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IL SB1620
Bill
Status
1/9/2019
Primary Sponsor
Michael Hastings
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AI Summary
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Establishes a goal that at least 3% of total state contract dollars be awarded to service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses (SDVOSB) and veteran-owned small businesses (VOSB).
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Certifications of SDVOSB and VOSB are exclusive state powers, and home rule units are prohibited from certifying these businesses.
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Requires state agencies to report annually to the Department of Central Management Services on the number of VOSB and SDVOSB that bid for and entered into state contracts.
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Authorizes chief procurement officers to suspend persons who commit violations of procurement fraud statutes related to veteran business certifications for at least 3 years, and revoke certifications for at least 5 years on subsequent violations.
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Takes effect immediately upon becoming law.
Legislative Description
PROCUREMENT-VETERAN PREF
Last Action
Session Sine Die
1/9/2019