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Committee reports two bills out of Capital Budget Committee after executive session

Capital Budget Committee · February 4, 2026

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Summary

In executive session the Capital Budget Committee reported House Bill 2353 (raise predesign threshold) and House Bill 2420 (increase small works roster contract limit via a proposed substitute) out of committee with 'do pass' recommendations; both were reported by voice vote with 18 yays, 0 nays, 1 excused.

During an executive session the Capital Budget Committee considered multiple items and took voice votes on two bills. Staff briefed House Bill 2353, which raises the predesign threshold for capital construction projects from $10 million to $15 million and ties the threshold to annual inflation adjustments. The committee voice-voted the bill and staff reported 18 yays, 0 nays and 1 excused; House Bill 2353 was reported out of committee with a 'do pass' recommendation.

The committee also considered a proposed substitute to House Bill 2420 (H-3267.2) to raise the maximum amount for awarding public works contracts via the small works roster process from $350,000 to $530,000 and to change the effective date to Jan. 1, 2027. Sponsors argued the change creates efficiencies and aligns thresholds with current prices. The substitute was moved, seconded, and, after a voice vote, staff reported 18 yays, 0 nays and 1 excused; the substitute and underlying bill were reported out of committee with a 'do pass' recommendation.

Members were reminded of amendment deadlines and the committee adjourned to caucus before resuming votes; the bills will proceed with their committee reports and any next-step floor scheduling determined by legislative leaders.