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 inventory of all State-owned buildings and land, updating this information biannually. Additionally, it mandates that the head of each agency submit an annual inventory 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 agencies must also indicate whether any buildings are vacant and if any land is deemed unnecessary for State purposes.

Furthermore, the bill introduces a requirement for 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 act is set to take effect upon passage, reflecting a commitment to better utilize State resources and ensure transparency in the management of public properties.

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