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NY S06959

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/10/2016

Primary Sponsor

Kevin Parker

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Origin

Senate

2015-2016 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Department of Economic Development must consolidate all existing minority and women-owned business enterprise websites, registries, and directories into one comprehensive website serving as a single source of assistance information.

  • Comprehensive website shall include searchable information on all state, federal, private, and non-profit technical and financial programs, with search capabilities by program name, assistance type, and eligibility (small business vs. minority/women-owned).

  • Website must contain program details including descriptions, application instructions, deadlines, contact information, and for financial assistance, the funding amounts and sources available.

  • Website shall include a searchable database of sample applications, proposals, and forms previously approved by the department (with redactions for privacy and legal compliance) and provide electronic submission capabilities for program information and business applications.

  • Comprehensive website must be publicly accessible within one year of the effective date; commissioner shall adopt implementing rules and regulations.

Legislative Description

Relates to creating a comprehensive website of small business and minority and women-owned business enterprise assistance; requires the department of economic development to review its existing websites, directories, and registries offering assistance to small businesses and minority and women-owned business enterprises and consolidate them into a comprehensive website.

Last Action

SUBSTITUTED BY A9591A

6/16/2016

Committee Referrals

Rules6/7/2016
Commerce, Economic Development and Small Business3/10/2016

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