H 3370
An Act relative to fairness in public contracting
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Bill overview
This bill, An Act relative to fairness in public contracting, aims to improve transparency and fairness in contracts awarded by the Massachusetts Department of Transportation’s Division of Highways. Specifically, it focuses on ensuring that contractors receive appropriate compensation for additional work required during the contract period. The bill also seeks to align with broader state regulations regarding administrative oversight and accountability in public procurement.
Key provisions
- Requires contractors to be compensated for unforeseen work needed during highway contracts.
- Addresses potential discrepancies in contract costs related to unexpected issues.
- Seeks to improve transparency in the contracting process.
- Aligns with broader state regulations on administrative oversight.
- Related to a study order (H4714) examining contract fairness.
- Reported favorably by the House Committee on House Rules.
Who is affected
- Contractors working with the Division of Highways
- The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT)
- State government agencies
- Businesses involved in highway construction and maintenance
Notable changes
- Addresses potential imbalances in compensation for contractors due to unforeseen circumstances.
- Potentially strengthens accountability for cost management in highway projects.
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Primary sponsor
Meghan K. Kilcoyne
Cosponsors
Jacob R. Oliveira
Meghan K. Kilcoyne
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Bill H.3370 194th (Current)
An Act relative to fairness in public contracting
By Representative Kilcoyne of Clinton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3370) of Meghan K. Kilcoyne and Jacob R. Oliveira relative to additional work in contracts of the Division of Highways. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Meghan K. Kilcoyne Status: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means
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Displaying 8 actions for Bill H.3370
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 7/15/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 07/22/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-1 |
| 11/10/2025 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H4714 |
| 11/13/2025 | House | Accompanied by H4714 |
| 11/13/2025 | House | Reported from the committee on House Rules |
| 11/13/2025 | House | Reported on the residue of H4714 |
| 11/13/2025 | House | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means |
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