Michigan HB4490 prohibits awarding state contracts to persons using hiring practices based on anything other than the merit of prospective employees.

Michigan HB4490 amends state purchasing laws to prohibit awarding state contracts to persons using hiring practices based on anything other than the merit of prospective employees. The bill requires state agencies to give preference to Michigan-based firms in procurement unless federal statutes require otherwise. It mandates that state agencies prioritize qualified disabled veterans in procurement contracts, aiming for at least 5% of total state spending annually.

Michigan HB4490 prohibits awarding state contracts to persons using hiring practices based on anything other than the merit of prospective employees.

Michigan HB4490 amends state purchasing laws to prohibit awarding state contracts to persons using hiring practices based on anything other than the merit of prospective employees. The bill requires state agencies to give preference to Michigan-based firms in procurement unless federal statutes require otherwise. It mandates that state agencies prioritize qualified disabled veterans in procurement contracts, aiming for at least 5% of total state spending annually.