S.713

Creates State contract set-aside program for businesses owned and operated by persons with disabilities.

Introduced·1/9/24
Introduced Text

New Jersey S713 establishes a set-aside program for state contracts, reserving 3% for businesses owned by persons with disabilities.

New Jersey S713 creates a State contract set-aside program for businesses owned and operated by persons with disabilities. The bill mandates that contracting agencies award at least 3% of their contracts to disability-owned business enterprises. These businesses must be independently owned and operated, with at least 51% ownership and control by persons with disabilities, and certified by organizations like Disability:IN. The Department of the Treasury administers the program, establishing regulations and maintaining lists of designated businesses.

Included in complete analysis

  • Overview
  • Core Provisions
  • Implementation
  • Impact
  • Legal Framework
  • Critical Issues

See what it does, who it affects, and the critical issues in plain language. Free, 30 seconds.

Where it stands

Current
State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

D
1
1
R
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 9, 2024

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee