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Introduced
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to diversity in public contracting. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
AI Summary
This bill aims to promote equity in public contracting in Massachusetts. It introduces new definitions for "low-income community," "minority business enterprise," and "women business enterprise." The bill requires contractors to provide detailed information on the portion of payments allocated to minority and women-owned businesses, as well as the racial, ethnic, and gender makeup of their workforce. It also sets goals for the Commonwealth to achieve minority and women-owned business contracting and workforce participation that reflect the state's diverse population, particularly for projects located in low-income communities. The bill also amends the definition of "responsible" bidders to consider their past compliance with diversity commitments.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (8)
Jamie Eldridge (D),
Carlos González (D),
Russell Holmes (D),
Elizabeth Malia (D),
Liz Miranda (D),
Denise Provost (D),
Jon Santiago (D),
Chynah Tyler (D),
Last Action
Accompanied a new draft, see H4239 (on 12/02/2019)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2717 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H2717.pdf |
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