SB 2601: SPO; PROCUREMENT; CERTIFICATION OF AVAILABLE FUNDS; THRESHOLD AMOUNT; CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICER; PENALTIES; APPROPRIATION; POSITIONS

Ensures that awarded contracts are supported by sufficient appropriations by requiring that the contract amount does not exceed 10% of the amount of the appropriation or balance of an appropriation that is available to cover the cost of the contract.  Requires a contract that exceeds the 10% threshold to be approved by the Chief Procurement Officer.  Amends criminal penalties under the Hawaii Public Procurement Code by providing that a person who intentionally violates the code is guilty of a petty misdemeanor for the first offense and a misdemeanor for any subsequent offense.  Establishes positions within the State Procurement Office.  Appropriates funds.  Effective 7/1/2525.  (SD2)