MI HB6257

State management: other; independent verification and validation services; require for certain information technology projects. Amends 1984 PA 431 (MCL 18.1101 - 18.1594) by adding sec. 261g.

Introduced House Tom Kunse (R)
Plain English Summary

Michigan House Bill 6257 requires the Department of Technology, Management, and Budget to contract independent verification and validation services for information technology projects exceeding $10 million. The independent vendor must submit regular reports on the project's progress to various state entities. The cost of these services should not exceed 5% of the project's total cost. ([legiscan.com](https://legiscan.com/MI/text/HB6257/2025?utm_source=openai))

At a Glance

MI HB6257 is a house bill in the Michigan 103rd Legislature, sponsored by Tom Kunse (R), currently “Introduced” since August 26, 2026.

We track 4,230 Michigan bills this session, 28 of them sponsored by Tom Kunse.

Supporters Say

Implementing independent verification and validation services can enhance transparency and accountability in large-scale IT projects, potentially leading to more successful project outcomes.

Critics Say

The requirement for independent verification and validation services may increase project costs and administrative complexity, potentially leading to delays in project timelines.

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This summary was generated using AI from the bill's official text and metadata. Data sourced from LegiScan and the Michigan Legislature. Conflict-of-interest analysis for this bill is coming soon.

Frequently Asked Questions
What does MI HB6257 do?

Michigan House Bill 6257 requires the Department of Technology, Management, and Budget to contract independent verification and validation services for information technology projects exceeding $10 million. The independent vendor must submit regular reports on the project's progress to various state entities. The cost of these services should not exceed 5% of the project's total cost.…

What is the status of MI HB6257?

MI HB6257 is currently “Introduced” in the Michigan legislature.

Who sponsored MI HB6257?

Tom Kunse (R) sponsored MI HB6257.