Bill > A03637

This bill aims to enhance participation of minority and women-owned business enterprises (MWBEs) in state contracts by making several key changes to existing law. The bill requires state agencies to provide quarterly reports detailing MWBE contract awards, including the number of contracts, dollar amounts, and participation levels. It mandates more robust tracking and reporting of MWBE participation, with agencies required to develop four-year growth plans to increase minority and women-owned business involvement. The legislation introduces new enforcement mechanisms, including sanctions for entities with three or more violations within five years, and establishes more stringent requirements for contractors to demonstrate good faith efforts in MWBE participation. Additionally, the bill encourages mentorship programs and joint ventures between prime contractors and MWBEs, expands outreach and training efforts, and requires the publication of more detailed information about MWBE certifications and contract awards on state agency websites. The bill also adjusts performance and payment bond requirements for state contracts and introduces new definitions for state-assisted project contracts across various sectors like housing, economic development, higher education, and healthcare.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A3637