Proposal to remove two‑thirds licensed‑owner rule for architecture firms raises safety and competition questions Representative Altman presented House Bill 49‑14 to remove the two‑thirds licensed‑owner requirement for architecture, engineering and surveying firms; sponsor said the change would not affect project safety because licensed professionals still must sign and seal work. Committee members raised questions about pressure on licensed professionals, out

Michigan's proposed House Bill 49-14 could shake up the architecture and engineering landscape by removing the two-thirds licensed-owner rule, raising both competition and safety concerns.

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11/12 The fix requires: Parks Canada mandate for competitive options, Competition Bureau power to reverse acquisitions, and careful selection of the next competition commissioner when the current term ends March 2026.
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Legislation mandates specifications for equivalent equipment consideration New act requires detailed specifications for equivalent parts to ensure fair evaluation.

Pennsylvania's House Bill 859 could revolutionize state procurement by promoting competition and fairness in equipment contracts, but will it really benefit taxpayers?

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