Creates State contract set-aside program for businesses owned and operated by persons with disabilities.
This bill creates a new program requiring New Jersey state agencies to reserve at least 3% of their contracts for businesses owned and operated by people with disabilities. To qualify, a business must be at least 51% owned and controlled by a person with a disability, certified by organizations like Disability:IN, and based in New Jersey. The Department of the Treasury will administer the program, including verifying business eligibility, maintaining a list of certified businesses, and handling disputes. State agencies must report annually on contracts awarded under this program to track progress toward the 3% goal.
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Jan 2024
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Introduced Jan 9, 2024
Last action Jan 9, 2024
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Introduced
Introduced in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Commerce, Economic Development and Agriculture Committee
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1 primary · 2 co-sponsors
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Shanique Speight
DDemocratic
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Anthony Verrelli
DDemocratic
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Wayne DeAngelo
DDemocratic
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