (b)(4)(B) and replaces it with new language that clarifies the definition of "construction" and "construction materials." The new language explicitly states that these terms do not include materials used in the operation of municipal utility systems, such as transformers and pipes, nor do they encompass materials, labor, and services related to the maintenance, operations, or repairs of facilities owned by local education or government agencies.

The bill aims to refine the scope of cooperative purchasing by excluding certain utility and maintenance-related purchases from the definition of construction. This change is intended to provide clarity for local governments and education agencies in their procurement processes. The act will take effect immediately upon becoming law, emphasizing the urgency of the public welfare in implementing these changes.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 12-3-1205(b)(4)(B), 12-3-1205