Emergency clause. In view of the emergency cited in the preamble, this Act takes effect when approved.

SUMMARY

The purpose of this bill is to codify the past policy and practice of the State Government and bond counsel with regard to performance contracts for energy conservation or air quality improvements at school administrative unit facilities. This bill clarifies that a performance contract for energy conservation or air quality improvements at school administrative unit facilities is not subject to the specific statutory competitive bidding requirements if the contract meets certain criteria.