Bill > H3340

This bill proposes to amend Chapter 149 of the Massachusetts General Laws by adding a new section that requires all exclusive contracts involving the commonwealth, a county, or a municipality to include a mandatory 30 percent minority participation goal for sub-contractors providing services. The bill empowers the relevant commissioner to develop and implement regulations that will govern how these minority participation goals are established and enforced. By setting a specific percentage target, the legislation aims to increase opportunities for minority-owned businesses in public sector contracting, potentially addressing historical disparities in access to government-related work. The term "exclusive contract" suggests this applies to specific, unique agreements where only one contractor is selected to provide certain services, and the 30 percent goal is designed to ensure meaningful representation and economic participation for minority sub-contractors in these contractual arrangements.

Budget and Finance, Government Affairs

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3340