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A 4928

Establishes eligibility requirements for State small business set-aside program.

2024-2025 Regular Session Introduced by Rob Clifton and 4 co-sponsors

Bill A 4928 modifies New Jersey's small business set-aside program eligibility requirements to reshape state contract opportunities for small enterprises.

Reported out of Senate Committee, 2nd Reading
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Bill Summary · A 4928

Legislative bill overview

Bill A 4928 establishes new eligibility requirements for New Jersey's State small business set-aside program, which reserves certain state contracts for small businesses. The bill passed the Assembly with overwhelming support (72-1-2) and has advanced through Senate committee review. The specific eligibility criteria modifications are not detailed in the legislative action summary provided.

Why is this important

Small business set-aside programs directly influence economic opportunity and competitiveness in state procurement. Changes to eligibility requirements affect which businesses can compete for state contracts, potentially impacting job creation, minority-owned business participation, and the state's spending efficiency. Given the bipartisan support shown in the Assembly vote, this appears to address a broadly recognized policy need.

Potential points of contention

  • Definition clarity: The bill's effectiveness depends on how "small business" is defined—size thresholds, ownership structures, and location requirements could expand or restrict eligibility significantly
  • Procurement impact: Stricter eligibility requirements might reduce competition and limit contract opportunities, while looser requirements could undermine the program's original purpose of supporting genuinely small enterprises
  • Existing business effects: Changes may disadvantage businesses currently participating in the program or create new barriers for businesses seeking to enter it

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

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