Relating to public contracting; declaring an emergency.

Provides that contractor may award subcontract only to responsible subcontractor. Requires contractor to check list that Construction Contractors Board maintains of persons that are not eligible for award of public improvement contract and to require prospective subcontractor to submit statement that demonstrates prospective subcontractor's responsibility. Requires contractor to provide contracting agency with copy of statement. Provides that contractor need not inquire into or verify truth of prospective subcontractor's statement. Requires bidder to submit statement to show compliance with tax laws of this state. Permits contracting agency or board to bar contractor or subcontractor from award of public improvement contract if contractor or subcontractor knowingly or intentionally makes false assertion, declaration or other communication in statement. Becomes operative 91 days after effective date of Act. Declares emergency, effective on passage.