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This bill requires the Mississippi Development Authority (MDA) to conduct a study examining potential disparities in minority business contracting within the state. Specifically, the MDA must investigate whether there is a significant statistical difference between the total number of qualified minority contractors operating in Mississippi and the number of minority contractors actually awarded state or prime contractor contracts for goods and services. The bill mandates that the MDA complete this study and file a copy with the Secretary of the Senate and the Clerk of the House of Representatives by December 31, 2025. By requiring this study, the legislation aims to provide transparency and insights into potential inequities in state contracting practices, potentially laying groundwork for future efforts to address any identified disparities in minority business participation in state procurement processes.

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https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2025/pdf/history/SB/SB2585.xml