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Senate debates limit on transportation overhead fees, passes SB119
Summary
Senate Bill 119, aimed at limiting overhead and consulting cost allowances for transportation projects, drew extended floor discussion about federal limits, auditing and projected savings before passing the Senate and moving to the House.
Senate Bill 119, presented by Senator Holmgren on Feb. 12, 1997, would set limits on overhead rates and tighten controls on planning and consulting fees in state transportation projects. Holmgren told colleagues that federal rule changes have shifted responsibility to states and that unchecked overhead and consultant charges have increased project costs. He argued that the bill would create a more transparent, level bidding environment and could deliver significant…
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