Bill > A3503

This bill mandates that state entities and political subdivisions must purchase five percent of their goods and services from the Central Nonprofit Agency (CNA), which is an organization that facilitates the employment of individuals with disabilities by connecting them with approved rehabilitation facilities. The bill also requires the Division of Purchase and Property to establish training protocols for all purchasing agents to increase awareness of the CNA and its programs, and it grants the CNA a right of first refusal for goods and services that could be procured through cooperative purchasing agreements, provided the CNA can match the price within 15% of fair market value. Furthermore, the bill outlines reporting requirements for compliance with these purchasing mandates and establishes guidelines for the provision, pricing, and procurement of goods and services through the CNA, ensuring that these purchases contribute to meaningful employment opportunities for people with disabilities.

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https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A3503