Tennessee Procurement Protection Act
Amends TCA Title 4, Chapter 56.
Tennessee HB0548, titled the "Tennessee Procurement Protection Act," prohibits companies identified as foreign adversaries from bidding on contracts for goods or services with state agencies or political subdivisions. The bill affects suppliers to the state and requires them to certify their status regarding foreign adversary affiliations, imposing penalties for false certifications, including civil fines and contract termination. An exception allows contracts with foreign adversary companies if no reasonable alternatives exist and the contract is pre-approved by the relevant department.
Tennessee HB0548, titled the "Tennessee Procurement Protection Act," prohibits companies identified as foreign adversaries from bidding on contracts for goods or services with state agencies or political subdivisions. The bill affects suppliers to the state and requires them to certify their status regarding foreign adversary affiliations, imposing penalties for false certifications, including civil fines and contract termination. An exception allows contracts with foreign adversary companies if no reasonable alternatives exist and the contract is pre-approved by the relevant department.
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