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Legislature grants Mayor’s Council procurement authority up to $500,000 with certification and audit safeguards
Summary
Bill 1‑46(38COR) was advanced to third reading after lawmakers amended it to require the Mayor’s Council executive director maintain active procurement certification and make procurement subject to Department of Administration audits.
Vice Speaker Tony Atta and supporters said Bill 1‑46(38COR) would grant the Executive Director of the Mayor’s Council of Guam statutory procurement authority to buy goods and services up to $500,000, arguing the change will speed routine purchases across 19 mayoral offices and community centers.
Atta said, “I have full confidence in the administrative staff to obtain all requisite training and certifications to carry out the provisions of this bill,” and noted that dividing a $500,000 cap across 19 mayors reduces the per‑mayor ceiling for typical small purchases.
Committee debate and amendments: Senators…
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