Memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim April 28, 2026, as MWBE Advocacy Day in New York.

This bill memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim April 28, 2026, as MWBE Advocacy Day in New York. The day represents economic empowerment for minorities and women who own and operate businesses. Despite legislation and programs to level the playing field for Minority- and Women-Owned Business Enterprises (MWBE), disparities continue in State contracting. The bill highlights the importance of increasing outreach to MWBEs and improving access to bonding and insurance. It also notes the success of New York City's MWBE program and the efforts to break economic barriers for MWBEs.

Memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim April 28, 2026, as MWBE Advocacy Day in New York.

This bill memorializes Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim April 28, 2026, as MWBE Advocacy Day in New York. The day represents economic empowerment for minorities and women who own and operate businesses. Despite legislation and programs to level the playing field for Minority- and Women-Owned Business Enterprises (MWBE), disparities continue in State contracting. The bill highlights the importance of increasing outreach to MWBEs and improving access to bonding and insurance. It also notes the success of New York City's MWBE program and the efforts to break economic barriers for MWBEs.