H.50 is a bill that aims to enhance the management and utilization of State-owned buildings and land in Vermont. The bill amends 29 V.S.A. § 165 to require the Commissioner of Buildings and General Services to maintain an updated inventory of all State-owned buildings and land. This inventory will be compiled biannually and will inform decisions regarding space allocation and designated uses. Additionally, the heads of each agency are now required to submit an annual inventory to the Commissioner, detailing various metrics related to the use of space, including square footage available, in use, and not in use, as well as costs associated with rent and maintenance. The new requirements also mandate that agencies indicate whether any buildings are vacant and if any land is deemed unnecessary for State purposes.

Furthermore, the bill introduces a new provision that requires the Commissioner to submit the maintained inventory to the House Committee on Corrections and Institutions and the Senate Committee on Institutions by January 15 of each new legislative biennium. This aims to ensure legislative oversight and facilitate better decision-making regarding the use of State properties. The act is set to take effect upon passage.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 29-152
As Passed By the House -- Official: 29-152, 29-165
As Passed By the House -- Unofficial: 29-165