New York State Supplier Diversity Act aims to increase participation of LGBT, disability, and veteran-owned businesses in state contracts.

The New York State Supplier Diversity Act establishes a statewide certification program for LGBT, disability, and veteran-owned businesses. It mandates the Office of General Services to create rules for certification, including approval and denial processes. The Act requires state agencies to submit regular reports on their supplier diversity program activities. It also sets a goal for participation of these businesses in state contracts and mandates the development of a directory of certified businesses. The Act expires five years after its effective date.

New York State Supplier Diversity Act aims to increase participation of LGBT, disability, and veteran-owned businesses in state contracts.

The New York State Supplier Diversity Act establishes a statewide certification program for LGBT, disability, and veteran-owned businesses. It mandates the Office of General Services to create rules for certification, including approval and denial processes. The Act requires state agencies to submit regular reports on their supplier diversity program activities. It also sets a goal for participation of these businesses in state contracts and mandates the development of a directory of certified businesses. The Act expires five years after its effective date.