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A 7111

Authorizing the empire state development corporation to retain an independent MWBE consultant firm for the purpose of helping reduce contractor violations of the provisions of article 15-A of the executive law

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn and 1 co-sponsor

Authorizes ESDC to hire an independent MWBE consultant to identify, monitor, and reduce violations of Article 15-A MWBE requirements on state contracts.

REFERRED TO GOVERNMENTAL OPERATIONS
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Bill Summary · A 7111

Summary of Bill A 7111

Overview

Bill A 7111 would authorize the Empire State Development Corporation (ESDC) to retain an independent Minority- and Women-Owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) consultant firm. The consultant’s purpose would be to help reduce contractor violations of the MWBE provisions set forth in Article 15-A of the Executive Law. The bill was introduced on March 20, 2025 and is currently REFERRED to the Governmental Operations committee.

Purpose and Scope

  • The core objective is to bolster compliance with Article 15-A (MWBE participation) in state contracting by engaging an independent expert.
  • The bill envisions the consultant working to identify, monitor, and reduce violations by contractors (primes and subcontractors) related to MWBE requirements.
  • No specific funding, term, or detailed duties are provided in the summary text available.

Key Provisions (as stated or implied)

  • Authorization for ESDC to retain an independent MWBE consultant firm.
  • The consultant’s role would be to assist in reducing violations of MWBE provisions under Article 15-A of the Executive Law.
  • Scope of work is not detailed in the summary, but is aimed at improving compliance, oversight, and enforcement related to MWBE participation on state contracts.

Affected Parties

  • Empire State Development Corporation (ESDC) — would engage and oversee the consultant.
  • MWBE firms and applicants — potential beneficiaries through strengthened MWBE contracting opportunities.
  • Prime contractors and subcontractors on state contracts — potential targets for increased MWBE compliance monitoring.
  • Other state contracting and procurement stakeholders involved in MWBE enforcement.

Legislative Status and Timeline

  • Introduced: March 20, 2025.
  • Current status: Referred to Governmental Operations (2025-03-20 listing, with duplicate entry noted in actions).
  • Related/Companion legislation: S 2055 (companion) in the Senate.
  • Prior-session equivalents: A 9906, A 1676, A 6270, A 3961 (listed as related prior-session bills).

Sponsorship

  • Primary sponsor: Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn.
  • Cosponsor: Jen Lunsford.

Potential Impact and Considerations

  • Positive potential: Enhanced MWBE compliance and participation in state contracts, with independent assessment and enforcement support.
  • Fiscal considerations: The bill would authorize procurement of an independent consultant; details on funding, duration, and scope are not provided and would influence cost and implementation.
  • Implementation considerations: Clarification on the consultant’s reporting structure, interaction with existing MWBE programs, and enforcement mechanisms would inform effectiveness.

Next Steps

  • If advanced, the bill would proceed through the Governmental Operations committee for hearings and potential amendments before floor consideration in the Assembly. A companion Senate bill (S 2055) may move in parallel.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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