Any privatization contract will be subject to Chapter 610, RSMo, which pertains to Missouri public records law. The contractor may not award a subcontract without approval of the head of the public body. Each subcontractor contract will be subject to Chapter 610, RSMo. Proposed legislation also lists reporting requirements for the contractors. Public body may seek contractual remedies for violation of the privatization contract.
Various limitations exist on the contractor or subcontractor regarding ownership rights.
Legal action that may be brought pertaining to public records under this proposal must be brought within three years after the occurrence of such violation. This proposal prevents persons from retaliating against any employee who discloses information in good faith about the services provided by the private contractor. Private contractors must provide notice of the contract to provide public services at the worksite. This proposal will apply to all privatization contracts entered into on or after July 1, 2002. This proposal is not federally mandated, would not duplicate any other program and would not require additional capital improvements or rental space.