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Conference committee weighs expanding Capitol Grounds Planning Commission oversight of state construction projects
Summary
A House conference committee discussed a bill that would expand the Capitol Grounds Planning Commission’s role in reviewing state-owned and leased construction and remodeling projects, debated dollar thresholds and exemptions for higher education and the National Guard, and agreed to consult OMB staff before drafting amendments.
A conference committee of the House of Representatives met Oct. 29 to discuss legislation that would broaden oversight of state construction and renovation projects by the Capitol Grounds Planning Commission and to consider raising the dollar thresholds that trigger review. The committee did not vote on a final amendment and directed staff to consult Office of Management and Budget facilities staff before drafting changes.
Committee members said the bill’s sponsors intend the commission to “study and review construction projects impacting facilities both owned and leased by the state” and to identify opportunities to consolidate space and find efficiencies across the state’s portfolio of leased and owned property. Members also noted the bill as written would add several legislators to the commission and would…
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