2026 House Bill 6257

State management: other; independent verification and validation services; require for certain information technology projects.

A bill to amend 1984 PA 431, entitled “The management and budget act,” (MCL 18.1101 to 18.1594) by adding section 261g.

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Requires independent verification and validation for Michigan state IT projects over $10 million, with costs capped at 5% of the contract and regular reporting to multiple oversight bodies to enhance transparency and accountability.

Introduced in the House

Aug. 26, 2026

Introduced by Rep. Tom Kunse (R-100) and two co-sponsors

Co-sponsored by Reps. Tim Kelly (R-93) and Donni Steele (R-54)

Referred to the Committee on Communications and Technology

Sept. 22, 2026

Reported without amendment