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HB 2344

Public Contracts - As introduced, enacts the "Tennessee Businesses First Act," which requires local governmental entities to provide a 30-day local bidding period for certain contracts, during which only local businesses may submit bids; creates a bidding preference for local businesses. - Amends TCA Title 9 and Title 12.

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HB 2344, titled the 'Tennessee Businesses First Act,' proposes amending TCA Title 9 and Title 12 to require local governmental entities to establish a 30-day bidding period for certain contracts where only local businesses may submit bids. The bill also creates a bidding preference for local businesses.

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Government Operations & Budget 95% Economy & Taxes 85%

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