An Act requiring municipalities to place insurance out to bid
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill requires Massachusetts municipalities to use a competitive bidding process when purchasing insurance. Currently, many municipalities are allowed to purchase insurance directly from providers without a formal bidding process. This legislation aims to increase transparency and potentially lower costs for municipalities by ensuring they obtain the best possible insurance rates through open competition.
Key provisions
- Municipalities must use a competitive bidding process for insurance purchases.
- The process must align with Chapter 30B, the Uniform Procurement Act.
- This applies to various types of municipal insurance, including liability and property insurance.
- The bill seeks to standardize insurance procurement practices across Massachusetts.
- It promotes transparency in municipal spending related to insurance.
Who is affected
- Massachusetts municipalities
- Towns
- Cities
- Regional School Districts
- Local government entities
Notable changes
- Currently, some municipalities are exempt from competitive bidding requirements for insurance.
- This bill would establish a uniform rule for all municipalities.
- It builds upon existing procurement laws (Chapter 30B).
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3 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Patrick Joseph Kearney
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