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FL S1374

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/24/2011

Primary Sponsor

Christopher Smith

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Origin

Senate

2011 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Extends certification period for Black Business Loan Program recipients from annual to 5 years, with recertification required once every 5 years
  • Allows existing recipients to submit financial statement compilations instead of full audits during years 1-4 of recertification period, with full audits required in year 5
  • Permits recipients 60 days to redress any material weaknesses or noncompliance found in audit reports before disqualification
  • Changes funding agreements between recipients and the office from multi-year contracts to annual agreements with maximum 1-year terms
  • Increases allowable use of funds for technical support and direct administrative costs combined from 12 percent to 27 percent of funds received
  • Shifts rule adoption consultation from the board to presidents of black business investment corporations

Legislative Description

Black Business Loan Program

Last Action

Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration

5/7/2011

Committee Referrals

Commerce And Tourism3/7/2011

Full Bill Text

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