An Act to promote public procurement and inclusive entrepreneurship
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to increase opportunities for businesses owned and operated by individuals from historically underrepresented groups through the state’s public procurement process. It intends to encourage the Commonwealth to prioritize contracts with these inclusive entrepreneurs. The legislation seeks to establish guidelines and potentially set aside a portion of public procurement spending for these businesses. Ultimately, the goal is to foster economic inclusion and support diverse businesses within Massachusetts.
Key provisions
- Prioritize contracts with businesses owned by individuals from historically underrepresented groups.
- Establish guidelines for inclusive entrepreneurship in public procurement.
- Potentially set aside a percentage of public procurement spending for these businesses.
- Require state agencies to actively seek out and engage with inclusive entrepreneurs.
- Promote transparency in the procurement process regarding participation of diverse businesses.
Who is affected
- State agencies and departments
- Businesses owned by individuals from historically underrepresented groups
- Contractors seeking public contracts in Massachusetts
- The Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Notable changes
- This bill introduces specific measures to promote diversity in public procurement.
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