The proposed bill aims to amend the Code of West Virginia by adding a new section, 5-22-5, which mandates that public entities accepting bids for public construction contracts, or any other type of contract funded by taxpayer money, must notify all relevant municipalities and counties where the contractor or subcontractors will be performing services. This notification must occur within seven days of the bid acceptance and should include a brief description of the services, the contractor's identity and contact information, as well as the estimated timeline for the services.

Additionally, the bill requires that the municipalities or counties publish the terms of the contract and allow a 30-day period for public comment. This initiative is designed to enhance transparency and community engagement in public contracting processes, ensuring that local governments and residents are informed and have the opportunity to provide input on contracts that may affect them.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 5-22-5