Loading chat...
NY A02267
Bill
Status
1/16/2025
Primary Sponsor
Edward Ra
Click for details
AI Summary
-
Allows state agencies to require that essential components for public works construction projects be produced or processed in facilities located within New York State
-
Permits bid specifications to mandate that work, labor, and supervision services be performed by partnerships, firms, businesses, or corporations that are New York State residents
-
Commissioners of Economic Development and Labor must determine which components and services qualify, set unemployment thresholds for the program, and specify what percentage of components must be New York-produced
-
Provisions can be waived if unemployment in pertinent industries is insufficient, no acceptable bids are received, or commissioners determine the requirements would cause economic harm
-
Bidders who fail to comply after winning a contract forfeit the right to bid on future contracts for a period determined by the commissioners, and an annual report to the legislature is required each January 15th
Legislative Description
Provides a preference for New York state contractors for purposes of public works contracts; authorizes the commissioner of economic development and the commissioner of labor to promulgate necessary rules and regulations; requires a report to the legislature; makes related provisions.
Last Action
referred to governmental operations
1/7/2026