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NY A03714

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/30/2025

Primary Sponsor

Harry Bronson

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Origin

Assembly

2025-2026 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Creates the "New York State Supplier Diversity Act" establishing a Division of Supplier Diversity within the Office of General Services to promote LGBT, disability, and veteran-owned business participation in state contracts

  • Defines certified LGBT, disability, or veteran-owned business enterprises as those at least 51% owned by qualifying individuals, independently operated, and employing no more than 300 people

  • Requires the Office of General Services to maintain a public directory of certified businesses, provide training for state procurement personnel, and submit annual reports to the governor and legislature on contract awards and certification statistics

  • Establishes a certification program with 30-day application status updates, 60-day final determinations, and an appeals process with independent hearing officers; certifications valid for two years

  • Mandates a study to determine statewide participation goals for these businesses and expires five years after enactment

Legislative Description

Relates to participation by LGBT, disability and veteran-owned businesses in state contracts.

Last Action

referred to governmental operations

1/7/2026

Committee Referrals

Governmental Operations1/30/2025

Full Bill Text

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