Virginia 2023 Regular Session

Virginia Senate Bill SB913

Introduced

1/5/23

Refer

1/5/23

Report Pass

1/20/23

Caption

Public-Private Partnership Advisory Commission; membership.

Impact

The introduction of SB913 is expected to enhance the state’s oversight capabilities regarding public-private partnerships. By ensuring that detailed proposals are reviewed by a legislative commission before proceeding to negotiations, the bill aims to safeguard state interests and taxpayers by evaluating the potential financial implications of these projects. This additional layer of scrutiny will likely lead to more informed decisions about which projects to undertake, thereby promoting fiscal responsibility.

Summary

SB913 establishes the Public-Private Partnership Advisory Commission in Virginia, aimed at advising public entities on proposals under the Public-Private Education Facilities and Infrastructure Act of 2002. The Commission comprises 11 members, including eight legislative representatives and additional appointees from the executive branch. This structure is intended to provide a diverse oversight mechanism for assessing public-private partnership proposals, particularly those involving substantial state funding and infrastructure projects.

Contention

Points of contention around SB913 may revolve around concerns of bureaucratic delays and potential overreach in the legislative review process. Critics might argue that the mandatory approval process for public-private partnerships could hinder timely decision-making on critical infrastructure projects, adversely affecting the state's ability to respond to urgent needs. Additionally, questions may arise about the effectiveness of legislative oversight in balancing the need for swift execution of projects with the necessity of thorough financial and policy reviews.

Latest VA SB913 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

VA HB276

Public-private Partnerships Fund & Program

VA SB1232

Autism Advisory Council; name change, membership, repeals sunset date.

VA HB1772

Autism Advisory Council; name change, membership, repeals sunset date.

VA HB766

Wildlife Advisory Commission - Membership - Alterations

VA HB231

Autism Advisory Council; name change, membership, staffing, powers and duties.

VA S0826

Establishes a seven (7) member public-private partnership infrastructure oversight commission to approve all requests for proposals submitted for public-private partnership construction of qualified facilities.

VA S2322

VA HB2280

New Americans Advisory Board, Office of; increase in membership.

VA H1445

Relative to establishing institutional public private partnerships

VA H5870

Defines public-private partnerships and provide the framework to encourage the use of public-private partnerships for proposals for state purchases.

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